Age of Empires II vs Stronghold 2
Age of Empires II
Age of Empires II is, despite being a sequel, a classic real-time strategy game from the crtically-accalaimed game franchise, Age of Empires. The graphics in the game has been reworked to pull it up to level with modern graphics, but the content of the game is essentially the game. Choose one of 18 unique civilizations to play with and dominate the map by eliminating your enemies or by other means, depending on the goals of the match. You can even play the game with other players from all around the world on Steam via the game's multiplayer mode.If you enjoy classic real-time strategy, Age of Empires II is a game you wouldn't want to miss. It may not be the original "first" game, but since the revamped Age of Empires 1 has yet to arrive (1 more month to go), you might as well brush up on your skills by playing the sequel first!
Stronghold 2
Stronghold 2 gives you a castle to call your own and all the peasants, knights and nobles under your command to make it all work. Set in medieval times you are a lord with their own holdings. From a simple start you are able to choose the fate of your realm, and even make a play to be the king of the entire realm. This game provides you with 5 different RTS games all in one, each with unique playstyles, rules and ways to win. This amazing game has it all, and it lets you do what you want and rule as a benign lord or aggressive knight.You have many different things to manage, and these give you the option to play anyway you want. From just building a nice place in freeplay mode to taking on all comers in a brilliant multiplayer battle, you can be the head of the estate and build a farm or an army, it is all up to you. With a huge replay value and never ending options, this is a great game for you to try.