Age of Empires Online Announced

COLOGNE, Germany — Aug. 17, 2009 — On the eve of gamescom 2010, the world’s
largest consumer-oriented games showcase, Microsoft Corp. unveiled the newest addition to the
famed “Age of Empires” franchise, “Age of Empires Online.” Microsoft also announced the
development of “Microsoft Flight,” a new entry inspired by the best-selling “Microsoft Flight
Simulator” franchise. Published by Microsoft Game Studios, these new titles, along with the
previously announced “Fable III,” fully integrate the free* Games for Windows – LIVE online
service to deliver compelling socially connected gameplay experiences.

“Today, we’re bringing powerful, inventive gaming experiences to the Windows-based
PC,” said Phil Spencer, corporate vice president of Microsoft Game Studios. “Over the years, our
PC heritage captured the hearts and minds of millions of players. Reinventing these iconic
franchises with social, shared experiences at their core marks the beginning of our return to PC
gaming in bold new ways.”

“Age of Empires” for a New Era
With more than 20 million copies sold worldwide, the “Age of Empires” series redefined
real-time strategy games for Windows-based PC players. Now, the timeless franchise once again
invites players to experience its rich storyline in new ways. Developed by Robot Entertainment,
“Age of Empires Online” will invite players to create a living, growing online world, shared with

friends and friendly rivals around the globe. Begin the journey with your own Greek civilization,
and watch as it progresses from a village to an empire. Embark on quests along the way, alone or
with friends, and immerse yourself in epic tales, quirky characters, adventure, history, and
strategy. Together with the Games for Windows – LIVE service, “Age of Empires Online”
delivers a rich, social experience that lets you play however you want — anywhere, anytime.
Marrying fresh features with iconic gameplay, “Age of Empires Online” offers something
for long-time fans, newcomers, and everyone in between. “Age of Empires Online” will feature:

• A persistent online capital city that lives and grows even when you’re offline
• Cooperative multiplayer quests, trading, and a level-based system that lets you
progress at your own pace
• Fun, approachable style and storylines
• Free-to-play experiences via Games for Windows – LIVE
More information, news, and chances to join the beta program are available at
http://www.ageofempiresonline.com.

So it's gonna be a mix of civilisation, aoe2 and new rendering?

Looks alright, but aoe2 is still much better at the moment IMO.
But I cant wait to try the BETA, thats if it's not an Windows 7 exclusive lol

Lol I signed up the other day...I want in, but it's under a NDA so you can't post pics/vids or any game details at all...you can only say if your in the beta or not, that's all.

lol, lame as all heck!!
I hate Non-discloser-agreements
Is there a xp version of trials?

is gamescom owning everything? seriously?
coz they r like owning the next DOW2 expansion n etc
n also is this a mmorpg or a mmo?

This looks fun!

hmm i dont rekon!

I think AOEO is looking very good...still no beta key though!

Todd is there a XP version to trial or win 7 exclusive?


It does look fun, Ill soo play u in it canadian

It will work on XP, Vista and 7, and yes there is beta keys for all. Too bad I put my submission in saying XP and now I have my new PC on Windows 7.

Meh, im not going for it anymore, not enough time lol

I signed up.. Hope Im accepted before todd :p

duuuuuuuuuuuuuuuude -.-

The beta is now closed. Todd got in

yeah i didnt bother..

*Goes inactive again until 2011*

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Bassey, if u don't login by Moevember, Im personally banning you

yea, I didn't bother to go for it either...

lol ban!

Darren1 wrote:

Moevember

Im preoccupied trying to figure out when Moevember is.. Are you Aussies really so messed up that you have different months?

Huh..

lol josh

Bassey, it's November, but you grow a moe to help find a cure for cancer

Im reading a book about cancer right now..

Good for you,.
Are you participating in MoeVember?

Sure thing broha

The question is, can you, Adam, grow a moe in 30 days?

Lolz.....Funny money raising thing.