Age of Mythology: Retold

Age of Mythology: Retold is a remake of the 2002 strategy from the authors of the popular Age of Empires series. The game depicts the struggles of four nations, in which both mythical creatures and ancient gods participate in the conflict. This new version of the popular RTS received a modernized audiovisual layer and a new interface, as well as a number of improvements designed for both series veterans and new players.

Gameplay

Age of Mythology: Retold is a real-time strategy in which the gameplay is based on managing units (civilians and the army), collecting resources and constructing buildings. It is also necessary to conduct research on new technologies and train the army. Beyond the economic or military layers, the pantheon of gods plays a big role, different for each nation (we can choose from Greek, Egyptian, Nordic, and Atlantean civilizations).

Depending on our choices, we can gain access to useful offensive spells (e.g. earthquakes, lightning strikes, summoning of the dragon Nidhogg) or supportive spells (including summoning of rains that fertilize the soil and grant help from dryads). We can also add mythical units to our army (Cyclops, Pegasus, Medusa or Cerberus), as well as minor deities whose skills can determine the fate of many battles.

The remake offers an extensive campaign consisting of fifty missions. Throughout the plot, we traverse various ancient lands, participating in the siege of Troy, fighting battles in the wastelands of Midgard, and following the secrets of Egypt.

Game modes

Apart from the campaign and challenges intended for singleplayer, the game also allows for multiplayer fun. In Age of Mythology: Retold there is an online mode for up to twelve people, as well as the Arena of Gods - a series of trials that we can try to complete in cooperation with other fans. The replayability of scenarios is ensured by procedurally generated maps, and thanks to the built-in editor, we can create new places for waging wars.