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Age of Mythology: Retold Revives Classic Strategy with Modern Enhancements

The remastered game features improved visuals, reusable god powers, and new accessibility options, but faces backlash over DLC pricing.

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Promotional art for Age of Mythology Retold, featuring several gods from the ages of mythologies past arranged in battle poses, prepared for war.
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Overview

  • Age of Mythology: Retold updates the 2002 classic with enhanced graphics and a modernized UI.
  • The game introduces reusable god powers and a new Wonder Age, adding depth to the strategy experience.
  • Accessibility improvements make the game more inclusive for a broader audience.
  • Critics praise the core gameplay but note some minor bugs and gaps in tutorial coverage.
  • Players are unhappy about a $6 DLC that offers old JPEG portraits from the original game.