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Assyrian | Babylonian | Choson | Egyptian | Greek | Hittite | Minoan | Persian Phoenician | Shang | Sumerian | Yamato

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One of the real strengths of Age of Empires is the variety of civilizations you can play. Although more alike than not, the subtle differences can have a huge impact on the strategies you employ. Some civilizations are better early-age civilizations. Other civilizations, such as the Greeks, become more powerful as they reach the Bronze and Iron Ages.

		In this section you'll find information about: The strengths and weaknesses of each civilization Some strategies to consider What you need to watch out for

One thing's for certain: The better you understand the strengths and weaknesses of each civilization, the better you will be able to devise a strategy. Here's a quick rundown on the civilizations you can play.

Go to the Assyrians and the Babylonians