Summary
- Release Year: 2003
- Genres: Real Time Strategy (RTS), Strategy
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Ensemble Studios
- Publishers: Microsoft Game Studios
Age of Mythology: The Titans (2003) Review
Introduction
Age of Mythology: The Titans is an expansion pack to the critically acclaimed real-time strategy game Age of Mythology. Developed by Ensemble Studios and released in 2003, The Titans adds a wealth of new content to the base game, including a new culture, new gods, new units, new buildings, and new god powers. It also introduces several new gameplay features, such as auto-queueing and the ability to summon Titans, gargantuan godlike beings that can turn the tide of battle.
New Features
One of the most significant new features in The Titans is the addition of the Atlanteans, a fourth culture that players can choose to play as. The Atlanteans are a seafaring civilization with a unique focus on naval warfare. They have access to a variety of powerful ships and technologies, including the ability to build floating cities.
The Titans also adds three new major gods to the game: Atlas, Prometheus, and Helios. Atlas is the Titan of strength and endurance, and his powers can be used to boost the strength of your units or to create earthquakes that damage enemy buildings. Prometheus is the Titan of fire and technology, and his powers can be used to upgrade your units or to create firestorms that devastate enemy armies. Helios is the Titan of the sun, and his powers can be used to heal your units or to blind enemy units.
In addition to new cultures and gods, The Titans also adds a number of new units, buildings, and god powers to the game. These new additions give players more options to customize their armies and strategies. For example, the Atlanteans have access to a unique unit called the Myrmidon, a powerful melee unit that is immune to fire. The Egyptians have access to a new building called the Temple of Isis, which can be used to train priestesses who can heal units and convert enemy units.
Gameplay
The gameplay in The Titans is very similar to the gameplay in the base game. Players collect resources, build bases, and train armies in order to defeat their enemies. However, The Titans also introduces some new gameplay features that add depth and strategy to the game.
One of the most significant new gameplay features in The Titans is auto-queueing. Auto-queueing allows players to train units indefinitely as long as they have sufficient resources. This can be a major advantage in large battles, as it allows players to focus on other tasks while their units are automatically trained.
Another new gameplay feature in The Titans is the ability to summon Titans. Titans are gargantuan godlike beings that can be summoned by players who have built a Titan Gate. Titans are incredibly powerful, and they can be used to devastate enemy armies or to destroy enemy buildings. However, Titans are also very expensive to summon, and they can only be summoned once per game.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in The Titans are very similar to the graphics in the base game. The game uses a 3D engine to create a vibrant and detailed ancient world setting. The units, buildings, and landscapes are all very well-modeled and textured.
The sound in The Titans is also very good. The game has a sweeping orchestral soundtrack that helps to create an epic atmosphere. The voice acting is also very good, and the characters all have distinct and believable personalities.
Overall
Age of Mythology: The Titans is an excellent expansion pack that adds a wealth of new content and features to the base game. The new culture, new gods, new units, new buildings, and new god powers all add depth and variety to the gameplay. The new gameplay features, such as auto-queueing and the ability to summon Titans, also add depth and strategy to the game. Overall, The Titans is a must-have expansion pack for fans of Age of Mythology.
Score: 8.5/10
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8.5/10
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