Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Return of Rome DLC (PC) Steam Key is a unique expansion that bridges two eras in the history of the series. This expansion brings the legendary first Age of Empires to Age of Empires II, offering a full remake of the classic with modern upgrades and new content. It is a return to the roots of the series – to the times of ancient empires, the first civilizations and the birth of great powers. Return of Rome is not only a nostalgic journey, but also a whole new way to experience the game. It features 17 civilizations, including 16 original ones from the first Age of Empires and one brand new one – Lac Viet, as well as an additional Roman civilization, also available in the standard Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition. The expansion offers three fully voiced campaigns, improved gameplay, a new D3 mode, and a number of technological improvements. Return of Rome allows players to travel back to the time when the first civilizations were born – from Mesopotamia and Egypt to the Roman Empire and the Far East. It's a standalone experience within Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, where you can fight classic factions, relive ancient campaigns, and fight for survival in an era where civilization was born. Players can use sixteen legendary civilizations from the original Age of Empires: Assyrians, Babylonians, Carthaginians, Joseon, Egyptians, Greeks, Hittites, Macedonians, Minoans, Palmyranians, Persians, Phoenicians, Romans, Shangs, Sumerians, and Yamatos. In addition, there is a new civilization – Lac Viet, representing the ancient culture of Southeast Asia, which appears for the first time in the history of the series. Each civilization retains its unique units, fighting style, and distinctive developmental elements, while benefiting from modern improvements introduced in Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition. The Romans return in a new era Fans of the series have long been asking for the introduction of the Romans into Age of Empires II – and it has finally become a fact. As part of the expansion, the Romans were included in the standard version of the game as a playable civilization available in single-player and multiplayer (initially unranked, later also ranked). The Romans are a powerful civilization with a rich military history and impressive architecture. Their unique units are the legionnaires—hardy infantry with high combat power—and the centurions, elite cavalry commanders who reinforce nearby citizen guard units. With their disciplined armies, powerful fortifications, and economic stability, it is possible to recreate the power of the Roman Empire and face waves of barbarians. Three new fully voiced campaigns Each of the campaigns in Return of Rome is an epic tale of ambition, faith, war, and destiny – fully voiced and narrated with a modern narrative. Sargon of Akkad – the story of the first ruler who united Mesopotamia. Sargon starts out as a simple royal cupbearer, but under the influence of the goddess of war, Ishtar reaches for power. The player takes on the role of the Sumerians and leads them into a new era, deciding whether Sargon will succumb to ambition or fulfill his divine destiny. Pyrrhus of Epirus – In times of chaos after the death of Alexander the Great, Pyrrhus tries to break out of the shadow of the diadochi and build his own empire. As a Macedonian, he must face powerful rivals and his own pride to earn the title of one of the greatest chieftains of antiquity. It is a campaign about dreams, war and the price of glory. Trajan – takes the player back to the time of the Roman emperor, who inherited a declining empire from the tyranny of Domitian. Taking on the role of Trajan, the player must restore the power of Rome, rebuild its glory and face enemies both external and external.