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"Build civilizations and command armies through three historical campaigns with tactical strategy gameplay that rewards planning and multi-tasking."
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20 min
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Pause anytime
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Some reorientation
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Zero FOMO
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Welcome to Lords of the West, the first new official expansion to Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition. Challenge friends with two additional civilizations as well as new units and technologies. Battle your way across Western Europe and the Mediterranean with three new campaigns, subjugating your opponents by means of sheer military might and diplomatic prowess or through overwhelming economic and cultural power! A further expansion pack to Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, Lords of the West, was announced on December 15, 2020 and released on January 26, 2021. The Lords of the West expansion introduced two further civilisations, the Burgundians and the Sicilians, as well as three new campaigns, featuring Edward Longshanks, the Dukes of Burgundy and the Hautevilles.
Campaigns Edward Longshanks (Britons) - A bitter hostage of rebel barons, Edward Longshanks vows to reclaim his birthright and lead a shattered England to unprecedented heights of prestige and fortitude. A shrewd commander and cunning politician, his merciless methods are effective yet amoral. Follow him as his thirst …
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Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Lords of the West — Session FAQ
- How long does a session of Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Lords of the West take?
- The minimum meaningful session for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Lords of the West is approximately 20 minutes. This is the shortest play window where you can make real progress or have a satisfying experience, based on community data.
- Can you pause Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Lords of the West?
- Yes — Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Lords of the West supports instant pause. You can stop at any moment without penalty, making it ideal for sessions that might be interrupted.
- Does Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Lords of the West pressure you to keep playing?
- Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Lords of the West has no FOMO mechanics — no timed events, live content, or narrative cliffhangers. You can stop whenever you want without feeling like you're missing out.
- What is Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Lords of the West's Session Respect Score?
- Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Lords of the West has a Session Respect Score of 8.2/10. This score combines minimum session length, pausability, FOMO level, and pickup friendliness into a single metric for how well the game fits busy schedules.