Old but gold, Rise of Nations seems inspired by AOE 1. This game is less detailed, instead, they make large content to cover it. From Ancient Age to Information Age. Traveling the time back and forth with nations with unique characteristics is fun and awesome. Scenario and CTW also bring extra content and it is good from time consuming.

But there are also many more improvements this game should make, the multiplayer system does not support self-made scenarios at all as it should, also the connection between players is very unstable,

As a game from 2003, It is absolutely well-made, making it distinct from other RTS games. It is really enjoyable if you are seeking another RTS game for solo only, then RONs worth a try.

This game is the best building and war game from all over the world and i played this game growing up with my older brother and we both had fun playing it

Age of empires with steroids... and nukes