Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition has over 30 different civilizations, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. Whether you’re playing in a body of water or a closed forest, understanding your army and her economic bonuses is key to determining which one is a better fit for the map.
An example of this is the arena map. Players start on the opposite side, surrounded by solid stone walls and gates, with a line of dense woods guarding their backs. On maps like this, the player who captures the center first has a better chance of winning, and they deliver the best civilizations to play with.
Ten Englishman
British are civilized Active in the final battle with a strong combination of elite longbowman, Trebuchet After researching Warwolf, with explosive damage and 100% accuracy against units, light cavalry front line Acts as a shield for their archers.
Moreover, the British strong economy and cheap town center, allowing them to establish a solid base for their power. However, the composition of the army they prefer is time consuming to build and May struggle in the beginning.
The British, on the other hand, have a weakness against other dominant arena civilizations they can effectively build. Bombard Cannon, Hand Cannonier, Skirmisher To Oppose their archer-heavy army.
9 Byzantine
Byzantines are a powerful civilization that boasts several unique advantages.First, they Inexpensive upgrade to imperial age, allowing you to reach this advanced stage of the game more quickly and efficiently.Furthermore, their team bonus make Monks heal 100% faster.
Byzantine too 25% off Camel Riders, Skirmishers and Spearman lines, against the most popular units. Furthermore, the Byzantine Cataphract and Bombard Cannon.
As players progress through time, their buildings get strongermaking the Byzantines an excellent defensive civilization in the arena.
8 Malay
Malays have unique advantages. Age advances 66% fasterbuild more villagers from the town center, Above average economy. Furthermore, in Malay strong militarywith a variety of options such as Monk, Bombard Cannon, Karambit Warrior, Cheap Battle Elephant.
The Malays have no major downsides, but they may not perform as well as other top civilizations in the arena. These civilizations have many bonuses that are especially beneficial on this map.
Nonetheless, Murray’s strengths are a valuable asset in this game mode, and their rapid age progression and economic effectiveness can give them a huge advantage over their opponents.
7 Bengali
The Bengalis don’t have the strongest army in the game, but their Unique economic bonus Unmatched.they get 2 new villagers each time you advance to the next era, which provides a greater advantage over your opponent. Combined with the arena’s stone walls that provide early game protection, the Bengalis can secure an economic advantage.
Additionally, Bengali can be studied Imperial Era Mahayana, which reduces the population space required by villagers by 10%. This allows players to create even more villagers, thereby boosting the economy even further.
moreover, Monk’s +3/+3P armor bonus It’s especially advantageous on this map, as there are a number of relics contested in the middle of the field. Bengalis have taken advantage of this advantage to take control of the relicto ensure a strategic advantage over your opponents.
6 Aztec
The Aztecs were the best civilization on the arena map because of that. A brilliant monk and an eagle warriortheir monks All Abbey Upgrades Availableis one of the strongest in the game. Gain 5 HP per upgrade.
this is, eagle warriorsmaking them formidable duo fighting over relicsbacked by them Team bonus that increases relic gold by 33%But the Aztecs Battle against cavalry civilizationbecause their only effective counter is using a powerful monk.
Despite this weakness, the Aztecs had strong infantryinclude jaguar warriors who excels against other infantry, and eagle warriors Strong against ranged units.
Five bohemians
Bohemians are the superior civilization on this map. Exceptional late game army composition. combination of Houfnices, Halberdiers, Monks Creating an almost unstoppable force, even if the enemy resorted to infantry, the Bohemians powerful hand cannon Directly against infantry units.
One of Bohemian’s main strengths is their investigative abilities. Castle Age Chemistry and Hand Artillery, to give you control over the map early on. Additionally, as soon as you reach the Age of Empires, you’ll be able to start crafting Artillery Cannons, giving you a significant tempo advantage over your opponents, assuming you’ve already researched chemistry.
However, Bohemian’s only weakness is relative. weak economyThis can be a potential obstacle in creating the perfect army in the later stages of the game.
Four Turk
The Turks are a strong Arena choice due to their favorable matchups.their heavy cavalry archer Versatile and artillery the upgrade offers extra range to them bombard cannon and Bombard Towersmake it easier to protect the wall.
Moreover, the Turks receive Free Upgrades for Light Cavalry Lines, especially useful when competing for relics.of JanissariesTurkey’s unique units can be devastating when Combine with early castle dropsbecause they are difficult to counter effectively.
Overall, the Turkic combination Military bonuses and unique units They have become a force to be reckoned with in Arena and a popular choice among experienced players.
3 burgundy
The Burgundians may not have a stronger military composition than other civilizations, but their speed and efficiency Make them a formidable force on the map.they can Take control of your resources quicklyopponents are struggling to keep up.
The rapid development of the Burgundians unique bonus or -33% reduced food cost for economy upgradesand what you can do Research economic bonuses one year earlier than their opponents.Furthermore their Stable technology is 50% cheaperand they can study Castle Age Cavaliersprovide them Good map control early on.
2 Portuguese
The Portuguese have an early advantage thanks to their new. Bonus it allows Villager collecting wood from berries,In many cases, early castle drop and almost unstoppable Attack with several machine guns. Their end game is equally strong. Discounts on all Gold Units, and strong monk bonus, siegeand organ gun.
Furthermore, their trading post helps create amazing economy, If you go up to the imperial age early, you will feel as if you are cheating. The downside, however, is that this strategy is common. Experienced players can counter it Having a stronger civilization, it will be important for the Portuguese to be prepared for potential challenges.
1 very
Poles are the dominant civilization in the arena, Fast food recovery rate for their uniqueness grunge the building Collect 8% of farm food when sowing or reseedingTheir military power is also impressive, with bonuses that make them a force to be reckoned with later in the game.
Lechtic Legacy deals trample damage to Hussarsin the meantime Thumb ring improves arbalest accuracy. their monk upgrade Includes Redemption, Sanctity, and Block Printing. artillery and siege engineer.
Overall, the Polish combination economic and military control It makes for a very versatile civilization that excels in both early and late game scenarios.