


You can find their tier lists here (hera) and here (theviper). This tier list is based on the knowledge from 2 of the best AOE 2 players in the world, Hera & TheViper. I’ve done some research and play testing to conjure up this AOE 2 DE tier list. You might be stuck wondering which civilization you should choose and which ones are the best (and the worst) in the game. My knowledge of the game certainly was rusty when I started playing the release of the new DE version. Especially considering the fact that over the years a ton of new civilizations have been added. If you’ve just gotten into Age of Empires 2 Definitive edition after not having touched the game for years your knowledge might be a little bit rusty. This AOE 2 Definitive Edition Tier list is based on update 36202 (most recent patch)

Their economy is not particularly strong since they lack the many economic upgrades, however, their Market trade cost is reduced to 5% as one of their civilization bonuses.Īddcomment(replytokey, level, postcommenttext, newreplyid) To reflect their devotion to Islam, they have all technologies at the Monastery available. Their transport ships are able to carry five more units than other civilizations and have twice the total Hit Points. They are able to produce all ships except for the Fast Fire Ship. The Saracens are also known for their strong naval power, as their Galleys attack 20% faster than other civilisations’ galleys. These units can provide great cover for their camel units. They also have access to all gunpowder units, and all Blacksmith upgrades as well. The Saracens have a formidable army, since they can produce all Archer units as well as every Infantry unit trained at the Barracks, except the Halberdier. They are also capable of taking down archers and light infantry as well since they deal melee damage at a distance. Their unique unit is the Mameluke, a type of light camel cavalry with a large attack bonus against cavalry, also being extremely effective against buildings. The Saracen heavy cavalry line is inferior to other civilizations, as they lack the Cavalier/Paladin upgrade, but all other cavalry technologies and units are available. The Saracen Cavalry Archer also receives a +3 attack bonus against buildings, and their team bonus gives foot archers a +1 attack boost against buildings. The Saracens are a civilization with strong Camel units.
