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The video provides insights into the best civilizations in Age of Empires 2 as of early 2023, highlighting different strengths and strategies for 1v1, team matches, and various map types. It discusses civilizations like the Hindustanis, Franks, Britons, Mayans, Ethiopians, and others, pointing out their unique advantages and playstyle suitability. The importance of adapting civilization choices to map types for optimal success is emphasized, with mentions of specific civilizations excelling in scenarios like closed maps or hybrid maps. The video concludes that there isn't a single best civilization, but rather a range of top choices depending on the context, showcasing the diversity and strategic depth of the game.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the best civilizations in Age of Empires 2 as of early 2023. They mention that the concept of the best civilization can be map and skill-dependent. The speaker breaks down the discussion into different categories and highlights the Hindustanis as the best overall 1v1 Civ based on online win rate stats. They mention the Hindustanis have various advantages, such as villager discount, unique unit with high Pierce Armor, and strong camels, making them a good counter to popular strategies. The Franks are recommended for newer players, especially those below 1000 ELO, due to their high win rate in that skill range. The Franks’ strategy often involves fast castling into Knights or starting with Scouts and transitioning into Knights.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the benefits of bonuses in the game, focusing on civilizations like the Franks and Britons for different playstyles. Franks excel with free bloodlines for knights and cheaper castles, making them strong for cavalry. Britons, on the other hand, offer extra range for archers and are straightforward to play. The video also lists the top 5 civilizations for 1v1 Arabia matches, highlighting Hindustanis, Franks, Berbers, Teutons, and Huns for their various strengths and strategies. Specific details about each civilization’s strengths and unique units are discussed, making them good choices for different tactics in the game.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on discussing optimal civilization choices for 2v2, 3v3, and 4v4 matches in Age of Empires. The strategy involves pairing a strong Archer civilization with a capable Cavalry civilization to complement their respective strengths and weaknesses. Popular Archer civilizations mentioned are Mayans, Ethiopians, and Britons, with Britons standing out due to their team bonus enhancing archery range work speed. For pocket civilizations, strong choices include Huns, Hindustanis, and Franks for their Cavalry dominance. Other maps like Arena are also discussed, with civilizations like Aztecs, Spanish, and Huns excelling in closed map scenarios. The key is to adapt your civilization choices based on the map type to maximize success in various game modes.
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In this segment of the video, it discusses different civilizations in Age of Empires that excel in different scenarios. The Turks are highlighted for their powerful gunpowder units and free chemistry and Hazards upgrades, making them a strong pick. The Portuguese are noted for their discounts on unit gold costs and the threat of the feitoria generating infinite resources. Spanish are mentioned as the best choice for Nomad maps due to faster builders and a strong conquistador follow-up. Japanese and Lithuanians are popular choices for hybrid maps like Four Lakes, with Japanese having efficient fishing ships and Lithuanians starting with extra food for faster docking. Additionally, the importance of gunpowder units and specific civilization bonuses for various map styles is emphasized.
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In this segment of the video, it is discussed that Huns are performing well on a particular map with a high win rate despite lower popularity. Vikings are highlighted as the go-to choice for water maps, but there is an argument for Italians or Dravidians being better. It is mentioned that there isn’t a single best civilization in Age of Empires 2, and the overview provides insights into various top choices going into 2023.