Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition vs Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition wins 11 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is R$1.50 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition | Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 72 | 71 |
| Quality | 91 | 84 |
| Value | 41 | 55 |
| Popularity | 48 | 42 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 83.81 | R$ 85.31 |
| Steam Review Score | 95% positive | 85.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 17.1K | 8.2K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$83.81−7%Buy 
Steam Official storeR$89.99Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplaceR$108.10Buy Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition
Side by side over time
Age of Empires II: Definitive EditionAge of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition
Details and requirements
| Item | Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition | Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 14, 2019 | October 28, 2021 |
| Developers | World's Edge, Forgotten Empires | World's Edge, Forgotten Empires |
| Publishers | Xbox Game Studios | Xbox Game Studios |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64bit | Windows 10 64bit | Windows 11 64bit |
| Processor (minimum) | 2.4 Ghz i5 or greater or AMD equivalent | 3.6 GHz 6-core (Intel i5) or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 | CPU with AVX support required |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia® GTX 650 or AMD HD 5850 or better | Nvidia GeForce 970 GPU or AMD Radeon RX 570 GPU with 4GB of VRAM |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition or Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition?
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition won the comparison against Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition worth buying over Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition?
Based on the metrics, Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:15 PM UTC