Each group has its own strengths, weaknesses and special units, allowing you to strategically counter your opponent's strategies as you advance through the game. The Asian dynasties are further divided into three groups the Ming Dynasty, the Tibetan Thais and the Mongolian Khanate. As your empire begins to develop, stronger units are added to your army, which can be used to conquer neighbouring lands and ultimately take over entire maps, taking control of important cities and razing most of your opponents' armies in the process.
Starting power can be increased by focusing on either research or exploration, two of the key components to winning the game. Players start by choosing one of the four dynasties of ancient China, each with their own unique starting area, resources and goals.
Unlike its predecessors, Age of Empires III features a rich, non linear storyline, which ties into the gameplay quite nicely, whilst enhancing the game's depth with the addition of the different dynasties of Asia. Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties brings a new twist to the popular real time strategy game Age of Empires.
