Age of Empires Graphics Evolution: Every Unit | Rise of Rome vs Definitive Edition vs Return of Rome

From pixelated classics to high-definition remasters — Age of Empires 1 has gone through quite a journey. In this video, we compare the graphics of every single unit across all three major versions: the original Rise of Rome, the Definitive Edition, and the newer Return of Rome. Whether you're a longtime fan who grew up with the original or a newcomer discovering AoE1 for the first time, this side-by-side comparison will show you just how much (or how little!) each unit has changed over the years. 👉 Which version do YOU think looks the best? Drop your answer in the comments below! 📌 Note: This video compares playable unit graphics only. Cheat units, buildings, scenery objects, trees, wildlife, fish, and other environmental entities are intentionally excluded from this comparison. ⏰ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:04 Villager 0:15 Clubman 0:25 Axeman 0:35 Slinger 0:45 Bowman 0:55 Scout 1:05 Short Swordsman 1:15 Broad Swordsman 1:25 Chariot Archer 1:36 Improved Bowman 1:46 Composite Bowman 1:56 Chariot 2:06 Cavalry 2:16 Camel Rider 2:26 Hoplite 2:36 Priest 2:47 Stone Thrower 2:57 Long Swordsman 3:07 Legion 3:17 Phalanx 3:27 Centurion 3:37 Heavy Cavalry 3:48 Cataphract 3:58 Scythe Chariot 4:08 War Elephant 4:18 Armored Elephant 4:28 Elephant Archer 4:38 Horse Archer 4:49 Heavy Horse Archer 4:59 Ballista 5:09 Helepolis 5:21 Catapult 5:31 Heavy Catapult 5:41 Fishing Boat 5:52 Trade Boat 6:02 Light Transport 6:12 Scout Ship 6:22 Fishing Ship 6:32 War Galley 6:42 Merchant Ship 6:52 Heavy Transport 7:02 Fire Galley 7:12 Trireme 7:23 Catapult Trireme 7:33 Juggernaught 7:43 Subs? :D All Unit Graphics Comparison Age of Empires 1| Rise of Rome vs Definitive Edition vs Return of Rome #ageofempires1 #ageofempires #ageofempiresdefinitiveedition #riseofrome #returnofrome #aoe #aoe1 #deche #đếchế #ageofempiresde #aoe2de #aoe2definitiveedition #strategygame #deathmatch #rts #gaming