The Age of Empires 2 fanbase remains devoted to the 26-year-old game, with one player exclusively playing it for 25 years.The game's latest massive patch notes, spanning 8,229 words, tease one of the biggest updates ever.Updates include bug fixes, 25 new castle visuals, animation improvements, and new gameplay options.Notable patch features include reorganizing the technology tree layout, balancing individual units, and focusing on the Chinese civilization.A new free scenario 'Xie An' and significant updates for the Chinese civilization are highlighted.Additional changes cover herdable and huntable animals, map improvements, new trees, and the introduction of the 'Panda Rock' and 'Red Crowned Crane.'The upcoming expansion will add five new civilizations for ranked multiplayer, generating excitement among fans.PCG's Fraser Brown praises Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition, stating it is the best version of the game after 26 years.Developers Forgotten Empires and World's Edge maintain a robust pace of expansions, enhancing the game's longevity.The continuous updates and dedicated fanbase demonstrate the enduring popularity and evolution of Age of Empires 2.