Age of Empires II HD coming next month

Microsoft has announced that Age of Empires II HD will be arriving on Steam next month.

The reimagining of the 1999 real-time strategy title will include every one of the 18 single-player campaigns from the Age of Kings original and the Conquerors expansion.

The HD edition has been remastered for high-resolution displays at 1080p, with an 'enhanced visual engine' for improved terrain, water, fire and lighting effects.

There will also be achievements, leaderboards, matchmaking and cloud support through Steamworks.

Age of Empires II HD will launch 9 April on Steam, but those who pre-order can play from 5 April.