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Start the game already!

Christian Toth
Age Of Empires II
Frostpunk 2
Age Of Mythology
The Garrison
Hera
Age Of Empires II: DE
Tower Rush
Red Bull Wololo
Aztecs
Huns
Castle Age
Esports
Hindustani
Age Of Empires
Team Games
Frostpunk
Imperial Age
Chinese Civilization
World Desert Championship
Age Of Empires IV

Podcast about all things Age of Empires II: eSport, History, Campaigns, Strategy Talk, Civilizations and much more! This feed contains mainly English epidoses with the occasional german episode inbetween.

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Welcome back to the Barbarossa Campaign, where we play as the Teutons and relive the 12th century of central europe out of the perspective of the Holy Roman Empire. Last mission, we’ve pacified the German part of Europe. In this second mission, it’s ... more

It´s time for a new campaign run and after a little bit of consideration this campaign will be an old school campaign from the Original Age of Kings Game, released in 1999. I will play the Barbarossa Campaign and take a close look at what it means to... more

Welcome back to another civilizations Podcast – today abouit the Shu.

The Shu are relatively new in the Game being on of the Three Kingdom Civilizations and they come with a rich history of ancient china as well as novel ideas in Age of Empires II.... more

Welcome back to another Age of Empires Magazine! The past month had been very uneventful apart from Heras tournament, so that’s going to be my main topic in this magazine. There’s a bit of franchise news, with AoE mobile coming to PC, and I’m gonna b... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Gano
Chuptaburger, AoE content creator and teacher
ChuptaWorks / chuptaworks.com
Episode: [ENG] Magazine Ep. #11 April 2026
Michi von Insert Moin
Michi, host of Insert Moin
Insert Moin
Episode: [GER] Review: The Last Chieftains DLC ft. Michi von Insert Moin
Chris (IamChris)
Canadian player regarded as one of the best Age of Empires players between 2000 and 2008, known for his aggressive playstyle with Huns.
Episode: [ENG] Hun Wars
Travis T-West
Aspiring caster and content creator in the Age of Empires II community
Episode: [ENG] Interview: T-West
Unknown Podcast Listener
A listener who submitted various questions during the episode.
Episode: [ENG] Interview: T-West
Red Phosphoru
A strategy innovator known for his Fast Castle All-In tactics in Age of Empires II
Episode: [ENG] Interview: Red Phosphoru
Benni Buchthaler
Co-Founder and Managing Director of Being Esports
Being Esports
Episode: [GER] Age of Empires Magazin #34
Benjamin Buchthaler
Co-founder and managing director of Being Esports
Being Esports
Episode: [GER] Interview: The Garrison von Being Esports

Hosts

Chris
Host who leads discussions, provides commentary, and helps steer episode flow across AoE content.
Christian
Co-host who shares experiences with esports and gaming hardware.
Felix
Co-host, contributes personal gaming experiences and opinions.
Daniela
Co-host and tournament host, provides analysis and context.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 222 ratings
  • Well done!

    I just stumbled on this podcast, and enjoyed the heck out of the episode on the Poles. The author poured a ton of time into his research, and it shines through. Looking forward to more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Uncle Vinny
    United States6 months ago
  • Ein Muss für alle AoE-II Fans

    Als ich eher zufällig auf den Podcast gestoßen bin war ich zu Beginn zwar direkt begeistert, dann doch aber relativ schnell skeptisch wie gut das schon sein kann. Ich muss sagen, dass ich mehr als positiv überrascht bin. Großartiger Content von den beiden Jungs! Ich freue mich darauf alle Folgen anzuhören, die ich quasi verpasst habe. Macht weiter so!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leidhaben
    Germany4 years ago
  • Mein liebster Podcast, die zwei sind witzig und die Soundqualität ist super. Weiter so!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Spielefan
    4 years ago

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The format and hosts are seen as approachable for both newcomers and long-time AoE II fans.
Positive reception to the balanced mix of strategy talk and community notes, with engaging banter.
Listeners praise deep research and host-driven analysis, especially on tournament drama and player stories.
Fans appreciate candid takes on event formats and moderation during live streams.

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[ENG] Magazine Ep. #11 April 2026
Q: How did you get into teaching and why is the AoE community important to you?
He describes a lifelong passion for teaching, tracing roots to a middle school tech ed background, and connects his work to helping students discover creative sparks through technology and AoE-inspired projects, underscoring the community's role in supporting mental health and giving back.
[ENG] Magazine Ep. #11 April 2026
Q: What inspired your ChuptaWorks merch venture and how do your students participate?
ChuptaBurger explains that his students are involved in every aspect of merch production—from concept to 3D design, printing, painting, and final finishing—with safety and PG content as guiding principles. Proceeds fund the Education Fund and classroom needs, with transparent sharing about the process and a strong emphasis on providing real-world experience.
[ENG] Interview: T-West
Q: What are your long-term plans for content creation?
I have some ideas for both YouTube content and community events, but it will depend on how much time I can allocate to these projects.
[ENG] Interview: T-West
Q: What does it mean to you to create content in the Age of Empires II community?
It allows me to connect with people who share my interests and to share my unique perspective and knowledge about the game.
[GER] Zivilisationen #36: Portugiesen
Q: Are Feitorias effective only on Islands, or can they be beneficial on maps like Arabia?
Feitorias are particularly powerful on Islands but can also be used effectively on Arabia when resources become scarce.

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What is Start the game already! about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A conversational, host-driven show that covers Age of Empires II esports, competitive play, tactics, and broader community news. Episodes oscillate between tournament analysis, balance patches, and franchise updates, with vibrant anecdotes about players and events, plus occasional deep-dives into campaigns and historical context. Notable strengths include energetic hosting, clear tournament storytelling, and a willingness to critique formats and moderation, which may appeal to listeners who want both technical insights and community discussions. The format often blends live-event coverage with personal experiences, making it approachable for fans who enjoy both in-depth strategy talk and lively banter. Potential sponsors/guests may be drawn... more

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