It is often available at no extra cost to Xbox Game Pass subscribers for PC. 2. The Legacy Way: Age of Empires II (2013/HD Edition)

Finding a legitimate, "free" full version of Age of Empires II: The Conquerors can be tricky, as the original 2000 release is no longer officially distributed for free by Microsoft. While you can find archival copies on sites like the Internet Archive , most modern players find it easier and more secure to use updated versions available through official storefronts.

It is currently listed as "Retired" on Steam , but it remains a popular choice for "old-school" players because its graphics are nearly identical to the original.

You can purchase it on Steam or the Microsoft Store.

If you want the full Conquerors experience with modern graphics and features, the is the standard.