Which game to start from AJE or Birth of the Rome?

[Serge]

I'm going to try mabbe, which game has less steep learning curve? Historically I'd prefer Birth of the Rome, but I've read it's difficult to get into...

[PhilThib]

Both games are using the same rules and same working. On the contrary, I believe Birth of Rome is better for a beginner because scenarios are shorter and the playable areas smaller in scope..ideal to start!

[Jagger2013]

They are both fairly low unit density games. I don't think a beginner has to worry about being overwhelmed with units as maybe in RUS or CWII. Instead I would go with AJE first-the scenarios are more interesting and challenging because they use the whole map. The scope is grand yet still has low unit density. I think AJE is perfect for a beginner.

[Owl]

I've not yet played Birth of Rome, but from the AARs I've seen as well as my experience with AJE I can second Jagger, the more limited amount of units in play in both games in comparison to other titles on the engine probably would make for a more gentle entrance into AGE-engine games I'd imagine.

[ArmChairGeneral]

Thirded! AJE and BOR are basically the same game but different scenarios. If BOR sounds more historically interesting, go with it. AJE/BOR is definitely the best game for beginners in the AGE lineup, you can't go wrong with either title. Welcome, and enjoy!

[pantsukki]

Strongly suggest AJE, simply because it's much better. Also, the Parthian Wars DLC requires it. And Cantabrian Wars.

[PJJ]

I also recommend AJE, because I think it has better scenarios.