For those of you real-time-strategy fans out there, you’ll like to know that Microsoft has just announced at this years Gamescom that Rise of Nations: Extended Edition is heading to the Windows Store on September 15, 2017. 

The RTS classic will be available at $5 USD for a limited time on the Windows Store as well, and to make it even more attractive, Microsoft has managed to add cross-network play with Steam users, so you and your mates can hash it out no matter where you bought the game.

Along with that, Microsoft has added integration for Xbox Live to Rise of Nations including achievements, cloud saves, and ranked multiplayer matches. 

Source: Xbox Wire