Are you planning to revisit this classic game, or do you have any specific questions about the patch or gameplay?
Let’s address the elephant in the room. Is using a no-CD patch piracy?
Updated artwork for a more realistic look and added "Heated Shot" capabilities.
If you just want to play Age of Empires II without a CD, buy on Steam. It’s cheap on sale, includes all expansions, runs without CD checks, and supports multiplayer. The 1.0c no-CD patch is a relic of the past and not worth the security risk.