I also think AoEII is really stressful, that's why I don't play MP that often. The frantic early game (if you want to save on precious seconds) and the loud alert noises make me paranoid. Not to say I don't enjoy it, but it's a bad idea to play it before bed as I'll get pretty worked up.
Rise of Nations had bland campaigns and annoying hard counters.
Rise of Nations had bland campaigns and annoying hard counters.