Multiplayer Alpha

The Multiplayer Alpha is a semi-private build that was given to 10,000 players in August 2002.

Annoucement
The Following is an annoucement from ES around July 10th 2002: 

 "Congratulations, you are one of the lucky 10,000 gamers invited to participate in Ensemble's online multiplayer test of Age of Mythology. This alpha version of Age of Mythology will contain two of the nine civilizations that will be available when the game is released this October. Up to four players will be able to compete head-to-head as a follower of either Zeus or Poseidon on one of two multiplayer maps.

''We will begin shipping the Age of Mythology alphas to all winners at the end of July. We will be sending follow-up emails with more details, so please stay tuned.''

''Again, both Ensemble Studios and Microsoft Game Studios would like to congratulate you. Best of luck in your online battles to come and thanks for helping us ship a great game.''

''Best regards, Ensemble Studios & Microsoft Game Studios"''