Taken from: http://www.reddit.com/r/aoe2/comments/2 ... ltiplayer/
I don't really blame them. I wouldn't want to be associated with that game either.
Hi,
Hidden Path delivered an HD version of AoE2 HD to Microsoft in April 2013 and then we moved on to other projects (Defense Grid 2 for example). What we delivered was a solid and well tested experience with the game logic and multiplayer logic matching the original – though moved and now operating on Steam (rather than the defunct MS Zone). The original multiplayer architecture is quite old (1998) and doesn’t always behave exactly as many games do today. We worked to bring it close, but we avoided making major changes for a variety of technical reasons.
Since that time Microsoft has worked both internally and with external partners to update and modify the game. With each modification we receive emails, but unfortunately Hidden Path hasn’t been involved with the development since April 2013. You’ll want to share your concerns with the folks at Microsoft on the official forums or via [email protected] . We aren’t aware of what multiplayer changes Microsoft and its partners have or have not made since we delivered the game almost two years ago. Hopefully the folks at Microsoft can give you more information.
Good luck!
I don't really blame them. I wouldn't want to be associated with that game either.