Avoid any site that asks you to complete a "survey," download a separate "installer" (.exe), or provide a phone number to unlock the file. These are common signs of malware or phishing.

Find your game installation directory (e.g., C:\Program Files\Microsoft Games\Age of Empires II\Campaigns ).

If you are playing the Age of Empires II: HD Edition or Definitive Edition , check the Steam Workshop or the in-game mod manager . Fans often port these classic campaigns to work with newer versions of the game. Safety & Legitimacy Report

Here is the "report" on where to find it and how to stay safe:

Drop the downloaded campaign file into that folder.

Only download from established community hubs like heavengames.com or ModDB . These sites have been the standard for decades.

The most reputable place to find legacy Age of Empires II mods and campaigns is Age of Kings Heaven (AOKH) . It is a long-standing community archive.