The original was on my list to play but I never got around to it. I have an old copy here somewhere, I need to see how hard it is to get running on modern hardware (probably not too bad). I was a HUGE fan of Command & Conquer and the Age of Empires line of games (I even bought a Compaq iPaq to play the only mobile version at the time - even plays well over 70% of the customs available).
I need to look into this re-release someday. I added it to my wishlist on Steam so I don't forget it later.
Great review by the way!
RE: Age of Mythology: Retold, from the perspective of someone who hasn't played the original