Data Sources
This section documents all available data sources that LibreMatch uses to collect Age of Empires game data.
WorldsEdgeLink API (RLINK)
The primary source for game data is the WorldsEdgeLink API.
- WorldsEdgeLink Introduction - Overview and general information
- API Changelog - History of API changes
Endpoints
| API | Authentication | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Community API | None | Public lobby listings, leaderboards, achievements. Most data should be fetched from here. |
| Game API | Steam required | Ongoing matches, detailed data. Use sparingly for essential features only. |
Other Data Sources
- Age of Empires Official API - Official API at ageofempires.com
- Steam Web API - Steam platform integration
Miscellaneous
- gRPC API (CA:DE) - gRPC-based API for Command & Conquer: Definitive Edition