Summary
- Release Year: 2006
- Genres: Simulator, Strategy, Tactical, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
- Platforms: iOS, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: The Creative Assembly
- Publishers: Feral Interactive, Sega
Rome: Total War – Alexander: A Historical Strategy Epic
Released in 2006, Rome: Total War – Alexander is the second expansion pack for the critically acclaimed strategy game Rome: Total War. Set in the time of Alexander the Great, the game allows players to take on the role of the young Macedonian king and lead his armies to conquer the world.
Gameplay
Rome: Total War – Alexander features the same basic gameplay as the original Rome: Total War. Players control their armies in real-time battles, and manage their empire on a turn-based campaign map. However, the expansion pack also introduces a number of new features and changes, including:
- A new campaign map that spans the entirety of Alexander’s empire, from Greece to India.
- 10 new factions, including the Macedonians, Persians, and Indians.
- Over 50 new units, including Alexander’s elite Companion Cavalry and the war elephants of the Indian kingdoms.
- A new technology tree that reflects the advances made during Alexander’s reign.
- A new diplomacy system that allows players to form alliances, trade agreements, and declare war on other factions.
Campaign
The Alexander campaign is a challenging but rewarding experience. Players begin the game as Alexander the Great in 336 BC, and must guide him through his thirteen-year reign. The campaign’s objective is to conquer 30 provinces within the 100-turn limit.
To achieve this goal, players must carefully manage their resources, build up their armies, and form alliances with other factions. They must also be prepared to fight a number of tough battles, as Alexander’s enemies will not go down without a fight.
Battles
The battles in Rome: Total War – Alexander are some of the most epic and challenging in the Total War series. Players must use their wits and tactical skill to defeat their enemies, who will often outnumber them.
The game’s unit variety is excellent, and each unit has its own strengths and weaknesses. Players must carefully consider the composition of their armies and use the terrain to their advantage in order to achieve victory.
Graphics and Sound
Rome: Total War – Alexander features impressive graphics for its time. The campaign map is detailed and immersive, and the battlefields are brought to life with stunning visual effects. The game’s sound design is also top-notch, with realistic sound effects and a stirring soundtrack.
Reception
Rome: Total War – Alexander was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its challenging gameplay, historical accuracy, and stunning graphics. It was also nominated for a number of awards, including Game of the Year.
Legacy
Rome: Total War – Alexander is still considered one of the best strategy games ever made. It has been praised for its innovative gameplay, historical accuracy, and stunning graphics. The game has also had a significant impact on the Total War series, and many of its features have been carried over into subsequent games.
Conclusion
Rome: Total War – Alexander is a must-play for fans of strategy games and history buffs alike. It is a challenging but rewarding game that offers a unique and immersive experience. If you are looking for a game that will test your strategic skills and transport you back to the time of Alexander the Great, then Rome: Total War – Alexander is the perfect game for you.
Review Score
8/10
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