Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Real Time Strategy (RTS), Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
- Platforms: Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: The Creative Assembly
- Publishers: Sega
Total War: Rome II: A Triumphant Return to the Ancient World
Total War: Rome II is the ninth installment in the popular Total War series of turn-based strategy and real-time tactics video games. Developed by The Creative Assembly and published by Sega, it was released for Microsoft Windows in September 2013. The game is set in the ancient world during the rise of the Roman Empire, and allows players to take control of one of several factions and conquer the known world.
Gameplay
Total War: Rome II combines turn-based campaign gameplay with real-time battles. In the campaign game, players manage their faction’s economy, diplomacy, and military forces. They can build and upgrade cities, recruit and train new units, and declare war on other factions. The ultimate goal of the campaign game is to conquer all of the territories on the map and become the dominant power in the ancient world.
The real-time battles in Total War: Rome II are some of the most impressive and cinematic in the series. Players can control thousands of units on a vast battlefield, and use a variety of tactics to defeat their enemies. The battles are fast-paced and exciting, and they offer a great deal of strategic depth.
Factions
Total War: Rome II features a total of 11 playable factions, each with its own unique strengths and weaknesses. The Roman factions include the Julii, Brutii, and Scipii, while the Greek factions include the Athenians, Spartans, and Epirotes. The other factions in the game are the Carthage, Egypt, Parthia, and Pontus.
Each faction has its own unique roster of units, and they also have their own unique bonuses and penalties. For example, the Romans have a strong focus on infantry, while the Greeks have a strong focus on cavalry. The Egyptians have a powerful navy, while the Parthians are skilled archers.
Campaign
The campaign in Total War: Rome II is vast and complex. Players can choose to play as any of the 11 playable factions, and they can start their campaign in any of the game’s four starting dates. The campaign map is divided into hundreds of provinces, each of which has its own unique terrain and resources.
Players must manage their faction’s economy, diplomacy, and military forces in order to succeed in the campaign. They must also make wise decisions about which provinces to conquer and which alliances to form. The campaign is challenging, but it is also very rewarding, and it offers a great deal of replayability.
Battles
The battles in Total War: Rome II are some of the most impressive and cinematic in the series. Players can control thousands of units on a vast battlefield, and they can use a variety of tactics to defeat their enemies. The battles are fast-paced and exciting, and they offer a great deal of strategic depth.
The battles in Total War: Rome II are also very realistic. The units are accurately modeled, and the terrain has a significant impact on the outcome of the battle. Players must use their wits and their knowledge of the game’s mechanics in order to succeed in battle.
Graphics
Total War: Rome II is one of the most visually impressive games in the series. The graphics are stunning, and the game world is incredibly detailed. The units are beautifully modeled, and the animations are fluid and realistic. The game also features a dynamic weather system, which adds to the immersion.
Sound
The sound design in Total War: Rome II is also top-notch. The music is epic and sweeping, and the sound effects are realistic and immersive. The voice acting is also excellent, and it helps to bring the characters to life.
Overall
Total War: Rome II is a triumph return to the ancient world. The game features stunning graphics, realistic battles, and a deep and engaging campaign. It is a must-play for fans of the series and strategy games in general.
Score: 9/10
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