The WhatsNext verdict
For Grand-strategy players drawn to antiquity, political maneuvering, and building an empire across the Mediterranean.: Lead a Roman republic or another ancient state through expansion, diplomacy, internal politics, and the management of its people and territories. Tradeoff: Its broad systems and slower strategic pace ask for patience and comfort with complex decisions.
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real time strategy (rts)
simulator
strategy
turn-based strategy (tbs)
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"Paradox Development Studio returns to ancient history with Imperator: Rome, a new title set around the growth of Roman power in a threatening Mediterranean. Unify Italy and then the world under the eagles of your legions. Or rule an Eastern monarchy with claims to the mantle of Alexander. Slaves, barbarians and war elephants bring the distant past to life in Imperator: Rome. Can you be a Caesar?"
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