Medieval II: Total War
Jan 14, 2016 11 years ago
Take command of your armies and expand your reign. Conquer, destroy, rebuild and improve the cities of the greatest medieval nations of the Western and Middle Eastern world. Employ diplomacy to manipulate your allies and enemies and direct epic and visceral real time battles with up to 10,000 meticulously detailed troops shedding blood on lush 3D landscapes complete with dynamic weather effects in order to re-write history and rule the world. Spanning four and a half centuries of Western history’s most bloody and turbulent era, Medieval 2 encompasses the golden age of chivalry, the Crusades, the creation and propagation of gunpowder, the rise of the professional army and the discovery and conquest of the Americas. The indirect sequel to 2002’s Medieval: Total War, Medieval 2 is set between years 1080 and 1530 and focuses on medieval warfare, religion and politics in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.
What it’s like
Medieval II: Total War delivers a sprawling grand strategy experience that seamlessly blends turn-based empire management with real-time tactical combat. Players navigate four and a half centuries of history, from the Crusades to the dawn of gunpowder, balancing diplomacy, economy, and religion across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. The core loop involves micromanaging provinces on a campaign map before commanding massive armies in visceral battles featuring up to 10,000 units. The game is celebrated for its sheer scale and replayability, offering deep systemic interactions where supply lines, morale, and terrain dictate victory. While it lacks a scripted narrative, the emergent storytelling of rising from a small duchy to a global empire provides a compelling sense of historical progression. It remains a definitive title for fans of military history and complex strategic planning.
Strong in CombatGameplay / MechanicsProgression / ReplayabilityAtmosphere / MoodCo-op / MultiplayerDifficulty / ChallengeExploration / WorldSimulation / ManagementSystems Depth / Build Variety
Keep in mind The interface and visual fidelity show their age, which may deter players seeking modern graphical standards or streamlined UI design. Additionally, the steep learning curve and dense simulation mechanics can overwhelm newcomers to the Total War franchise.
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Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 13, 200620 years ago |
| Linux | Worldwide | Full release | Jan 14, 201611 years ago |
| Mac | Worldwide | Full release | Jan 14, 201611 years ago |
