Ancient Battle: Rome
- July 31, 2014
- HexWar Games Ltd
- 9h median play time
Ancient Battle: Rome is a strategy game set in the ancient Roman era, allowing players to command various unit types in classic battles from famous campaigns. With a focus on historical accuracy and tactical depth, players can experience engagements such as Caesar's campaign in Gaul, the war between Caesar and Pompey, the Britannia and Germania campaigns, and the Pontic campaign against Mithridates the Great, which introduces scythed chariots. This version offers five campaigns with diverse landscapes and challenges.
Reviews
- Simple and fast to learn, making it accessible for new players.
- Offers a satisfying strategic experience with hidden depth and various difficulty levels.
- Captures the essence of traditional tabletop wargames with engaging mechanics and historical battles.
- Some scenarios may feel gimmicky and detract from the overall experience.
- Technical issues can prevent players from enjoying the game, leading to refunds.
- Graphics and design may not meet the expectations of all players, especially regarding historical accuracy.
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered unremarkable, with some players recommending turning it off in favor of their own playlists for a better experience.
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its excellent mechanics and a diverse range of scenarios, though some players find a few scenarios to be somewhat gimmicky.
“Excellent mechanics and a good range of scenarios, although a few are somewhat gimmicky.”
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of challenge and fun.”
“I love the fluidity of the controls; it makes every action feel satisfying and responsive.”