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92%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

92% User Score Based on 2,868 reviews

Immerse yourself in Ancient Egypt from the age of the great pyramids to the final years of the New Kingdom. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pharaoh + Cleopatra.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

78% User Score Based on 934 reviews

Critic Score 64%Based on 5 reviews

Nebuchadnezzar is a classic isometric city builder game inviting players to experience the mysterious history and culture of ancient Mesopotamia. In the campaign, players get to rule over influential historical cities filled with magnificent monuments. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nebuchadnezzar.

85%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

85% User Score Based on 121 reviews

JOIN OUR DISCORD About the Game Shape the history of the Aztec Civilization, one legendary city at a time. From a single metropolis, to multiple city-states and finally an empire. Conquer the wilderness of Mesoamerica, build a nation and rise as its destined emperor - Tlatoani. Immerse yourself in a detailed simulation of an Aztec city-state and its society. All citizens are individua… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tlatoani: Aztec Cities.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

83% User Score Based on 439 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 3 reviews

Build your settlement. Gather and refine resources from forests and quarries, breed animals, grow vegetables, fish and make wine, so you can keep your population healthy and fed. Improve your buildings and ensure water supply with aqueducts. Welcome citizens to your village as artisans, farmers, carpenters... or train them to join your legions in different units. Towers and walls will protect your… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Citadelum.

97%Game Brain Score

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97% User Score Based on 1,874 reviews

Zeus + Poseidon delivers hundreds of hours of gameplay in one game! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zeus + Poseidon.

61%Game Brain Score

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63% User Score Based on 1,052 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 2 reviews

Lethis - Path of Progress is a city-builder in a victorian steampunk setting. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lethis: Path of Progress.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

69% User Score Based on 124 reviews

Architect Empire is a ancient city-building real time strategy game, with elements from grand strategies sprinkled in for good measure. The levels are procedurally generated, and you have limited control over your subjects If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Empire Architect.

93%Game Brain Score

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93% User Score Based on 1,276 reviews

Hail Governor, your city awaits. As a provincial governor charged with spreading the glory of Rome our mission is clear: build cities, foster trade and industry, make money. How you accomplish this is entirely up to you. Gain wealth and power, make a career out of pleasing the emperor, battle Barbarians and repel invaders or concentrate on building the next Eternal City. Fail and you’ll end up as… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Caesar™ 3.

93%Game Brain Score

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93% User Score Based on 201 reviews

Update Roadmap About the GameImmerse yourself in the world of Ancient China and build your dream cities on one of the hand-crafted maps. It will sit where stunning nature and fantastical setting mix with urban planning. Watch the season change as your settlement grows from a few buildings with peasants to a bustling city worthy of the Emperor's visit. After your appointment as the Governor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Celestial Empire.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

92% User Score Based on 130 reviews

In 960 A.D., the Zhao Song Dynasty was established. As the mayor, you'll need to help the townspeople settle down, cultivate the land and expand. However, when the emperor issues a national mandate, conflicts between factions threaten city development—what strategy will you adopt? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thriving City: Song.

81%Game Brain Score

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81% User Score Based on 293 reviews

Hearthlands is a medieval/fantasy city-building real time strategy game in which you take a role of a king in a procedurally generated world. You can not control your subjects directly; instead you focus on city-building, resource management, diplomacy, magic and other things a typical king deals with on a daily basis. The game is very flexible: you can build a powerful realm and rule the lands… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hearthlands.

50%Game Brain Score

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51% User Score Based on 450 reviews

Critic Score 48%Based on 1 reviews

Patrician IV is the sequel to the historical trading simulation and strategy series. You are a merchant in northern Europe in the late Middle Ages when the Hanseatic League was flourishing. Your goal is to rise to the most successful and influential member of the Hanse, ultimately being elected Elderman, leader of the trading league. You start bargaining with common goods, build up your own produc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Patrician IV.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

79% User Score Based on 478 reviews

Patrician III - sequel to the award winning game Patrician II - features advanced in-game AI, which adjusts its difficulty based on experience and ability. In this economic sandbox game you can gain wealth and power in multiple ways - what you will do with it is up to you. Invite up to 8 of your friends for a multiplayer session via LAN or over the Internet.Become a fellow of the famous medieval H… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Patrician III.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability

98% User Score Based on 60 reviews

Sid Meier's Civilization IV®: Beyond the Sword is the second expansion pack for Civilization IV - the 2005 PC Game of the Year that has become a worldwide hit. The expansion focuses on the time periods after the invention of gunpowder and delivers 11 unique and challenging scenarios created by the development team at Firaxis as well as esteemed members of the Community. Beyond the Sword also inclu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

83% User Score Based on 298 reviews

Critic Score 63%Based on 2 reviews

The city builder strategy game Imperium Romanum is set in the time-honoured Roman Empire and players will marvel in the incredible attention to detail when working on a strategy to build a well organised, prosperous and commanding settlement. As governor of a Roman province, the fortune very much lies in the players own hands. Imperium Romanum is the sequel to Glory of the Roman Empire. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imperium Romanum.

69%Game Brain Score

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66% User Score Based on 833 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

Kingdom Wars II: Battles brings a fresh perspective on the fantasy real-time Strategy genre, combining the best of Zombie survival and long term crafting with complex fast-paced city-building and skirmish siege combat. All in a beautifully, yet gory game world where players fight across the epic battlefields in multiplayer skirmish and coop with thousands of other players. And with an episodic sin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingdom Wars 2: Battles.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

79% User Score Based on 201 reviews

Hearthlands is a medieval/fantasy city-building real time strategy game in which you take a role of a king in a procedurally generated world. You can not control your subjects directly; instead you focus on city-building, resource management, diplomacy, heroes, magic and other things a typical king deals with on a daily basis. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hearthlands.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

76% User Score Based on 475 reviews

Critic Score 69%Based on 3 reviews

Starting as governor of a newly formed province in the Roman Empire your goal is simple: advance up the empire's political ladder to become the next Caesar. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Caesar IV.

71%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

74% User Score Based on 120 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 2 reviews

In Settlers: Rise of an Empire Gold Edition, the player creates their own empire of bustling cities in a captivating medieval world. However, threats are always looming so you must be prepared to defend your mighty kingdom. Powered by RenderWare, everything is visible, highly detailed, and real. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Settlers: Rise of an Empire.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

72% User Score Based on 1,411 reviews

Builders of Egypt: Prologue is an economic type of city-building taking place in the valley of the Nile. The story starts in a little-known protodynastic period in which you will be able to observe the birth of the Old Egypt and finished with the death of Cleopatra VII. A key aspect of governance is the skilful management of urban planning. This includes the careful design of street layouts, th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Builders of Egypt: Prologue.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization

81% User Score Based on 52 reviews

Experience the life of a city administrator as you expand the empire in the name of Rome. Build, manage and expand settlements in this resource driven city sim. You'll create resource, trade goods and take care of your citizens needs If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glory of Rome.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

91% User Score Based on 47,371 reviews

Critic Score 84%Based on 2 reviews

The Dark Ages might be drawing to a close, but Europe is still in turmoil. Petty lords vie against beleaguered kings who struggle to assert control over their fragmented realms. The Pope calls for a Crusade to protect the Christians in the Holy Land even as he refuses to relinquish control over the investiture of bishops - and their riches. Now is the time for greatness. Expand your demesne and se… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crusader Kings II.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization

97% User Score Based on 852 reviews

Medieval II: Total War - Gold Edition is the compilation of the critically-acclaimed Medieval: Total War and its official expansion pack - Total War Kingdoms. Set in the turbulent Middle Ages, Medieval puts you in command of your own empire as you crush neighboring kingdoms and unify all of Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East. Medieval: Total War Kingdoms features four entire campaigns … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Medieval II: Total War™ Kingdoms.

Zeus: Master of Olympus is the fifth full title of the City Building Series, developed by Impressions Games and published by Sierra Entertainment. Like previous titles, Zeus focuses on the building and development of a city in ancient times, this time in Ancient Greece. It features some changes to the Caesar III engine, most notably the new housing blocks, now dividing "common" and "elite" housin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zeus: Master of Olympus.

Rewrite history and rule Ancient Egypt in this retro-inspired city-building game. You have to construct prospering cities alongside The Nile. Evolve households to higher levels by providing them goods and services. Design and beautify complex cities. Defend your empire from invading armies. A small shortage of goods or an overlooked district might bring your city to ruins. Features: Walker syste… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ancient Worlds: Egypt.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

96% User Score Based on 20,959 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 2 reviews

Conquer kingdoms to rule an empire and dominate the Middle Ages. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Medieval II: Total War.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story

93% User Score Based on 60 reviews

Choose one side, stabilize your country, subjugate the surrounding rulers and build a strong and successful empire in this history inspired strategy game from the wild times of the early Middle Ages, when the first European kingdoms were trying to strengthen their power and resist the raids of savage tribes from the east and north. How you achieve this is up to you - destroy your enemies by for… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bellfortis.

92%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

92% User Score Based on 34,793 reviews

Critic Score 92%Based on 4 reviews

In Total War: Shogun 2 you choose from one of 9 (10 with Ikko-Ikki dlc) clans, each with their own unique traits and skills and each with their own RPG-style warlord to lead them. Use a mixture of diplomacy, political manoeuvring, province building, research and special agents such as Ninja assassins or Geisha spies to get your enemies exactly where you want them. An intuitive user interface and a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Total War: Shogun 2.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

66% User Score Based on 516 reviews

Critic Score 68%Based on 2 reviews

The Guild 2 is the shining successor of the ultra successful medieval life sim, Europe 1400. The Guild 2 is a unique mixture of RPG and life simulation in an immersive middle ages scenario. The player and his party become part of history and can even change it in real-time. Go back to the dark middle ages and found a new dynasty! Take care of yourself, because your opponents never sleep! Marry a … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Guild 2.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

76% User Score Based on 204 reviews

EA Roadmap About the GamePut your management skills to the demanding test and prove yourself as a fine ruler of the ancient Greek city. Throughout your journey, you will face many challenges, unexpected events, and promising opportunities. Make world-shaping decisions, command your subjects, erect magnificent structures, and make your Polis the most glorious place in the whole ancient world! B… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Builders of Greece: Prologue.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music

76% User Score Based on 108 reviews

Renaissance Kingdom Wars brings back the golden days of strategy games, reinvented with modern standards and complete with retro 2000s graphics.  Renaissance was an era of science, arts, philosophy—and the art of war. Split between warring kingdoms, merchants, and religions, the Renaissance saw the rise of mercenary armies, waging war across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East for the highest b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Renaissance Kingdom Wars.

Historical background:China was in the heyday of the Tang Dynasty from the 7th to the 8th century, which was the peak of China's feudal society. The social economy was highly developed, the Silk Road was prosperous again, and the people lived a prosperous life. The Kaiyuan period was also the most prosperous period of the Tang Dynasty, known as the Kaiyuan Prosperity.Game features:Urban economyAs … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kai Yuan.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding

84% User Score Based on 918 reviews

Critic Score 76%Based on 4 reviews

Field of Glory: Empires is a grand strategy game in which you will have to move in an intricate and living tapestry of nations and tribes, each one with their distinctive culture. Set in Europe and in the Mediterranean Area during the Classical Age, experience what truly means to manage an Empire. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Field of Glory: Empires.

70%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

70% User Score Based on 3,028 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 4 reviews

The battle for Troy cannot be waged by man alone. Save 30% with the Mythic Edition and experience an unforgettable journey into the myth of the Trojan war. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Total War Saga: TROY.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story

96% User Score Based on 2,094 reviews

The lands of England and Wales are ruled by powerful feudal nobles who cruelly oppress the people. They all have their eyes on the English throne, and they’re willing to do anything to seize it. The people cry out for a leader who can unite them: A leader worthy of a kingdom. Advancing the series’ trademark template of turn-based and real-time strategy, If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lords of the Realm II.

66%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

68% User Score Based on 954 reviews

Critic Score 68%Based on 16 reviews

"The ultimate depiction of the Three Kingdom. A heroic drama of a gathering of Legends." Based on this concept for Romance of the Three Kingdoms 13, we have compiled an experience that will immerse the player deep into the historically turbulent world of the Three Kingdoms, with "human drama," seen through daily interactions both on the battlefield and off between the many heroic characters of the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Romance of the Three Kingdoms 13.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability

87% User Score Based on 1,788 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

Europa Universalis III delves deeply into the areas of exploration, trade, warfare and diplomacy. This epic strategy game lets players take control of a nation and guide it through the ages to become a great global empire. Unparalleled in its depth and historical accuracy, Europa Universalis III gives the player unprecedented freedom in how they choose to rule their nation from an impressive choic… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Europa Universalis III.

50%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, graphics

50% User Score Based on 52 reviews

Blocks!: Julius Caesar is an epic two-player wargame that brings the drama of the Roman Civil War (49-45 BC) to life. Take control of the legions of Caesar or Pompey against AI or in online Multiplayer. Fight to determine the future of Rome: Republic or Empire. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blocks!: Julius Caesar.

64%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

58% User Score Based on 207 reviews

Critic Score 84%Based on 2 reviews

Beyond the Sea is the comprehensive expansion for the acclaimed Renaissance economic simulator Rise of Venice. Beyond the Sea provides players with a whole new challenge by expanding the game world with 13 all new cities to explore and trade with, as well as all new residence missions and challenging new Doge tasks which will see your family playing a more important role. Beyond the Sea also allow… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rise of Venice.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability

73% User Score Based on 473 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

After decades in exile, your family name has been all but forgotten in Rome. But the departure of the tyrant Sulla has changed everything, and Rome stands on the brink of a new era. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grand Ages: Rome.

64%Game Brain Score

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64% User Score Based on 225 reviews

The Gold Edition includes the original game plus its expansion pack. It's the year 1400 - the late Middle Ages. Europe sees the dawn of the golden age of the new departures and the free spirit. Under the rule of the bourgeoisie and businessmen, more and more towns are emerging from the clutches of the aristocracy and are achieving independence, power and wealth. New businesses are flourishing, bri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Guild Gold Edition.

57%Game Brain Score

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57% User Score Based on 699 reviews

CaesarIA is inspired by an old-school economic strategy game, Caesar III which is a masterpiece among the games of this genre in our opinion. There are different economic strategy games and they can be broken down to subtypes but from our viewpoint Caesar encompasses planning, constructing, diplomacy and military campaigns. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CaesarIA.

49%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, monetization

75% User Score Based on 16 reviews

Antiquitas is a city-building simulation game set in ancient Rome. From the creator of My Colony, this offline empire builder lets you manage resources, citizens, and technology to build a sprawling Roman civilization. Build housing, manage jobs and services, research new technologies, and expand your empire across land and sea. And with cross-platform saves, you can rule from anywhere! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Antiquitas.

95%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

95% User Score Based on 9,062 reviews

Rise of Nations is back! Play the updated classic with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features, including Twitch.tv streaming! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rise of Nations.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

69% User Score Based on 372 reviews

1849 is a city management game for tablets and PCs, set during the California Gold Rush. With all of the peril and possibility of the new frontier, 1849 challenges players to build a thriving mining empire in 19th century California. Inspired by games such as Caesar III, SimCity 4, and the Civilization series, 1849 strives to bring an immersive simulation game experience into the mobile age. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 1849.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

91% User Score Based on 13,898 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 4 reviews

Microsoft Studios brings you three epic Age of Empires III games in one monumental collection for the first time. Immerse yourself in the award-winning strategy experience. Microsoft Studios brings you three epic Age of Empires III games in one monumental collection for the first time. Command mighty European powers looking to explore new lands in the New World; or jump eastward to Asia and det… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Age of Empires III.

According to historical records, from the establishment of the city in the 8th century BC to the 2nd century AD, it took more than 1,000 years for ancient Rome to rise to dominate Europe, Asia, and Africa, but it quickly collapsed and declined in less than 200 years. During this period, Rome grew from a small country with less than 150,000 people on the edge of Europe to a dazzling empire that ann… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VR Travelling in the Roman Empire (VR Rome Time machine travel in history).

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, story

64% User Score Based on 1,043 reviews

A Total War Saga: FALL OF THE SAMURAI features a dramatic clash of traditional Samurai culture with the explosive power of modern weaponry. Now including all DLC faction packs, build up your armies with the Saga, Obama, Tsu and Sendai factions. About Total War Saga: FALL OF THE SAMURAISet 400 years after the events of Total War: SHOGUN 2, guide ancient Japan into the modern age, as the arrival of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Total War Saga: FALL OF THE SAMURAI.

Critias Empire is a Turn-Based Strategy game where you build your empire without war, combat and rival civilizations. Instead danger comes from Disasters rained down by the Gods of Olympus. This is a game for those who like the empire building of 4X games, as opposed to war and conflict, but still want a challenging dynamic world to play in. In Critias Empire, the ancient Gods are vengeful a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Critias Empire.

41%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

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63% User Score Based on 16 reviews

Construct entire residential districts for people and improve their well-being by building markets, schools, theaters and other places, and connect them with roads for ease of access. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ancient Rome 2.