Rise of Nations: Extended Edition

Rise of Nations: Extended Edition is a special edition of the strategy released in 2004. The game covers the path from antiquity to modern times, and the party leads the power through all eras. The special feature is a combination of step-by-step development on the map and battles that take place in real time. In addition to wars, economics, science and borders are important: territories affect the extraction of resources. There are different nations with bonuses, as well as modes with their own conditions. The Enhanced Edition includes an expansion pack with new campaigns and features. The design looked neat for its time, and the interface was detailed. In addition to wars, research is important: new technologies open up access to buildings and troops. Trade between cities and working with borders affect the extraction of resources, so you have to master the map carefully. Nations have their own bonuses, and the games for them are noticeably different. The transition between eras changes not only the troops, but also the capabilities of the economy. The add-on adds new campaigns and mechanics, and difficulty settings allow you to choose the pace of the game to suit you without losing the historical scale. Some nations are suitable for peaceful development, while others are suitable for aggressive expansion. Borders affect the extraction of resources, so expanding is profitable, but maintaining territories is difficult. Games can be played at different paces, and the expansion adds campaigns with new conditions and rules. For those who love classic strategies with a historical scale, the publication provides the full volume.