Three Kingdoms: Fate of the Dragon

Strategy and Wargaming Game from Eidos Interactive, by Overmax Studio

Acclaimed RTS, which places the emphasis on tactical combat. The game is based on the historical novel, 'Three Kingdoms'. Set in China in second century AD, you take the role of a warlord vying with other warlords for control of the country. The gameplay involves real-time tactical combat, diplomacy, building settlements, resource management and research and development of new technologies. The game incorporates several innovative touches, for instance despite is historical accuracy magic plays an important part, you can create generals with the ability to cast spells. Also significant, is the fact that you have to keep your troops supplied at all times. Alongside the single-player game, is a multi-player mode, for games via LAN or online. The game is played on an isometric landscape with 3D units rendered in detail. The game's graphics and interface are good.
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