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Europa Universalis: Rome - Vae Victis
Released On: Nov 19, 2008
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8.4
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Generally Favorable
Based on 7 Critic Reviews
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
Based on 7 Critic Reviews
79
71% Positive
5 Reviews
5 Reviews
29% Mixed
2 Reviews
2 Reviews
0% Negative
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The best and only simulation about ancient Rome just got even better. A must for any history buff. [Jan 2009]
For an add-on of only 9MB, Vae Victis added many things to a game already complex, with a learning curve that’s quite steep and not accessible to everyone. But those who will discover its secrets will be rewarded with a realistic and historical experience that will keep them glued to the computer for many hours on end.
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Based on 19 User Ratings
8.4
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User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 19 User Ratings
8.4
89% Positive
17 Ratings
17 Ratings
5% Mixed
1 Rating
1 Rating
5% Negative
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With a lot of previous mistakes corrected by the mini-expansion, Europa Universalis: Rome got its second wind. Vae Victis is worth a look even for those grand strategy fans who dismissed the original game.
The addition of a more meaningful political element better helps to recreate the vagaries and intrigues that nations must endure on their long march towards either fame or oblivion.
Not a mandatory purchase for EU Rome fans, but a reasonably priced expansion. [Issue#16, p.64]
Interestingly, the senatorial concept has also been expanded to the barbarian tribes and other nations allowing you to more effectively subvert them to your cause. Assuming you're willing to get your hands dirty and do some assassination and smear campaigning, then you can sow seeds of malcontent far better than before.
Summary The dynamics of the characters that live in the Republic will come to life as the men and women have their own personal goals and agendas, which are often in conflict with each other. Will you be able to manage these willful personalities? As a Republic you will now need to take the Senate into the account. Characters will belong to vari...
Rated E +10
for Everyone +10
Platforms:
- PC
Initial Release Date: Nov 19, 2008
Developer:
- Paradox Development Studio
Publisher: Paradox Interactive
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