Total War: Rome II - Rise of the Republic

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  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Aug 9, 2018
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  • Summary: The year is 399 BC, and Rome is poised for greatness. However, its very existence balances on a knife-edge. The Gallic Senones tribe, led by chieftain Brennus, are newly settled in eastern Italy. Ambitious and fierce, they are but a javelin-throw from the nascent republic. The tyrannicalThe year is 399 BC, and Rome is poised for greatness. However, its very existence balances on a knife-edge. The Gallic Senones tribe, led by chieftain Brennus, are newly settled in eastern Italy. Ambitious and fierce, they are but a javelin-throw from the nascent republic. The tyrannical Dionysius rules Syracuse with an iron fist. He leads the war against Carthage, but his eyes range across the Mediterranean as he considers future conquests. Under the guiding hand of the great philosopher-statesman Archytas, Taras in southern Italy is reaching the zenith of its glory and power. Rome’s meteoric rise is cause for concern, to be sure – perhaps an intervention is merited? … Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. GameWatcher
    Aug 8, 2018
    85
    In the end, Rise of the Republic is a capable expansion that acts as a bonafide prequel to Rome II, providing dozens of hours of fun to fans of the game and its time period. It even pushes the envelope further, adding new features to the campaign and making the fall of Rome a two-battle endeavour instead of a simple siege. Creative Assembly continues to surprise with their ongoing high quality support of Rome II, and Rise of the Republic is yet another notch on that increasingly busy belt.
  2. SpazioGames
    Aug 6, 2018
    80
    Total War: Rome II - Rise of the Republic analyzes a rich and fascinating century, with an excellent historical reconstruction.
  3. Strategy Gamer
    Aug 6, 2018
    80
    In the end, Rise of the Republic is yet another great addition to Total War’s best entry. It’s pacing is a bit harsh, but it adds new mechanics and experiences while retaining the base game’s excellent battle balance, shying away from Warhammer’s unfortunate MOBA-like rush but bringing it’s good campaign map ideas into the fold. The way it circles back to the start of Rome II’s base campaign drives home the dedication and love put into the game as a whole and makes this expansion a must buy for anyone interested in the early days of the Roman Republic.
  4. PCGamesN
    Aug 16, 2018
    80
    Total War: Rome 2 is five years old but Rise of the Republic acts as an anti-ageing cream, bolstering it with a new campaign and features that means it can keep up with Total War: Warhammer 2.
  5. Hooked Gamers
    Aug 10, 2018
    75
    There are of course the problems with AI, plus the fact that this is a DLC for a game from 2013 that most Total War fans have already pumped at least hundred hour into. But if you want some Total War play, some refreshing mechanics and a bit of education about the Roman conquest of Italy, then I would certainly recommend.
  6. Jeuxvideo.com
    Aug 12, 2018
    70
    Rise of the Republic is a decent DLC, with its interesting setting in which every faction has its own distinctive gameplay feature, increasing its replay value. But the lack of real novelty is a bummer.

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  1. HuffyGML
    Oct 26, 2018
    9
    Not the best Total war but still a good one. It reminds me a lot of my first step in this series and the game is really enjoying.
  2. Nightvol
    Aug 13, 2018
    5
    So i started with Rome. I had a family tree. I declared my most talented general the heir of the current family head. The said general had twoSo i started with Rome. I had a family tree. I declared my most talented general the heir of the current family head. The said general had two sons, one of them showed promise so I tutored him and at 16 he was already in the field. He led the army with which i defeated the Volsci and by the end of that war he had 11 authority, surpassing all other characters. After this war I had a rebellion by a rival family. The seceded but i took the province back in one turn. I was happy i eliminated a rival without much difficulty. But what do you know. My "heir" decided to create a new dynasty. His wife and sons were still in my family. So the heir to my political leader decided to **** off alone. No harm done, i though, his illustrious son was named heir and he went and fought some barbarians in north west Italy and conquered his enemies in 3 swift battles. He was the first of my generals to get a triumph. And another secession. And yeah... the 15 authority general which I was grooming from day one to one day rule my clan started his own branch. So now both he and his dad created rival families because **** logic. And well... **** this game.… Expand
  4. dougal83
    Dec 5, 2018
    0
    Crap shoot like Rome 2 original release. It's a reskin with a political spin to introduce women generals at an unrealistic level. DeletedCrap shoot like Rome 2 original release. It's a reskin with a political spin to introduce women generals at an unrealistic level. Deleted the game not long after buying.… Expand

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