Epic Strategy Awaits in Medieval II: Total War
Dive into the historical intricacies of medieval warfare and politics with Medieval II: Total War, where tactical brilliance and empire management are essential for conquering Europe.
Medieval II Total War is a strategy video game developed by Creative Assembly and published by SEGA. It is the fourth entry in the Total War series and focuses on medieval warfare and politics in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
Players can choose to take command of one of the many historic factions that existed during this time period, such as England, France, Spain, or the Holy Roman Empire. They must manage their economy, diplomacy, and military forces to expand their territory, crush their enemies, and become the dominant power in the world.
The game features both turn-based and real-time gameplay. During turn-based segments, players manage their armies and cities on a large-scale map. They can make strategic decisions such as building new buildings, recruiting troops, and forming alliances. In real-time battle sequences, players control their armies directly on the battlefield. They must maneuver their troops into advantageous positions and use various weapons and tactics to defeat their opponents.
Medieval II Total War also includes a multiplayer mode that allows players to compete against each other online. It has received critical acclaim for its deep gameplay mechanics, historical accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Players take command of historical factions in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East
- Manage your economy, diplomacy and military forces
- Features turn-based management and real-time battles
- Multiplayer mode available for online play
If you're a fan of strategic gameplay and medieval history, Medieval II Total War by SEGA is definitely worth checking out!
Overview
Medieval II Total War is a Commercial software in the category Games & Entertainment developed by SEGA.
The users of our client application UpdateStar have checked Medieval II Total War for updates 31 times during the last month.
The latest version of Medieval II Total War is 1.3.0, released on 02/18/2008. It was initially added to our database on 10/29/2007.
Medieval II Total War runs on the following operating systems: Windows.
Users of Medieval II Total War gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
Pros
- Rich and detailed historical setting - set in medieval Europe and the Middle East, offering a deep and immersive experience for history enthusiasts
- Diverse gameplay options - offering both real-time battles and turn-based strategy on the campaign map, providing a variety of engaging ways to play
- Large scale battles - allows players to command vast armies and experience epic conflicts in a visually impressive manner
- Modding community - a dedicated fan base that creates and shares various mods, expanding the game's replayability and customization options
- Strategic depth - requiring thoughtful planning and decision-making both in battles and on the campaign map, offering a challenging experience for strategy enthusiasts
Cons
- Outdated graphics - compared to modern games, the graphics may appear dated and lacking in visual fidelity
- Performance issues - on some systems, the game may suffer from performance issues and lack optimization, leading to potential frustration for players
- Steep learning curve - for newcomers to the series or the strategy genre, the game's complexity and depth may present a significant learning curve, potentially deterring casual players
- AI behavior - at times, the game's AI may exhibit questionable or erratic behavior, impacting the overall gameplay experience
FAQ
What is Medieval II Total War?
Medieval II Total War is a real-time tactics turn-based strategy video game developed by Creative Assembly and published by SEGA in 2006.
What are the minimum system requirements to run Medieval II Total War?
The minimum system requirements to run Medieval II Total War are Windows 2000/XP, a 1.5 GHz Pentium 4 processor or equivalent, 512 MB RAM, a DirectX 9.0c compatible card and a 100% DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card.
What are the factions available in Medieval II Total War?
There are five playable factions in the base game including England, France, Kingdom of Spain, Holy Roman Empire and Republic of Venice. Expansion packs have additional factions such as Byzantine Empire, Mongol Empire, Teutonic Order and others.
What are the different campaign modes available in Medieval II Total War?
There are four main campaign modes: Grand Campaign, Teutonic Campaign, Crusades Campaign and Britannia Campaign. Expansion packs have additional campaign modes such as Americas Campaign and Crusader States Campaign.
Can I play Medieval II Total War multiplayer?
Yes, you can play Medieval II Total War multiplayer online or LAN with up to eight players.
Does Medieval II Total War have modding support?
Yes, Creative Assembly provides modding tools that allow players to modify or create their own content such as scripts, maps, units and more.
What is the maximum unit scale in Medieval II Total War?
The maximum unit scale in Medieval II Total War is Ultra, which allows for up to 40 soldiers in an infantry unit and up to 60 soldiers in a cavalry unit.
What kind of battles can I expect in Medieval II Total War?
Medieval II Total War features large-scale battles with up to 10,000 soldiers on the battlefield. Battles can take place on different terrain types such as open fields, forests, mountains and cities.
What kind of historical accuracy can I expect in Medieval II Total War?
Medieval II Total War strives for historical accuracy with the inclusion of real historical figures, factions, units and events. However, gameplay often takes precedence over historical accuracy.
What are the expansion packs available for Medieval II Total War?
The expansion packs available for Medieval II Total War are Kingdoms and Crusades. Kingdoms includes four additional campaigns representing different parts of the world while Crusades allows players to relive the events of the Crusades from the perspectives of different factions.
Pete Milner
I'm Pete, a software reviewer at UpdateStar with a passion for the ever-evolving world of technology. My background in engineering gives me a unique insight into the intricacies of software, allowing me to provide in-depth, knowledgeable reviews and analyses. Whether it's the newest software releases, tech innovations, or the latest trends, I'm here to break it all down for you. I work from UpdateStar’s Berlin main office.
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