Rome won't enthuse Total War fans and those looking for a more complex RTS/city building sim because it's not really aimed at them, however for those of you who fancy something a bit tamer, Grand Ages: Rome is worth a look. It feels like the sort of game that you can drop into just for a little while yet find that despite low expectations, it really is quite fun. It might not add anything new to the genre but it's still reasonably entertaining, especially if you're keen on the period it's set in.
With the release of Tropico 5 in a couple of days, I've decided to take a look back at the Bulgarian studio's history. Be wary, it contains a lot of Romans.
Impulse has discounted Grand Ages: Rome, taking 50% off the standard price through the weekend.
Kalypso Media today announced that the release of Reign of Augustus, the official expansion pack for the hit PC title Grand Ages: Rome, is available now via electronic sales distribution portals. Reign of Augustus includes a brand new campaign featuring twelve missions, new maps and a wealth of enhanced gameplay features.
