Europa Universalis: Rome

Paradox Interactive · Apr 15, 2008

Teen

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Experience one of the most defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy. The greatest cultural and military civilizations are brought to life through this epic title rife with great strategic and tactical depth.

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Critic 8.0 (4 critics) · Gamer 6.5

Critic reviews

Game Zone
jkdmedia · May 18, 2008
8.0
I think this is a great game, it has wonderful features and the strategy is solid. Paradox has done an excellent job with the game design, although they didn’t do quite so well with the documentation and the interface design. But, it’s not my type of game because of the lack of a campaign mode. However, for those free at heart, this is quite a game, especially for history lovers. If that describes you, then this is the game to get for the summer and it is one that will definitely occupy your time.
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IGN
Steve Butts · Apr 14, 2008
8.7
Like the other games in the series, Europa Universalis Rome isn't for everyone. It isn't even for most people. But for the rare gamers who can happily lose themselves in a world where the ability to create armies is more valued than the ability to lead them on the field of battle, the EU games are a revelation. When you combine that approach with the appeal of the historical Roman setting, it's like an arrow of happiness aimed straight at our hearts.
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Euro Gamer
Darren Allen · Jun 19, 2008
7.0
EU: Rome's mechanics are deep and fascinating, but there's a great deal of monitoring to be done. Not just of your own staff; there's also the changing politics, attitudes and trade needs of nearby countries to consider. Unfortunately, the interface doesn't make this easy, generally burying information in menus and making the player do a lot of clicking around.
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Game Watcher
Simon Priest · Apr 14, 2008
8.2
Europa Universalis: Rome likes to give you plenty to think about aside from just what province is next on your shopping list. From strategic trading, the recruiting of legions, where to garrison them, who’s right for the job from governor to general – Rome is possibly one of the only games out there that can really give gamers a glimpse into just how pressured emerging super powers were.
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