[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of Gamasutra and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource GamesPress.]
Grenoble, France, January 29, 2013 –
It’s finally here. Ageod (
www.ageod.com) is proud to bring its newest
release to computer screens worldwide.
Birth of Rome is the ultimate turn-based strategy
game set in the early days of Roman’s quest for domination.
It comes with five huge scenarios from the 3rd Samnite War in 298
and 291 BC to the long and arduous First Punic War that raged from
264 to 241 BC.
The game uses the AGE engine and is a full standalone release,
based on the Alea Jacta Est gameplay mechanics. It is a true
simulation where players are challenged to create armies and
fleets, organize and maneuver them, sustain and reinforce them. All
the time taking into account military, economic, political and
diplomatic parameters.
“
We are excited about this new release”, said
Philippe Malacher co-founder of Ageod. “
It’s a very interesting period of history, with lots of
interest worldwide. We keep trying to come up with original games
set in periods that players love and Birth of Rome is a perfect
example of this”.
Birth of Rome features five scenarios and features a particular
emphasis on fleets and sea power, as they are vital to ensure
control of the seas and maritime supply.
As a full standalone release, Birth of Rome does not
require Alea Jacta Est.
Game Features
- Ancient Command System (based on Alea Jacta Est), allowing for
a good representation of historical army command in the Roman
era.
- Quick and simple Construction of Units, allowing players to
choose and purchase their forces as they wish (or can).
- Decisions features, playable on the map, like wild cards
assets
- Diversified set of historical events, allowing multiple events
and options, hereby enhancing flexibility and re-playability.
- Different updates and other rules, in particular combat system
adapted to the Ancient warfare.
- Map: all of the Roman Empire and neighboring lands, with over
2800 different regions and seas, a lot of room for maneuver.
- Over a thousand of leaders and units with specific
pictures.
For more information check out the dedicated
product page
Ageod is part of the Slitherine Group
About the Slitherine Group
The Slitherine Group is the world’s leading producer and
publisher of digital wargames and strategy games. Under the
Slitherine (
www.slitherine.com), Matrix Games (
www.matrixgames.com) and Ageod (
www.ageod.com) brands it has published literally
hundreds of games, with many award-winning titles in its portfolio
and spanning all digital platforms, from home consoles to modern
Smartphone’s and Tablets. Slitherine is also involved with
book publishing, board gaming and works with a wide array of key
licensing partners, such as HISTORY®, MILITARY HISTORY®,
Horrible Histories™, Showtime, BBC, Osprey, Scholastic, Buzz
Aldrin Enterprises and many others to deliver the best blend of
historical accuracy in an exciting and entertaining way. Together
the Group companies form the world’s largest organization
specializing in this important and vibrant niche. The Slitherine
Group’s mission over the coming years is to lead the way in
innovation and growth in an ever expanding segment of the
entertainment industry.
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