Expeditions: Rome

Expeditions: Rome

Game Overview

Expeditions: Rome is a turn-based tactical RPG developed by Logic Artists and published by Creative Assembly. Set during the late Roman Republic, players assume the role of a young Roman noble who, under the guidance of a mentor, embarks on a military career. Lead legions across the known world with the ultimate goal of becoming Rome's greatest consul.

Presented from a third-person perspective, players will traverse multiple regions of the Mediterranean world—from the city-states of Greece to the deserts of Egypt, from the forests of Gaul to the ruins of Carthage—experiencing firsthand the glory and brutality of the Republic's expansion. Players must navigate a delicate balance between political intrigue, military conquest, and personal growth, forging their own legend on the stage of Roman power.

Key Features

Immersive Roman Experience: The game meticulously recreates the political systems, social structures, and military institutions of ancient Rome. Participate in Senate meetings, engage in political debates, forge alliances or rivalries with other nobles, and experience the power struggles and military glory of the late Republic.

Character-Driven Narrative: Your custom-created character possesses a unique background story, personality traits, and skill progression path. Dialogue choices influence relationships with NPCs and the direction of the main storyline, with each decision potentially carrying significant long-term consequences.

Tactical Turn-Based Combat: The combat system blends classic turn-based strategy with modern RPG elements. Players must consider terrain advantages, unit counters, character positioning, and skill synergies to devise intricate tactical plans. Each battle presents a unique challenge, demanding flexible and intelligent tactical thinking.

Deep Character Progression: Players can develop various character classes, including Warriors, Rangers, and Mages, each with unique skill trees and progression paths. By completing quests and winning battles, characters earn experience and equipment, continually growing in power.

Open World Exploration: The game features a vast map with multiple distinct regions. Each area boasts unique ecosystems, hostile factions, and hidden quests waiting to be discovered.

Gameplay

Campaign Mode: Players will experience multiple independent yet interconnected campaign threads, ranging from political intrigue within Rome to military conquests on the frontiers. Each campaign features unique objectives and challenges, with completion unlocking new regions and story content.

Tactical Combat: Upon entering combat, players deploy their party on a grid-based battlefield. Each character has movement and action points for moving, attacking, using skills, or consuming items. Effective use of terrain obstacles, elevation advantages, and team coordination is key to victory.

Character Management: Between campaigns, players can manage their party at camps or in towns. This includes equipping gear, learning skills, allocating attribute points, and interacting with companions through dialogue to strengthen bonds and unlock special storylines.

Resource Management: Players must manage their legion's supplies, morale, and economic resources. Efficient allocation impacts the army's combat effectiveness and mobility, while resource shortages can lead to desertion or diminished fighting capability.

Exploration & Interaction: In the open world, players can freely explore regions, converse with NPCs, accept side quests, and uncover hidden treasures. Random events occur during exploration, and player choices will influence subsequent story developments.