Imperator: Rome
Dominate the classical Mediterranean in Imperator: Rome, a grand strategy game from Paradox Interactive. Navigate the dangerous waters of politics and diplomacy as you build up your provinces and conquer foreign lands. Now available with special content and the digital artbook.
Imperator: Rome is a strategy, grand strategy and simulation game
developed by Paradox Development Studio
and published by Paradox Interactive.
Released on April 25th 2019 is available on Windows, MacOS and Linux
in 6 languages: English, French, German, Russian, Simplified Chinese and Spanish - Spain.
It has received 26,126 reviews of which 16,875 were positive and 9,251 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. š
The game is currently priced at 11.99ā¬ on Steam and has a 70% discount.
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Windows
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: WindowsĀ® 10 Home 64 bit
- Processor: IntelĀ® iCoreā¢ i3-550 or AMDĀ® Phenom II X6 1055T
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NvidiaĀ® GeForceā¢ GTX 460 or AMDĀ® Radeonā¢ HD 6970
MacOS
- OS: 10.14 (Mojave)
- Processor: IntelĀ® iCoreā¢ i5-6500
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMDĀ® Radeonā¢ R9 M380 with 2GB Vram
Linux
- OS: Ubuntu 20.04
- Processor: IntelĀ® iCoreā¢ i3-550 or AMDĀ® Phenom II X6 1055T
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NvidiaĀ® GeForceā¢ GTX 460 or AMDĀ® Radeonā¢ HD 6970
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Even after years of neglect, official updates come around from time to time now, and modders have picked up the torch. If you play this game with mods (particularly Invictus, Indomita and the plethora of submods) its a damn good experience.
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Short review Under the weight of high expectations, this entry in Paradox Interactive's grand strategy family exceeds its promise and truly delivers! Drawing from years of expertise honed across their celebrated titles, Imperator: Rome brings together the finest elements of grand strategy. Incorporating mechanics from Europa Universalis, Crusader Kings II, and even the classic Victoria II, it offers players the ultimate experience. Fans of the genre can look forward to countless nights of pure strategic joy. Once again, the research effort by the teams at Paradox Interactive is gigantic. Imperator: Rome is an ode to antiquity, a marvelous tribute enriched by a stunning soundtrack and a charming visual style. Long review In Imperator: Rome, your playground is vast. The campaign map is the largest and most detailed ever offered by the Swedish studio. Spanning from the British Isles to the Indian subcontinent, it includes over 7000 cities and more than 4300 provinces. Suffice it to say, choosing your nation might take a while, especially if you're the indecisive type. As for the timeline, your journey spans around three centuries, from 304 BC to 28 BC. Unlike Europa Universalis IV or Crusader Kings II, no alternative starting dates are available to the player, though this is hardly a drawback. From the main menu, everything is set to immerse you in the unique atmosphere of the Roman Republic era. The music is sumptuous, and the visual design perfectly aligns with the ancient tone, with an interface that brings to mind the marble buildings of the time. In short, the immersion is total. Players will effortlessly connect with the piece of history the game invites them to experience. Imperator: Rome is a breathtaking production of remarkable quality, as evidenced first and foremost by its gameplay. In the realm of grand strategy games, Paradox Interactive is undoubtedly the gold standard. Whether with Europa Universalis, Crusader Kings, Hearts of Iron, or Victoria, the Swedish studio has consistently demonstrated its expertise over the years. Imperator: Rome is, in many ways, the pinnacle of this impressive catalog. Borrowing proven mechanics from its flagship titles, it delivers a gameplay experience that is deep, detailed, and immensely rich. For those familiar with the studio's past work, the quality here is both appreciated and palpable. The options for the player are vast. Even before delving into gameplay specifics, itās worth noting that Imperator: Rome offers various government types. Your experience will differ significantly based on whether you play a monarchy like Macedonia, a barbarian tribe like the Saxons, or a republic like Rome. Choosing your nation has a meaningful impact on gameplay mechanics. As a republic, you must manage political intrigues, elections, and balance in the legislative assembly. In contrast, playing as a barbarian tribe demands an aggressive and mobile approach to expansion. Itās worth noting that Imperator: Rome may not be the most accessible of Paradoxās grand strategy games. Its blend of mechanics from Crusader Kings II, Europa Universalis IV, and Victoria II can be disorienting, even for seasoned players accustomed to these systems separately. Relearning gameplay where familiar mechanics intersect and overlap can be challenging, but once mastered, the gameās full offerings become apparent. From the outset, Imperator: Rome places a strong emphasis on warfare. The chosen timeline offers a historical context in the years following Alexander the Great's death and the fragmentation of his empire into various entities. At the start, no hegemonic power exists; rather, numerous nations of varying strength fight for supremacy over time. Although warfare is central, diplomacy is no less significant, with an array of actions familiar from Europa Universalis IV, including insults, conflict justification, alliances, and vassalization. Some subtle differences exist in Imperator: Rome, particularly as most diplomatic actions now require power points, a slight departure from Europa Universalis IV. With an extensive range of options, you can tailor your strategy to fit your goals. In Imperator: Rome, diplomatic actions can be conducted both on a national scale and through personal interactions between leaders. For instance, becoming friends with a foreign ruler will make it much easier to form an alliance, though impressing them may require significant expense. Conversely, you might consider eliminating a troublesome rival by plotting their assassination. Characters hold a central role in Imperator: Rome, with a wide range of types, including rulers, researchers, generals, admirals, government officials, senators, and even prisoners captured in battle. Each is significant and can have a major impact on your game. Economic management is broadly based on Europa Universalis IV and is fairly flexible, allowing you to adapt your strategy to your needs. You can set different tax levels, each with distinct advantages and drawbacks; for example, a high tax rate increases revenue but reduces research efficiency. Additionally, each province contains different population types, a mechanic borrowed from Victoria II. Here, the population is divided into four categories: citizens, freemen, slaves, and tribesmen. This social representation adds another layer of depth to Imperator: Rome. The social composition of your population will significantly influence your gameplay. Itās not uncommon for one population type to be overrepresented in your social hierarchy, and balancing them will be essential since each group has a distinct role and value. In essence, Imperator: Rome stands as a testament to Paradox Interactive's mastery of grand strategy, blending familiar elements with innovative mechanics to create an experience that is as complex as it is rewarding. The gameās depth, from diplomacy and character dynamics to economic management and population balance, allows players to fully immerse themselves in the ancient world. Whether building alliances, conquering rivals, or maintaining domestic stability, every choice matters. For fans of the genre, Imperator: Rome offers an unparalleled journey through history.
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This is a game that has been called a tragedy in how it was abandoned. I can't blame paradox since the numbers dropped so much and this isn't a staple franchise that needed to work (like eu, hoi, vic, etc). But I will blame them for releasing an unfinished game back in the day that led to the decline of it. Right now, the game is pretty good, very underrated, and is kept alive by a good modding community. I can only imagine where it would be if it got the same treatment as the other franchises in terms of updates and what not. I would very much recommend this game to people who want a mix of eu4, ck3, good economic system, and a detailed political system. Also it has the best map design that they ever made. Don't buy full price, because buying a "dead" game at full price is silly in my opinion. Get it on sale and enjoy the heck out of it.
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Initially launched to disappointment in 2019. Imperator: Rome underwent a transformation with subsequent updates that garnered newfound approval from players. Despite its rocky start characterized by bugs and lackluster mechanics, the game's developers diligently addressed player feedback, implementing significant improvements over time. With updates enhancing gameplay mechanics, refining visuals, and expanding content, Imperator: Rome evolved into a more polished and engaging experience. The dynamic population system, once criticized for its shallowness, became more immersive, and the overall presentation achieved greater polish. While Imperator: Rome's launch may have faltered, its journey from disappointment to approval stands as a testament to the dedication of its developers and the potential for redemption through post-launch support.
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I hated the idea of having population before. Now I love it, having learnt more about the mechanics and how this game work. I adore it now. I enjoyed it at first when first getting started but I wasn't sure how much I would. Now I am sure, it's my second favourite paradox game after Eu4. I plan on playing this so much more and I hope it can get attention once more by Paradox some day
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Online players
884
Developer
Paradox Development Studio
Publisher
Paradox Interactive
Release
25 Apr 2019
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