Conquest Of The Empire

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In conquest Of The Empire you'll relive the fun and challenge of the classic Milton-Bradley board game. It is set during the Roman era and depicts a civil war in the Mediterannean as rival factions attempt to take control of the empire. Take control of Caesar and guide Rome to wealth and glory.

The "new" Conquest of the Empire is a great improvement over what was an enjoyable, fast moving game of conflict in 2nd century Rome that needed revision. Two sets of rules are provided. Rules for the classic version appear to rely on a knowledge of the original game. Combat resolution is improved through the creation of combat dice to take the place of standard dice.
A number of changes and options have been added to create a "revised" version. My son and I are still working through these additions. At present we have only incorporated some of them and we have a few of our own carried over from our play of the original game. The board is greatly improved through a larger playing area (4'X 3') that more easily accomodates pieces, although we needed to find a larger area for set up - a good problem. Pieces are much more durable, nicely cast, and the galleys and catapults much more realistic.
Quality of the artwork is very good. I recommend the game.


I am a board game lover and collector. I own dozens of board games and have been playing them all my life. This is among my favorites.

Pros:
1) This is one of the highest production quality board games I have seen, board is very heavy, plastic pieces are intricate, the catapults actually have moving pieces. The game comes with gold and silver gold coins and high quality matte finished cards as well as unique dice.

2)It comes with not one, but TWO complete sets of rules! Two different games for the price of one. The rules are fairly clear, the rule book is pretty straight forward and detailed.

3) Interesting game play. In this game you have economic, military and diplomatic choices to make every turn. Has a "real" economy including inflation, spend your talents wisely.

4) Historical setting: this is a plus if your into Roman history.

5) the Board is HUGE!!! seriously, its about twice the size of a monopoly board. (see also cons)

Cons:

1) not suitable for children, the game is too complex for children, and keep it away from little ones, it has lots of pieces to choke on.

2) games can take a rather longish time to complete. No longer than a classic game of risk, but still, a couple of hours.

3)not for casual board gamers. If you find Risk 2210 or Settlers of Catan too complicated stay away from this. But overall much easier than most "hard core" board games out there.

4) The board is HUGE!!! it takes up soo much space it can be difficult finding room to play. Hope you have a very large kitchen table. Also the board is segmented into 3 peices, they can slide apart if the players are not careful. Really not a big deal, but a minor annoyance.


Conquest of the Empire is a great game, high quality, and fun. A perfect reason for friends to get together and much more engaging than watching TV.


This is a great game and was shipped fast. My son loves it!

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About Conquest Of The Empire detail

• Amazon Sales Rank: #40573 in Toys & Games
• Brand: Eagle Games
• Model: 20136
• ESRB Rating: Everyone
• Platforms: Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Home Edition
• Format: CD-ROM
• Dimensions: 12.00" h x 3.00" w x 16.00" l, .2 pounds

Features

• Start out in ancient Rome, defending the empire against rival factions
• Work with a pool of cavalry, infantry and catapults - move them into positon and begin the siege
• Build up your cities & fortifications to increase wealth - build roads and exapnd military units while contending with rising inflation
• Advance your empire by defending against the Punic Wars and the Barbarian Invasions

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