Game Review: Total War: Three Kingdoms PC

Introduction

Creative Assembly has been captivating PC gamers with accessible yet deeply immersive unit-based strategy games since the inception of Shogun: Total War in 2000. Their track record is impeccable, successfully translating historical conflicts from Feudal Japan to Ancient Britn and beyond. In between, they've ventured into Roman Europe, America's dawn, Napoleon's campgns, and even delved into the fantasy realms of Games Workshop’s Warhammer.

With Total War: Three Kingdomstheir thirteenth major release in the seriesthey have expanded their horizons by taking players to ancient China for the first time. Set at the year 190 CE, a period marked by turmoil and conflict as warlord Dong Zhou sought dominion over the land. Drawing inspiration from two classic texts14th-century novel Romance of the Three Kingdoms by Luo Guanzhong and Record of the Three Kingdoms written in the third centurythe game offers a unique narrative experience.

Gameplay Experience

For those unfamiliar with Chinese history or literature, Total War: Three Kingdoms initially poses some hurdles. Yet, for enthusiasts who’ve already embraced past titles from the series, the gameplay will be familiar ground. Newcomers might require some time to acclimate themselves due to the steep learning curve typical of strategy games.

Campgn Mode

The campgn mode is where your faction's assets and diplomatic relationships take shape on the strategic map. While I spent hours refining my empire's military might, resources management, and alliances, real-time battles are the game's cherry on top.

Real-Time Battles

In these thrilling skirmishes, armies face off agnst each other as you command individual combat units. You can choose to dive into one-off encounters through the mn menu or immerse yourself in a full-fledged campgn that unfolds across the vast and detled landscapes of ancient China.

Visuals: A Masterpiece

Total War: Three Kingdoms boasts some of the most visually stunning graphics within the series, with an art style that feels almost pnterly on the campgn map. The units are animated to lifelike perfection in battle scenes, capturing every fidgeting detl as they engage in combat. This visual spectacle is particularly noteworthy during the intricate and dramatic real-time battles.

User Interface Update

The user interface has undergone a significant transformation since Total War: Warhammer II, with a more refined design that's less imposing but requires getting accustomed to for newcomers. While it might take some time before comfort settles in, seasoned players will appreciate its streamlined improvements over previous entries in the series.

Total War: Three Kingdoms feels like a soft reboot of sorts for the series, focusing on tighter narratives akin to Total War Saga: Britannia. Visually, it stands as one of the best offerings yet. Despite the typical steep learning curve associated with strategy games and a potentially overwhelming narrative for those unfamiliar with Chinese history or literature, Total War fans will find this title accessible and engaging. For newcomers, while the game might seem daunting at first, its approachability makes it an excellent entry point into the series.

Verdict: 910

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