Total War: MEDIEVAL II brings the acclaimed Total War series to Android, immersing players in the turbulent political machinations and spectacular battles of the Middle Ages. With 17 distinct factions across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, the game captivates with its grand scale and intricate gameplay.
SPRAWLING BATTLEFIELDS
Total War is renowned for its enormous, cinematic real-time battles, and MEDIEVAL II is no exception. Players maneuver formations of infantry, archers, and cavalry across sprawling battlefields, commanding thousands of soldiers at once. With an arsenal of medieval weaponry, players can overwhelm the enemy with charges of heavy knights or whittle them down with deadly arrow volleys. The scale and spectacle make these clashes viscerally thrilling.
POLITICAL INTRIGUE
While combat takes the spotlight, scheming behind the scenes is equally important. Through diplomacy, trade, and espionage, players undercut rivals and empower their empire. Marrying the right princess can cement a vital alliance, while discreetly funding rebels can destabilize a neighbor. This blend of real-time battles and turn-based strategy creates a diverse, engaging experience.
SWEEPING SCOPE
Spanning 500 years of history across three continents, MEDIEVAL II depicts warfare from England to Arabia. The main campaign lets you guide one of five major kingdoms like England and France to dominance through eight story-driven scenarios. With The Kingdoms expansion, the scope expands dramatically with four new campaigns and 19 more factions – from Baltic pagans to Mesoamerican tribes.
STRIKING PRESENTATION
Complementing the grand strategy gameplay is a beautiful visual presentation. Cityscapes brim with period detail, and units are brought to life with fluid animations. Realistic physics, dynamic weather, and blazing fire effects heighten battles’ exhilarating energy. Intuitive new touch controls also let you command armies directly for added immersion.
REWARDING REPLAYABILITY
With so many factions and starting scenarios – each with unique advantages and objectives – MEDIEVAL II offers tremendous replay value. Trying new strategies with contrasting factions like the Arabian caliphates or Teutonic knights is endlessly engaging. Random maps and custom game modes provide even more ways to reshape the course of history.
Nearly 15 years after its original release, MEDIEVAL II still stands as one of the most engrossing Total War titles. With its blend of deep strategic gameplay and spectacular real-time battles, the game realizes the turbulent medieval era in all its rich complexity. For longtime fans or series newcomers, MEDIEVAL II is a definitive medieval epic no Android gamer should miss.
