TL; DR Be transported to an authentic and immersive recreation of the Bronze Age collapse in Total War Pharaoh, the newest entry in the grand strategy series. We’ll arm you for the journey with terrain details, customizable campaign features, and epic battle bonuses in the lead up to the Oct. 11 launch. Time to armor up to survive your conquest — and expand your empire.
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Take a journey to becoming Pharaoh
Ancient Egypt faces total destruction as the great Pharaoh Merneptah meets his end. You’re being called to rise above your adversaries, become Egypt’s last great Pharaoh, and stand against the collapse of an iconic civilization. Becoming Pharaoh provides you with the freedom and power to determine your own ruling playstyle. Yet the crown bears a heavy weight of responsibility during a time of immense struggle. You’ll face societal disarray, natural disasters, and the challenge to protect your people against waves of invaders. r/Gaming, are you up to the task?
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Traverse awe-inspiring terrain
From the fertile banks of the River Nile to the windswept, arid deserts of the Sinai peninsula and the mountainous crags of Ancient Anatolia, a magnificent visual reimagining brings the beauty and brutality of Egypt’s most tumultuous era to life. You’ll have the chance to rise above the peril in barren deserts, wage war in mountainous crags, and stamp out invaders in a lush oasis.
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Play powerful cultures
Three distinct areas are home to the three cultures: The Egyptians, the Canaanites, and the Hittites. They represent the most influential forces throughout their regions, each bringing their unique cultural, religious, and political identities to the game. Between them they have eight playable faction leaders catering to a wide range of playstyles. You should know that whether you choose to play as peerless diplomats, unwavering commanders, or a maniacal sociopath, each playthrough will deliver a totally unique experience.
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How will these diverse leaders of one of the greatest civilizations stem the tide of Hittites, Canaanites, and the Sea Peoples?
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Ramesses is young, ambitious, and ready to follow the path of greatness shared by his namesake, Ramesses II. His playstyle is quick and flexible, perfect for new players.
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Seti, the son of Merneptah, skirmishes with the western desert tribes to prove his superiority andworthiness to rule. In gameplay, he’s quick and offers easy expansion.
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Tausret has a very different approach to power. She doesn’t care for grandstanding and isn’tinterested in the notion of god given rights – she simply knows she will be a better Pharaoh thananyone else. Her playstyle is defensive, with powerful economic and regional synergies.
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Amenmesse, the Viceroy of Kush, is the eldest male heir, but Seti is the designated heir. ToAmenmesse, the title of Viceroy of Kush, isn't nearly as powerful as Pharaoh. In gameplay, he offersa safe starting location but is susceptible to rebellions.
Canaanite factions
As a region, Canaan is ravaged by wars waged by larger empires to the North and South, and figures Irsu and Bay provide very different visions for the future.
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Irsu has no interest in ruling — resources, money, and conflict are his aim. His playstyle ischaracterized by plundering and sacking.
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Bay, the diplomat, is beloved by Egyptian high society. He has his eyes on the courts where heintends to spread his control and influence throughout society. In gameplay, he’s the master ofintrigue and court politics.
Hittite factions
Away from the squabbles of the Egyptians and the chaos of the Canaanites, the Hittites struggle to survive the Bronze Age collapse and protect against invaders from foreign lands. The natural beauty of Hatti inspires wonder, but beneath its veneer lies an empire divided. Suppiluliuma and Kurunta have wildly different approaches to command.
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Suppiluliuma strives to rebuild and defend the honor of the Hittites. He has a measured campaignpace and frequent battles.
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Kurunta believes the kingdom is rightfully his. In gameplay, sabotage and assassination are hismainstays.
Customize your campaign
In your campaign to claim the throne, you can rely on new Campaign Customization features to choose how you play. For the first time ever in Total War history, no two battles need be the same, and how you customize can mean the difference between unmatched power and total collapse. Here are some of the game’s epic campaign features. r/truegaming: feel free to weigh in on your favs.
Power of the crown: Adorn your character with regalia that’s a tangible and visual symbol of your authority. There are many to be unlocked through the completion of a required Objective.
Pillars of Civilization: The Pillars of Civilization are cult centers, powerful cities that influence the stability of provinces and the world. This game mechanic represents the cosmic balance as perceived by the ancient Egyptians. You begin in a world steeped in prosperity, but soon civilization falls into disarray, and left unguarded, the world will fall into collapse.
Ancient legacy: As the game advances, you can recreate historical events in the context of your campaign. There are a variety of leaders for you to emulate and playstyles to explore, be it through bloodshed, building, belief, or mercantilism.
Deities: Across Egypt, Anatolia, and Canaan, 19 gods can be discovered by conquering settlements associated with them. Different gods provide bonuses to building types, specific settlements, or unit types. You can build shrines and temples dedicated to these deities to increase their favor and gain better bonuses, advancing through three tiers of worship.
Royal court: Court positions and connections open you to a world of favors and retaliation. On every 6th turn, Shemsu Hor occurs. This is a historical event where the Pharaoh and his administration survey all of Egypt, count the cattle, and collect taxes. The Shemsu Hor turn is when all plots resolve, which causes the most significant changes to the Court. You can use each request once per year, resetting on Shemsu Hor.
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Experience the nature of hardened warfare through granular battle mechanics that bring a new intensity to battles. Before leading massive armies into real-time clashes, take a chance to learn these.
Dynamic weather: It’s a living, breathing world where your surroundings can change in dramatic and thrilling ways. Progressive weather, wind-fueled fires, and seasonal floods all affect gameplay. Effects like sandstorms and blistering heat can tip the balance in battle.
Dynamic terrain: Brace yourself for bonuses and penalties as you traverse various terrains. With the change of weather may come an accompanying change of terrain.
Unit stances: Unit stances also provide a new tactical layer in battle. You can adapt to terrain changes and the maneuvers of your opponents realistically, leading to greater combat depth. Three base stances can help you adapt to terrain changes and outmaneuver your opponents: the Advance stance, the Hold stance, and the Give Ground stance.
Improved match combat combination: Movement is more organic and true-to-life than ever. You can see units exchanging blows much more realistically than ever before.
Bodyguards: Build your own unique bodyguard by equipping your generals with various armor, shields, weapons, and mounts. You can shoot a bow from a chariot or stand in the front line with a spear and large shield – it’s your call how to prepare for battle.
Armor degradation: This new statistic makes battles feel even more realistic. Armor degradation helps you see how many hits your unit’s armor could withstand.
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