Medieval II: Total War
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About Medieval II: Total War
Medieval II: Total War arrived in late 2006 from The Creative Assembly and Sega for PC, Linux, and Mac systems. This title serves as a direct sequel to the 2002 original, covering the period between 1080 and 1530. You take charge of major Western and Middle Eastern powers to expand your territory through conquest or diplomacy. The game spans four and a half centuries of bloody history, featuring the Crusades, gunpowder, and the discovery of the Americas. It mixes turn-based empire management with real-time tactical combat on a massive scale. Players build cities, manage economies, and lead armies across three continents.
Gameplay
Your session splits between a campaign map and battlefields. On the strategy layer, you move units to capture provinces or hire mercenaries while managing your dynasty's resources and relations. You might spend an hour sending envoys or constructing buildings in a city. When conflict breaks out, you switch to real-time tactics where up to 10,000 troops clash on lush 3D terrain. You issue orders for infantry lines, charge cavalry flanks, and deploy artillery during the fight. Dynamic weather affects visibility and morale as units bleed on the ground. You can also handle single-player campaigns or jump into multiplayer matches against other players online to test your strategic skills in a competitive environment.
What Players Think
Critics and players have responded strongly to this title over the years. Metacritic holds an 88 out of 100 score, while IGDB lists it at 88.1 from 242 ratings. The community moods often lean toward nostalgic appreciation for the depth of its systems. Average playtime sits high because completing a full campaign takes dozens of hours. Many users cite the sheer number of achievable units and the satisfaction of turning a small fiefdom into an empire as key drivers for long sessions. Review snippets frequently mention the brutal nature of the battles and the complexity of managing multiple factions simultaneously. The completion rates among dedicated strategy fans remain impressive compared to other titles in the genre.
PlayPile's Take
This game suits players who want deep strategic simulation without needing modern graphics or fast-paced action. It currently lacks a simple price tag on most platforms, so you might need to find older physical copies or digital bundles. The achievement structure is dense, requiring mastery of both diplomacy and large-scale warfare. You will spend significant time learning unit counters and terrain advantages before feeling confident. Do not expect hand-holding or modern quality-of-life features. If you can tolerate the dated interface and steep learning curve, you get one of the most complete historical strategy experiences available on PC.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer
IGDB Rating
88.1
RAWG Rating
4.1
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