Roads of Rome: Portals - Collector's Edition

About

You lead a group of Romans stranded after a shipwreck, navigating through magical portals to reclaim their home. Mix base-building, resource management, and turn-based combat as you expand settlements, clear dangerous terrain, and outmaneuver hostile forces. Each portal leads to new environments with distinct challenges, requiring you to adapt strategies between exploration and battle. The Romans must survive harsh conditions, scavenge supplies, and unlock ancient mechanisms to progress through the unknown. The game stands out with its layered approach to strategy, combining city-building with tactical warfare in a way that feels fresh. The portal system adds a unique layer of discovery, as each new world shifts the gameplay focus. While the Roman setting adds a historical twist, the gameplay leans into fantasy elements like mystical ruins and otherworldly threats. It’s a solid pick for players who enjoy methodical planning and turn-based tactics, with a campaign that stretches over 25+ hours according to community logs.

Storyline

A valiant Centuria was returning home after a victorious campaign. Suddenly, a storm, which was rapidly approaching the ship, appeared on the horizon. The team prepared for the worst. A monstrous storm broke out. The ship was tossed from side to side, and giant waves were covering it one after another. The squad was already saying their last farewells to life. The incredible storm, having played enough with the ship, smashed it like a toy on the rocks of a deserted island. Fortunately, many managed to survive. The small, lifeless island seemed to promise nothing but death. The surviving centurians wandered through it in search of food, but found only the entrance to the cave. The Romans entered the cave. And they froze in surprise when they saw something strange and magical in front of them, something that looked like a portal. After a brief consultation, the squad decided to meet their fate and go into this portal. There was nothing else they could do. And they bravely stepped into the unknown.