A little gem of a game

Hannibal: Rome and Carthage in the Second Punic War is a new and innovative turn-based strategy game that puts you in command of the Carthaginian military during a period of total war over land and sea with the young Roman Republic. With this military juggernaut of the ancient world at your disposal, you will vie for control over Italy, Carthage, Spain and the Mediterranean Sea using a combination of strategic political maneuvering and sheer tactical skill both on land and sea. Play consists of two layers; the first is a strategic layer where you must prudently steer your forces to the destruction of Rome’s army and the ultimate destruction of the Republic and city itself. At your disposal are a variety of unit types and historical commanders from which to form your armies. On the tactical scale, when meeting the enemy in battle, skilled leadership and a knack for war come into play as you use a simple but engaging battle system to best your opponents.

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geoffreyg
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A little gem of a game

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Very impressed by the game.
Although I understand that the design is AI driven it would be great to have an expansion where one could also play the bad guy Romans.
Another thought is that the system (with a little development of the naval side) would seem to lend itself nicely to the Peloponnesian War.
Anyway keep up the excellent work!
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RE: A little gem of a game

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Agree with the comments above this is a cracking game well worth even the expensive Matrix pricing. [:'(]

Anyway I would have loved the ability to play as the Romans - you would have to use some 'senate orders' which would force you to confront Hannibal early on with your sub par Consuls.

Anyway its something to look forward to in the future and I will continue to support these games.
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