A Micronet Warrior of Rome strategy on the Roman Empire, rather classical. Technically dated.
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Category
Turn-Based Strategy1 player12+
Description
General Maximus commands Roman legions in this Koei Mega Drive strategy game. Published by Koei, released in the United States in June 1991. Turn-based strategy with Roman legion command in Europe, tactical battles and province conquest.
Warrior of Rome review
3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
2/5
Story
★★★★★
"Classic"
Gameplay
"Decent"
Fun
"Frustrating"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Massive"
Commanding the Roman legions to conquer territories sets up a turn-based strategy where logistics, supply and pitched battles interlock. Leading general Maximus to victory calls for long, methodical games. That historical rigour, by Koei, earns the title a lifespan that fans of ancient strategy appreciate.
Technical info
💾0,33 MB📅01/06/1991
Published by Micronet
Warrior of Rome (Mega Drive) price, value & rarity
Complete: box, manual and disc/cart very clean. Lightly handled.
Q1 damagedQ6 completeQ10 new
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Is Warrior of Rome still worth playing in 2026?
A historical strategy from Koei, Warrior of Rome has you command the general Maximus at the head of Roman legions, managing supply, morale and maneuvers on maps of antiquity. The demanding simulation, faithful to the Koei approach, asks you to think like an army commander rather than a moment-to-moment tactician. The austere presentation and a slow pace put off the hasty. An estimable pick for fans of retro historical strategy and enthusiasts of ancient Rome after a campaign wargame.
