Slitherine's Legion (2013)
Genres: StrategyBoard GamesEducational
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Released: 2013-03-12Requirements
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Tags:
combatBuildingManagementbattleEconomycityEpicchallengefutureancienttablettrain
Description
This is a 32-bit application. You will always be able to play it on iOS 10.3 or earlier, but Apple may remove support for 32-bit apps in future iOS updates.
#1 Best Selling Board Game in 28 Stores!
Embark on a grand journey to build a powerful civilization in the ancient world with Slitherine's Legion, a strategic empire-building game set during the Roman Empire. Available for iPad, this game offers an epic challenge as you strive to carve an empire from the chaos of Italy, France, Spain, Germany, and Britain. The game’s success is reflected in glowing reviews, such as:
- 80% - Touch Arcade: "Legion demonstrates that these people can handle strategy on every scale."
- 80% - Board Game Geek: "A classic game of a caliber not often seen on iOS."
- 80% - Pocket Tactics: "Legion is one of the most rewarding games on the App Store."
- 80% - Gamezebo: "It’s very much a game on the right platform."
Slitherine's Legion is one of the most critically acclaimed turn-based strategy games, now available on the iPad. This version faithfully captures the essence of the original game, offering a full-scale strategy experience that has been perfectly tailored for a portable gaming device. It preserves every element of the classic game, ensuring no content is lost during the transition to the iPad.
Set in Ancient Rome, Legion challenges players to make strategic decisions to control their armies and expand their empire. The map covers a vast area, including Italy, France, Spain, Germany, and Britain, where various tribes and city-states await your leadership. The game allows players to engage in detailed tactical battles with pre-battle planning, taking full advantage of terrain, troop formations, and weaponry to secure victory. When the battle begins, you’ll witness hundreds of soldiers on-screen in intense combat sequences, offering one of the biggest and most visually impressive battles on the iPad.
For those who love historical accuracy, Legion delivers on every front. The game includes realistic maps, scenarios, uniforms, and weapons, all meticulously recreated to reflect the ancient world. The economy system is just as detailed, enabling players to manage their cities, allocate workers, construct buildings, and train new units. Furthermore, diplomacy plays a crucial role, with the need to form alliances and outsmart enemies to ensure your empire’s dominance. Whether you are a new player or a seasoned veteran, there’s something for everyone with three levels of difficulty, making it a perfect game for all types of strategy enthusiasts.
Key Features:
- 20+ Playable Sides: Challenge up to 20 unique opponents, each representing the nations of the Roman Empire.
- Detailed Economy: Control your cities, allocate workers, increase production through construction, and recruit new units for your military.
- Historical Accuracy: All aspects of the game, including maps, uniforms, and weapons, are designed to reflect the real world of ancient Rome.
- Diplomacy: With so many nations involved, careful diplomacy is essential for success. Forge alliances, negotiate, and outmaneuver rivals to gain the upper hand.
- 3D Battlefields: The game’s battlefields are rendered in 3D, affecting the strategic choices you make during combat.
- Epic Battles: Based on historical data, the combat model offers realistic and immersive battles, featuring hundreds of soldiers in action.
- Improved Strategic and Tactical Elements: The battle system has been enhanced to provide deeper strategic and tactical gameplay.
- Diplomatic, Economic, and Management Improvements: The game’s management systems have been refined, offering more in-depth control over your empire.
- Three Difficulty Levels: Whether you are a newcomer or an experienced strategist, you’ll find a challenge suited to your skill level.
Perfect for gamers on the go, Legion brings the ancient world to life on your iPad with a level of detail and strategy rarely seen in mobile games. It’s a true classic that remains a standout title in the realm of strategic gameplay, offering hours of immersive gameplay for both casual players and strategy veterans alike.
Our Verdict
Slitherine's Legion (2013) is a solid strategy game that does exactly what it promises. You get to build your empire in Ancient Rome, manage cities, armies, and diplomacy, all with great attention to historical detail. The battles are huge and satisfying, giving you real tactical choices without overwhelming complexity.
This game is perfect for anyone who loves turn-based strategy. The difficulty levels make it accessible for beginners, while still offering a challenge for veterans. The controls on iPad feel natural, and the game runs smoothly even with large battles.
We recommend Slitherine's Legion for anyone looking for a deep, classic strategy experience on a tablet. It's engaging, well-designed, and delivers hours of thoughtful gameplay. Definitely worth your time.