Command troops from nations worldwide in battles spanning 1846 to 1905, where rifles dominate the battlefield. This strategy simulation game covers conflicts across Europe, Asia, South America, and beyond the American Civil War, including the Austro-Prussian Six Weeks War, Franco-Prussian War, and Russo-Japanese War. Take charge through an intuitive interface that lets beginners lead right away, while unique animations for gunshots, explosions, and fire make advances vivid.
Build custom scenarios and campaigns using the game editor, selecting from over 1000 uniform options, more than 80 weapons, and 28 nationalities. Face a tough AI opponent across 8 campaigns and 62 scenarios, with the Gazetteer encyclopedia providing historical details on wars, battles, and arms. Novice and veteran commanders alike will enjoy mastering these comprehensive wargame challenges on PC.
One of the easiest to play and most comprehensive games of it’s kind!
Master the art of war in a world where the rifle is the king! Age of Rifles puts you in command of troops from around the world, fighting the endless battles that raged between 1846 and 1905. Much more than a Civil War game, Age of Rifles includes the battles of Europe, Aisa, and South America. Every major conflict is yours to control! Beautiful, painstakingly rendered units and icons and an original period soundtrack will convince you that you have returned to a time when the rifle rules the land!
Key features:
- Easy-to-use game interface allows the novice player to take command immediately.
- Create your own scenarios and campaigns with the GAME EDITOR! Choose from over 1000 uniform combinations, 80+ weapons, and 28 nationalities to create your dream battle.
- Unique gunshot, explosion, and fire animations bring the battlefield to life as your troops advance.
- Unparalleled computer opponent AI.
- The Gazetteer encyclopedia contains complete historical background on individual encounters, wars, and weapons.
Includes 8 campaigns and 62 scenarios:
- American Civil War/East
- American Civil War/West
- American Civil War/Full
- Austro-Prussian: Six Weeks War
- Franco-Prussian War
- Mexican-American War
- Russo-Japanese War
- Soldier Queen
Includes bonus of 3 campaigns and 30 scenarios.
- British Colonial Indian Mutiny
- Wars of Italian Unification
- Hood’s Drive North
