The most stunning examples of this are the maps. Nonetheless, how well will the transition from bayonet to gladius work?Ĭompared to earlier AGEOD games, Alea Jacta Est‘s graphics are awesome. The game has many innovations over previous products. In Alea Jacta Est (The Die is Cast), the designers have zeroed in on a topic, Roman civil wars, but spread the time period from 87 BC to 193 AD. The return is not to the 18th–20th centuries stomping grounds but to ancient Rome. Passed Inspection: Great graphics, fine AI, exquisite historical detailįailed Basic: Steep learning curve, long processing time, small fontĪfter flirting with a complex mega-strategy game, AGEOD has come back to the grand strategy style that worked so well in the past. Alea Jacta Est: Roman Civil Wars – PC Game Review By Jim CobbĪlea Jacta Est: Roman Civil Wars.
