Build a nation and lead your people to the pinnacles of human achievement throughout history as you explore new lands, develop art and culture, engage in diplomacy, and compete with your rivals to prove that you are the greatest ruler of all times are. It’s your world now. An evolution of historical grand strategy, Ara: History Untold features popular classic PC strategy mechanics alongside innovative gameplay such as a national crafting economy, true concurrent turn resolution, a non-linear technology tree and cloud-powered synchronous/asynchronous multiplayer – all with an extensive and vibrant presentation, in which can range from an overview of the outermost edges of your empire to the day-to-day lives of your citizens. In Ara, there are no predetermined paths to victory, resulting in endless possibilities. Your choices will define the world you create, your experience and your legacy. Explore an immersive living world. Explore a dynamic living world full of life and charm in vast landscapes ranging from tropical jungles to sandy deserts, and discover the resources you need to develop your nation. Witness the world come to life in vivid, realistic detail as citizens across the globe move and respond dynamically to times of health and disease, war and peace, wealth and despair, with unique biomes, cultures and eras that reflect the Represent diversity of human experiences. Build your nation. Serve your people and advance your reputation with numerous improvements, from blacksmiths to libraries, from citadels to cathedrals, from public parks to industrial factories – as well as a global variety of the greatest architectural triumphs ever conceived and built by man. Lead your people through the ages of human discovery. Nurture the brilliance and ingenuity of your people as you advance your nation through twelve unique eras of technology while making the difficult decisions about where to focus your nation’s greatest minds. As you approach the end of each era, you must decide how quickly you want to advance your scientists toward the future – at the expense of the present. Oversee a rich and detailed national economy. Harvest the bounty of the natural world and harness the labor of your people with a deep national crafting system. Will you craft amenities like lavish feasts to provide powerful advantages to your cities and citizens, or invest in crafting equipment – the weapons of war – to prepare your armies to defend your nation or defeat your rivals? Whichever path you choose, you must carefully optimize your resources and production to achieve the most efficient systems if you want to outpace your competitors and achieve wealth and lasting fame. Own your path Choose from dozens of history’s most influential figures to embody as you reshape the world through your choices. The unique and diverse global leaders and nations in Ara emphasize a wide variety of different play styles. Experiment with traits that impact gameplay and powerful leader abilities based on their impact on world history. Whether friend or foe, each leader has a unique personality based on their historical background that influences their AI behavior. Experience True Simultaneous Rounds In each round, each nation’s actions and decisions are executed simultaneously, creating excitement, anticipation, unique outcomes and surprising twists on the classic turn-based formula. The fate of your people will be determined by your decisions and your ability to predict your opponent’s next move, putting your skills as a leader to the ultimate test. Defend your people on land, sea and air. Warfare in Ara is portrayed in the Living World, as thousands of years of military conflict reflect the progress and fighting prowess of your people. Develop technologies to improve your weapons compared to your rivals, improve your war economy and industry to gain an advantage, and surpass your opponent’s strategies as maneuvers are instant and authentic thanks to the power of True Simultaneous Turns . Prove your worth in online multiplayer. Combine the speed and surprise of True Simultaneous Turns with the power of the cloud – multiplayer in Ara is fast, seamless and can be enjoyed asynchronously, with a variety of options to customize the experience for you and your friends the way how you want to play together. A Microsoft account is required to play online multiplayer.
