THE HISTORICAL ATLAS / 651 BCE — 1368 CE
From the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods and the Three Kingdoms to medieval Europe. Find an era that calls to you, then enter as a ruler or merchant.
34 scenarios
Each scenario is a separate starting point. Open the game with “Play now” and choose an era on the new-game screen. If an existing save loads, open “Saves & settings” to start a new campaign.
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From alliances of regional lords to the rivalry of seven states. Shape a future for Qi, Jin, Chu, or Qin.
651 BCE
Spring and AutumnDuke Huan of Qi emerges as leader of the lords. Jin, Chu, Qin and the Zhou court pursue their own ambitions. A world scenario linking 84 locations across East and West.
632 BCE
Spring and AutumnDuke Wen of Jin and King Cheng of Chu contest the Central Plains. Smaller states seek opportunities between the great powers. A world scenario linking 84 locations across East and West.
506 BCE
Spring and AutumnHelü's Wu launches an offensive against Chu. The traditions of Wu Zixu and Sun Wu meet the ambitions of Qi, Jin and Qin. A world scenario linking 84 locations across East and West.
403 BCE
Warring StatesA turning point as Wei, Zhao and Han gain recognition as states. Marquess Wen of Wei's reforms usher in a new era of state-building. A world scenario linking 84 locations across East and West.
354 BCE
Warring StatesWei pressures Zhao while Qi considers intervention. Duke Xiao and Shang Yang build Qin's strength. A world scenario linking 84 locations across East and West.
260 BCE
Warring StatesQin and Zhao approach a decisive battle. The Seven States clash, threatening the Zhou court's future. A world scenario linking 84 locations across East and West.
230 BCE
Warring StatesKing Zheng of Qin begins his conquest with Han. Li Mu of Zhao, Xiang Yan of Chu and the Six States resist. A world scenario linking 84 locations across East and West.
The Chu–Han struggle, Han expeditions west, Emperor Xian, and the eve of Red Cliffs. Take up a warlord’s unfinished story.
206 BCE
Qin & HanAfter Qin's fall, Xiang Yu appoints regional kings. Liu Bang in Hanzhong and regional lords vie for the next empire. A world scenario linking 84 locations across East and West.
23 CE
Qin & HanWang Mang's Xin faces the Gengshi regime. Liu Xiu's Han restoration intersects with the Red Eyebrows and regional rivals. A world scenario linking 84 locations across East and West.
73 CE
Eastern HanEmperor Ming's northern campaign and Ban Chao's mission west. Open roads from Eastern Han, the Xiongnu and oasis states to Kushan, Parthia and Rome. A world scenario linking 120 locations across East and West.
196 CE
Three KingdomsEmperor Xian moves to Xu, with Cao Cao supporting the court. Yuan Shao in Hebei, Lü Bu and Liu Bei in Xu, and Sun Ce in Jiangdong stand as rivals. A world scenario linking 120 locations across East and West.
208 CE
Three KingdomsIn 208, Cao Cao has consolidated the north and prepares to march on Jingzhou. Liu Bei holds Xinye, Sun Quan Jiangdong; Liu Biao, Liu Zhang and Zhang Lu also lead independent factions. A world scenario linking 120 locations across East and West.
Division, reunification, dynastic turning points, and steppe empires. Find your place among changing powers and trade routes.
265 CE
Jin & Sixteen KingdomsSima Yan founds Jin and contests the realm with Sun Hao's Wu. Goguryeo and the Xianbei hold power in the northeast. A world scenario linking 120 locations across East and West.
383 CE
Jin & Sixteen KingdomsFu Jian's Former Qin advances south after uniting northern China. Xie An and Xie Xuan defend the Yangtze for Eastern Jin. A world scenario linking 120 locations across East and West.
589 CE
Sui & TangYang Jian's Sui prepares an all-out invasion of Chen. With reunification near, northern and eastern powers watch for opportunity. A world scenario linking 120 locations across East and West.
755 CE
Sui & TangAn Lushan rises in Hebei. Tang relies on Guo Ziyi and others to restore a shaken realm. A world scenario linking 120 locations across East and West.
907 CE
Five DynastiesLi Keyong's Jin opposes Zhu Wen's Later Liang. Former Shu, Wu, Wuyue, Chu and others hold regional domains. A world scenario linking 120 locations across East and West.
954 CE
Five DynastiesChai Rong's Later Zhou faces Northern Han. Southern Tang, Later Shu, Wuyue and Southern Han seek their own paths. A world scenario linking 120 locations across East and West.
960 CE
Song, Liao & JinZhao Kuangyin founds Song. The Ten Kingdoms and Liao remain alongside it. A world scenario linking 124 locations across East and West.
1004 CE
Song, Liao & JinSong and Liao face each other as Tangut power grows in the northwest. A world scenario linking 124 locations across East and West.
1127 CE
Song, Liao & JinNorthern Song falls and Zhao Gou founds Southern Song. Jin, Western Xia and Liao remnants contest the north. A world scenario linking 124 locations across East and West.
1206 CE
Mongol EmpireGenghis Khan unites the steppe. Song, Jin, Western Xia, Qara Khitai and Khwarazm divide the trading world. A world scenario linking 124 locations across East and West.
1227 CE
Mongol EmpireThe Mongols close in on Western Xia while Jin and Southern Song remain rivals. Post-conquest reorganization begins in the west. A world scenario linking 124 locations across East and West.
1260 CE
Mongol EmpireSail from Kamakura-era Japan. Rule a realm or expand trade in a world contested by Kublai and Ariq Boke.
1294 CE
Yuan & KhanatesHojo Sadatoki’s Japan and Temur’s Yuan. Open sea routes from Hakata to the continent and connect East and West.
1368 CE
Yuan & KhanatesAshikaga Yoshimitsu’s shogunate faces the Southern Court in Japan as Ming advances north across the sea.
Greece and Rome, Charlemagne’s coronation, a contested English crown, and the struggles of the eastern Mediterranean.
480 BCE
Western AntiquityXerxes invades as Greek cities resist. Manage a small Athenian state or govern Persia's vast realm. A world scenario linking 84 locations across East and West.
218 BCE
Western AntiquityThe Second Punic War begins. Link Iberian and North African sea routes to challenge Rome. A world scenario linking 84 locations across East and West.
49 BCE
Western AntiquityCivil war between Caesar and Pompey. Control of routes linking Gaul, Italy and the Mediterranean is at stake. A world scenario linking 84 locations across East and West.
395 CE
Western AntiquityHonorius and Arcadius inherit the empire. Restore western order amid the rise of Gothic armies. A world scenario linking 120 locations across East and West.
800 CE
Medieval WestThe Frankish king is crowned emperor. An age of diplomacy and trade linking Rome, Byzantium and the Abbasids. A world scenario linking 120 locations across East and West.
1066 CE
Medieval WestA three-way struggle for the English throne. Expand into the world from Normandy and both sides of the Channel. A world scenario linking 124 locations across East and West.
1187 CE
CrusadesSaladin faces the Kingdom of Jerusalem. Develop trade across Egypt and the eastern Mediterranean. A world scenario linking 124 locations across East and West.
1204 CE
CrusadesAfter the Fourth Crusade captures the imperial capital. A new rivalry between the Latin Empire, Epirus and Venice. A world scenario linking 124 locations across East and West.
A strategy game inspired by history. Borders, roads, and economies are simplified; historically sourced figures appear alongside clearly identified fictional characters.
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