651 BCE
Spring and AutumnAlliance at Kuiqiu
Duke 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.
THE HISTORICAL ATLAS / 651 BCE — 1368 CE
34 eras to step into.
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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01 / 651—230 BCE
Spring & Autumn · Warring States
From alliances of regional lords to the rivalry of seven states. Shape a future for Qi, Jin, Chu, or Qin.
632 BCE
Spring and AutumnBattle of Chengpu
Duke 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 AutumnWu and Chu Contend
Helü'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 StatesPartition of Jin
A 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 StatesEve of Guiling
Wei 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 StatesBattle of Changping
Qin 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 StatesQin's Conquest of the Six States
King 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.
02 / 206 BCE—208 CE
Qin · Han · Three Kingdoms
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 & HanChu–Han Contention
After 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 & HanKunyang and the Fall of Xin
Wang 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 HanReturn to the Western Regions
Emperor 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 KingdomsWelcoming Emperor Xian
Emperor 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 KingdomsEve of Red Cliffs
In 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.
03 / 265—1368 CE
Jin to Song & Yuan
Division, reunification, dynastic turning points, and steppe empires. Find your place among changing powers and trade routes.
265 CE
Jin & Sixteen KingdomsRise of Jin
Sima 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 KingdomsBattle of Fei River
Fu 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 & TangEve of Sui Unification
Yang 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 Rebellion
An 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 DynastiesFall of Tang
Li 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 DynastiesLater Zhou's Reunification
Chai 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 & JinRise of Song
Zhao 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 & JinStandoff at Chanyuan
Song 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 & JinThe Jingkang Crisis
Northern 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 EmpireRise of the Mongol Empire
Genghis 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 EmpireLast Days of Western Xia
The 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 EmpireTwo Great Khans
Sail from Kamakura-era Japan. Rule a realm or expand trade in a world contested by Kublai and Ariq Boke.
1294 CE
Yuan & KhanatesThe Rival Khanates
Hojo Sadatoki’s Japan and Temur’s Yuan. Open sea routes from Hakata to the continent and connect East and West.
1368 CE
Yuan & KhanatesNorthern Campaign and Yuan Retreat
Ashikaga Yoshimitsu’s shogunate faces the Southern Court in Japan as Ming advances north across the sea.
04 / 480 BCE—1204 CE
Ancient & Medieval West
Greece and Rome, Charlemagne’s coronation, a contested English crown, and the struggles of the eastern Mediterranean.
480 BCE
Western AntiquityWinds of Salamis
Xerxes 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 AntiquityHannibal's Challenge
The 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 AntiquityCrossing the Rubicon
Civil 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 AntiquityTwo Roman Empires
Honorius 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 WestCharlemagne's Coronation
The 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 WestCrown across the Channel
A 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
CrusadesStruggle for the Holy Land
Saladin 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
CrusadesA Capital Divided
After 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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