Bandit Kings of Ancient China

Another very interesting game by KOEI, Bandit Kings of Ancient China is a battle strategy game. Unlike normal military games, this game has the goal of getting rid of the rebellious leaders threatening the throne. The game is set in the time when Song Dynasty is coming to end. There is a rebellion spearheaded by Gao Qui, the imperial minister. In the game, you are the banished ruler and your objective is to slowly build your own support and stats and to defeat Gao Qui and restore the throne to Hui Zhong. The game starts with you at the lowest totem, you conquer smaller areas, make alliances, fight smaller battles and slowly work to get higher in power and influence. Your right to invade or attack the home of Gao Qui needs to be earned. The rebel leader cannot be hurt till you are strong enough. Bandit Kings of Ancient China is one of KOEI's first to have female characters as generals. The game allows you to gain complete loyalty from generals using brotherhood rituals. Every opponent starts out way more powerful than you and with limited turns to catch up with the opponent the game is very challenging and engaging even for the most experienced players. The game also has a multiplayer option also which make it even more challenging and satisfying to play.

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