Empire: Total War - Elite Units of America
DLC
RELEASED
Dec 7, 2009
LinuxPC (Microsoft Windows)+1byThe Creative Assembly•Sega
Part of: Empire: Total War
Overview:|
This is a downloadable content (DLC) expansion for the grand strategy game Empire: Total War, requiring the base game for access. It enhances the core experience by introducing 15 new elite military units historically tied to the American Revolution, bolstering the American, British, and French factions. These specialized troops are usable in single-player campaigns under specific conditions, as well as in multiplayer and custom battles, adding tactical depth and historical flavor to 18th-century warfare without altering the main game's fundamental mechanics.
This content is a Downloadable Content (DLC) package designed to enhance the grand strategy experience of the base game, Empire: Total War. It requires the original title to be played, as it does not function as a standalone product. Released in late 2009, this package specifically deepens the strategic and tactical options available during the period covering the American Revolutionary War.
What new military units are added by this content?
The primary focus of this DLC is the introduction of 15 new elite units. These specialized military forces are distributed among three key factions featured in the base game: the American, British, and French armies.
Historical Context and Unit Identity
These new units are historically inspired by the soldiers who participated significantly in the conflicts surrounding the Declaration of Independence in the late 18th century. While their military foundations often trace back to European traditions, their inclusion emphasizes the unique courage and audacity displayed by soldiers tied to the destiny of the emerging United States.
How does this DLC integrate with the core gameplay loop?
The integration of these units is designed to be seamless within the existing strategic framework of Empire: Total War. They do not introduce new mechanics or overarching story arcs but rather augment the existing tactical layer of warfare.
Unit Availability Across Game Modes
Once purchased, players can deploy these 15 elite units in several modes:
- Single-Player Campaign: The units become available under specific, historically relevant conditions within the main campaign map progression.
- Battle Modes: They are accessible for use in both multiplayer matches and custom single-player battles when controlling the appropriate faction.
What tactical advantage do these new units provide?
The core enhancement provided by Elite Units of America is the increase in tactical variety and historical flavor on the battlefield. By adding these specialized forces, players gain access to more potent and historically accurate options when composing armies for engagements set during the American theater of the war. This allows for more nuanced army compositions and strategic decision-making compared to relying solely on the standard unit roster.
What platforms support this content?
This downloadable content is compatible with the platforms supported by the base game, including PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, and Mac.
Game Details
Primary Name: Empire: Total War - Elite Units of America
Type: DLC
Part of: Empire: Total War
Developer: The Creative Assembly
Publisher: Sega, Feral Interactive
Release Information
Release Date: Dec 7, 2009
Genres & Themes
Genres: Strategy
Platforms
LinuxPC (Microsoft Windows)Mac
Game Modes
Perspective: Unknown
Player Modes: Single-player
Game Modes: Single player, Multiplayer
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