Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns is a Real Time Strategy (RTS) game released in 2001 where you lead the immortal Kohan race, reawakened after cataclysms destroyed their empire. The core loop involves resource management, base building, and tactical combat. Its distinctive feature is deep unit customization; players combine components to create unique, evolving squads rather than mass-producing standard units, heavily influencing battlefield strategy. The goal is to restore your civilization by solving the mystery of its downfall.
This title, released in 2001 for PC (Microsoft Windows) and Linux, is a Real Time Strategy (RTS) game set within a rich fantasy universe. Players assume the role of a Kohan, an immortal being reawakened to a world drastically changed by ancient cataclysms. The core premise revolves around navigating this new reality, confronting the remnants of a once-glorious past, and striving to restore the fallen civilization of the Kohan by uncovering the truth behind their near-extinction. The atmosphere blends high fantasy elements with themes of rediscovery and ancient mystery.
The gameplay centers on traditional RTS elements combined with unique systems that emphasize strategic unit management and resource control. Players must manage various resources necessary for building structures, researching technologies, and raising armies. A key aspect of the strategic depth involves the creation and management of specialized military units.
Unlike many RTS titles where units are static, this game features a system where individual units can be customized and upgraded throughout the campaign or skirmish matches. By combining different types of components—such as weapons, armor, and magical enhancements—players design unique squads tailored to specific battlefield needs. This allows for significant tactical flexibility, as the composition of an army directly reflects the player's strategic choices regarding technology and resource allocation.
The primary distinguishing feature is the deep integration of unit customization directly into the RTS framework. Instead of simply mass-producing standard units, success often hinges on developing specialized, persistent squads whose capabilities evolve over time. Furthermore, the narrative structure ties the player's actions directly to the overarching mystery of the Kohan race, providing a strong narrative drive behind the strategic objectives.
The setting, defined by the ruins of a fallen empire and the presence of immortal protagonists, directly influences gameplay pacing and strategic goals. Recovering lost technologies and securing ancient sites often becomes as crucial as direct military confrontation, encouraging exploration and careful territorial expansion alongside standard base building and combat.
This main game features one official expansion pack, adding further depth to the established mechanics and world lore. There are no known remakes or remasters currently available for this title.