Star Wars: Empire at War - Forces of Corruption

The Rise of the Criminal Underworld

This expansion introduces the formidable and ruthless faction known as the Zann Consortium, led by the ambitious criminal mastermind, Tyber Zann. While the base game focused on the struggle between the Galactic Empire and the Rebel Alliance, this content allows players to command a new power dedicated solely to profit, piracy, and galactic domination through illicit means. The atmosphere shifts to one of organized crime operating just beneath the surface of galactic conflict.

What new gameplay mechanics are introduced?

The core RTS mechanics of base building, resource management, and fleet combat remain, but the Zann Consortium brings entirely new strategic layers focused on corruption and subterfuge.

Unique Consortium Tactics

The Zann Consortium utilizes tactics unavailable to the Empire or the Rebels:

• Piracy: Raiding trade routes and resource convoys to steal credits directly from opponents.
• Kidnapping: Targeting enemy heroes or important figures for ransom or strategic advantage.
• Racketeering and Bribery: Manipulating neutral or even enemy-controlled planets to generate income or weaken their defenses without direct military assault.

These mechanics allow players to undermine opponents economically and politically before launching a full-scale invasion.

New Units and Heroes

The expansion features a roster of unique units tailored to the Consortium’s criminal focus. This includes specialized ships designed for raiding, stealth, and overwhelming force when necessary. Furthermore, the introduction of Tyber Zann as a playable hero brings unique abilities to the strategic map and battlefield, reflecting his notoriety as a criminal leader.

How substantial is this expansion content?

This content is considered a substantial addition to the original game, providing a full, alternative campaign experience centered around the Zann Consortium. It is not merely a collection of new units but a complete overhaul of the strategic layer when playing as this faction, offering a distinct path to galactic control that emphasizes covert operations over conventional warfare.

Does this expansion include additional downloadable content?

As of the current date, there are no officially released DLCs or further expansions for this title. The content delivered in this 2006 release represents the complete package for this faction.