description Shogun: Total War Overview
Shogun: Total War is a strategy game set during Japan’s Sengoku jidai (15th-17th centuries). Players control a Japanese clan, utilizing turn-based strategic planning alongside real-time tactical battles across a detailed map of the nation. Military, religious, and diplomatic elements influence gameplay, aiming to achieve dominance through conquest.
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info Shogun: Total War Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 2000 |
help Shogun: Total War FAQ
What historical period is Shogun: Total War set in?
The game is set during Japan's Sengoku jidai, a period of civil war spanning from the 15th to the 17th centuries. Players choose a historical Japanese clan vying for control of the nation during this tumultuous era.
How does the combat work in Shogun: Total War?
The gameplay combines turn-based strategic planning on a campaign map with real-time tactical battles. When armies clash, you control formations of samurai and ashigaru units in real-time, utilizing terrain and weather to your advantage.
How do you win a campaign in Shogun: Total War?
To win the grand campaign, you must conquer a specific number of provinces and hold them for a set number of turns. A standard campaign requires capturing 40 provinces and ruling over half of Japan.
Was Shogun: Total War the first game in the Total War series?
Yes, released in 2000, Shogun was the very first entry in the long-running Total War franchise developed by The Creative Assembly. It laid the foundation for the unique blend of map-based strategy and 3D real-time battles.
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