Or if the weather might turn into a sandstorm and actually dry out the patches of mud and turn them into sand, and so on.

'But they're not going to be just stat effects and that sort of thing they're going to actively impact the terrain itself and maybe create more patches of mud and so on.

'You can start with certain parts of the ground being completely dry, but the weather might change to rain, which will bring its own effects,' says Vasilev. Where Pharaoh differs is in the relationship between weather and terrain, both of which are dynamic. Heavier units will tire out faster, and they'll also get bogged down in mud, less able to fight in these unfavourable conditions than their lighter counterparts. With Troy, Creative Assembly Sofia tried to spice up battles by reflecting the weight of armour and introducing special environmental features this is the case in Pharaoh, too. Only Egypt was playable in the preview build, however, where I was able to fight a trio of battles that showcased some significant changes that have been included in the real-time portion of Pharaoh. While the Sea Peoples are an AI-controlled adversary, the Canaanites and Hittites will also be yours to lead-each with two faction leaders, while Egypt boasts four. This also allows the team to represent a variety of historical figures even though the game is focused on a specific era.Įgypt is not the sole playable empire in this conflict. By emulating another historical ruler, you can become a better builder, conqueror, diplomat or a master of economics, with each legacy offering different mechanics-though Creative Assembly Sofia isn't ready to spill the beans on them quite yet. By the late Bronze Age, Egypt already had an illustrious history, which is reflected by legacies that players can select to help reinforce their chosen playstyle.

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