Napoleon: Total War

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  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Feb 23, 2010
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 623 Ratings

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  1. roberts
    Mar 21, 2010
    7
    I love the graphics, the batlles and overall play of the game. I think the AI is a little better and a little more agressive which make the real time battles more fun to play. My disappointment comes when I go from the strategy turn based part of the game to the real time battles. there is a glitch where the game runs intermittent while loading the battle. It can take 5-10 minutes to load I love the graphics, the batlles and overall play of the game. I think the AI is a little better and a little more agressive which make the real time battles more fun to play. My disappointment comes when I go from the strategy turn based part of the game to the real time battles. there is a glitch where the game runs intermittent while loading the battle. It can take 5-10 minutes to load up a battle on my computer. My computer is a brand new Alienware aurora with upgraded graphics. It's definitely not a slow or under powered computer. I think it's a game flaw. It will also freeze up every now when going to a real time battle. Other than that the gameplay is great and smooth at full graphics. The other thing I like is the time frame for each turn, two weeks. It's great and much more realistic than previous total war games. That adds so much to the game for me and the reason I rate the game higher than I would with my loading problem. If it weren't for the battle loading problem I would give this game a 9....… Expand
  2. DavTov2000
    Feb 15, 2011
    8
    I have had all the Total War games since the first "Shogun T.W." and I have loved every single one. I like "Empire T.W." very very much, despite some really poor teething troubles. "Napoleon T.W." is, for me, the very best yet. Again, it had teething troubles and I had some fiddling to do to get it to play reliably and stable. I love the game, I love the graphics, the battles are theI have had all the Total War games since the first "Shogun T.W." and I have loved every single one. I like "Empire T.W." very very much, despite some really poor teething troubles. "Napoleon T.W." is, for me, the very best yet. Again, it had teething troubles and I had some fiddling to do to get it to play reliably and stable. I love the game, I love the graphics, the battles are the best yet and I like the slight de-emphasis on economics and diplomacy. I think that "Napoleon T.W." is the best mix of reasonably engaging strategy and good, long, battles up to now. I regret its a-historicality, but I still think it is the best of the series.… Expand
  3. Mikem
    Mar 20, 2010
    7
    The strength of total war games has always been the mods to fill in the flush out the game. It feels like the developers are trying to LIMIT modding instead of encourage it, because they think that will promote more sales from it's base, instead of players replaying Rome or Europe mods. The result is a limited game, with a limited campaign with no room for improvement. I read forums The strength of total war games has always been the mods to fill in the flush out the game. It feels like the developers are trying to LIMIT modding instead of encourage it, because they think that will promote more sales from it's base, instead of players replaying Rome or Europe mods. The result is a limited game, with a limited campaign with no room for improvement. I read forums which said the game is better then empire, but now I'm disillusioned with the whole franchise. I'm going to start looking elsewhere for strategy games in general, and stop buying Total War games because they say total war.… Expand
  4. mars84
    May 16, 2012
    9
    My first experience of the Total War franchise and a very enjoyable one at that. The only aspect that I didn't get into was the naval combat, but that was more due to a lack of trying on my part. Kudos for the developer for attempting to simulate the intricacies of ship to ship combat in the Napoleonic era, but my enjoyment came through cavalry maneuvers and watching canon balls bouncingMy first experience of the Total War franchise and a very enjoyable one at that. The only aspect that I didn't get into was the naval combat, but that was more due to a lack of trying on my part. Kudos for the developer for attempting to simulate the intricacies of ship to ship combat in the Napoleonic era, but my enjoyment came through cavalry maneuvers and watching canon balls bouncing through infantry formations… Expand
  5. RDonnell
    May 26, 2012
    8
    This is an impressive game and since the recent graphics feature removal from thier Shogun 2 games is now makes Napoelon Totalwar thier best looking game! If anyone wants gunpowder love i would highly suggest you buy this game over the Fall of the samurai or shogun 2 as there is less cheating and it simply looks and sounds better!
  6. Jay8329
    Sep 17, 2013
    10
    This game was pretty good on launch and definitely a lot better than Empire Total War was. I really enjoyed this game. A lot of new units with the new feature where units automatically gain back their losses through replacements when in friendly territory was a definite plus. It cut out the micro management of having to select all units in a stack and click the replenishment plus buttonThis game was pretty good on launch and definitely a lot better than Empire Total War was. I really enjoyed this game. A lot of new units with the new feature where units automatically gain back their losses through replacements when in friendly territory was a definite plus. It cut out the micro management of having to select all units in a stack and click the replenishment plus button or actually moving them back to a city to retrain them like in older titles. Plenty of good things to say about vanilla Napoleon Total War, but I can not leave out the modders who have done an outstanding job of providing endless replay ability with new mods still coming out today. This is a win win for any total war fan, so definitely pick up this copy and enjoy for yrs to come.… Expand
  7. Alchemik
    Apr 25, 2013
    9
    A bit too limited game (then it goes war theater), but with gameplay much more polished and smooth than in Empire. Both strategic aspect and both standard and marine battles are definitely better than in previous game, as well are the graphics in all those.

    The scale is somewhat disappointing, without colonial aspect of war or playable muslim factions in main campaing, but the graphics    A bit too limited game (then it goes war theater), but with gameplay much more polished and smooth than in Empire. Both strategic aspect and both standard and marine battles are definitely better than in previous game, as well are the graphics in all those.

    The scale is somewhat disappointing, without colonial aspect of war or playable muslim factions in main campaing, but the graphics and core game mechanics really make up for highly enjoyable experience, even if it offers less content that Empire.    … Expand
  8. Akievel
    Jun 21, 2013
    8
    I like this game because it had a more, Modern setting, but it was kind of historically inaccurate.
    What I didn't like was the limited campaign choice, There was only Austria, Russia, Great Britan, and Prussia. Also including France. Also It didn't cover India or The Americas, But it was AWESOME! Great gaming experience, this would be for people who started Total War with Empire, And want    I like this game because it had a more, Modern setting, but it was kind of historically inaccurate.
    What I didn't like was the limited campaign choice, There was only Austria, Russia, Great Britan, and Prussia. Also including France. Also It didn't cover India or The Americas, But it was AWESOME! Great gaming experience, this would be for people who started Total War with Empire, And want an advanced and modern experience and setting.    … Expand
  9. sathya1891995
    Aug 5, 2013
    10
    if u want to play this game at high performance u need a heavy processor and graphics card.who wants pure war and battle chose this one but the demerit is u must download this game from steam when u have cd's if u have slow internet connection u will be disappointed to download this game.u have high-speed internet connection my suggestion is this one because u have to download nearly 12gb
  10. iamymr
    Sep 7, 2013
    10
    Full disclosure:

    I've had his game for like 9 months and only have played maybe 20 minutes of it because there was a bug with some DLC packs not registering. Out of spite for Rome 2, I booted it up and played the Battle Tutorial and the Naval tutorial. I had more fun with these than I did in all 31 hours I had with Rome 2. I even lost my ship in the Naval tutorial, and I ain't    Full disclosure:

    I've had his game for like 9 months and only have played maybe 20 minutes of it because there was a bug with some DLC packs not registering.

    Out of spite for Rome 2, I booted it up and played the Battle Tutorial and the Naval tutorial.

    I had more fun with these than I did in all 31 hours I had with Rome 2.

    I even lost my ship in the Naval tutorial, and I ain't even mad.

    There was a minor bug with the camera "WS, AD" movement, but it fixed itself after I clicked the unit card. I am off to play both this and Fall of the Samurai.     … Expand
  11. tbird1979
    Sep 7, 2013
    8
    In my opinion, I would say that this is probably the best of the Total War series. I know that some people will prefer the themes and styles at work in Shogun 2 or the first Rome game (great games, both of them); however, I just don't think that there's another real-time strategy game out there that has come close to bringing it all together so nicely.

    It's a very polished package and    In my opinion, I would say that this is probably the best of the Total War series. I know that some people will prefer the themes and styles at work in Shogun 2 or the first Rome game (great games, both of them); however, I just don't think that there's another real-time strategy game out there that has come close to bringing it all together so nicely.

    It's a very polished package and works as a standalone in its own right, although those seeking absolutely immense depth may be happier with Empire. This game may not be the 'marianas trench' of deep games, but it's certainly not the kids' paddling pool at your local swimming baths either.

    The user interface is really tight. It stays straightforward and swift to navigate, whilst still retaining detail and an ornamental appearance for you to feast your eyes upon.

    Battles are exciting and fun to be involved in. With the addition of artillery in the Napoleonic setting, battles really become vast stages on which the drama of your campaign unfolds. When your cannon blunt the opposing cavalry charge and the enemy infantry starts to falter as you send in your troops with bayonets fixed, you get a great feeling of accomplishment and exhilaration.

    In honesty, the game does have some well documented glitches, which have caused frustration for me in the past; in particular, a random buzzing and hissing noise which sometimes makes itself known on the campaign map, until you click elsewhere and then it vanishes, mysteriously. Add to this some questionable artificial intelligence and (unfortunately) I feel the game cannot quite warrant a score of 9 out of 10, which would be nearly perfection.

    BUT (and this is a BIG but), unlike the problems that beset the most recent release (Rome 2 2013) from the Creative Assembly, that's all these problems are and all they remain; just glitches. They are not cavernous flaws and glaring omissions from the core of the game that have you reaching for the reset button. On the contrary, it's a mark of how compelling the gameplay is that you press on in spite of the glitches, determined as you are to finally win a titanic struggle with the enemy for their capital city.

    Last, but not least, no other Total War game has ever made battles at sea feel quite so 'right'. The arcade-like appeal and usability of Sid Meier's 'Pirates' meets the authenticity and tactical feeling of 'Fleet Command'. And it works like a charm. I mean, Shogun 2 does a decent job of sea battles, but pfftt....seriously? Bows and arrows? Give me a full broadside, by jove and damn your eyes, man! Sit back and watch in glee as your enemy's flagship catches fire, starts to sink and then detonates with a huge explosion...muwaa hahaha!

    So why carp about the flaws? Why focus on the minor irritations? Why worry about these things, when sitting in front of you is a great looking, great playing, great sounding and great value game, with oodles of replayability value. Go out and buy it, and confound the knavish tricks of the French The King commands it!    … Expand
  12. Mountain
    Sep 14, 2013
    9
    Very accurate for what it is. Generals are very important and have their own styles. Looks like a sequel to Empire Total War but that's an illusion. Used some of my tried and true tactics from Empire Total War and watched my soldiers get cut down. In battle the army with the better general deploys second. One of my favorite features. It is simple but very effective. Music is fromVery accurate for what it is. Generals are very important and have their own styles. Looks like a sequel to Empire Total War but that's an illusion. Used some of my tried and true tactics from Empire Total War and watched my soldiers get cut down. In battle the army with the better general deploys second. One of my favorite features. It is simple but very effective. Music is from the early 19th century and is almost all on piano.… Expand
  13. Zbigniew?
    Mar 21, 2010
    8
    Very good and enjoyable strategy game. I was very critical of Empire, but Napoleon is a vast improvement and plays great. So why not a 10? The AI still struggles a bit, siege battles have not been improved. and only one theatre (Europe). The biggest flaw is 5 playable factions only (rest have to be unlocked with mods, which is tedious) - and it seems like a very easy feature to implement, Very good and enjoyable strategy game. I was very critical of Empire, but Napoleon is a vast improvement and plays great. So why not a 10? The AI still struggles a bit, siege battles have not been improved. and only one theatre (Europe). The biggest flaw is 5 playable factions only (rest have to be unlocked with mods, which is tedious) - and it seems like a very easy feature to implement, hope CA does this.… Expand
  14. robbo
    Aug 14, 2010
    9
    An awesome game and a stellar achievement. The most impressive feature is how gorgeous Napoleon is yet how smooth is plays; not only the best looking RTS around, but one of the best looking games out period. I literally smacked my gob when playing on a snow covered tundra, and spent the better part of the match simply taking in the sights.

    Easily my favourite Total War game ever, with    An awesome game and a stellar achievement. The most impressive feature is how gorgeous Napoleon is yet how smooth is plays; not only the best looking RTS around, but one of the best looking games out period. I literally smacked my gob when playing on a snow covered tundra, and spent the better part of the match simply taking in the sights.

    Easily my favourite Total War game ever, with huge improvements over Empire. If you wanted a more cohesive and better constructed experience when playing Empire, then Napoleon is for you. A far more polished and well crafted product.    … Expand
  15. jamesdules50
    Aug 26, 2010
    8
    the game has a lot of improvement since empire but i felt it that even with these improvements that empire total war was significantly better on the fact that the campaign was so much more extensive nonetheless i feel it is a considerable contribution to the total war series. the biggest leap total war has taken was that of medieval 2 to empire and i wish to see more gigantic leaps likethe game has a lot of improvement since empire but i felt it that even with these improvements that empire total war was significantly better on the fact that the campaign was so much more extensive nonetheless i feel it is a considerable contribution to the total war series. the biggest leap total war has taken was that of medieval 2 to empire and i wish to see more gigantic leaps like that in the future. no matter what happens though i will definitely forever be a fan of the total war franchise because they in my opinion are the only true strategy game in the world and i do not say those word lightly… Expand
  16. Blackwolf
    Jul 25, 2011
    10
    Amazing game! This totally got me rethinking strategy. Sure it is really just a runoff of Empire: Total War but it is actually really good. I hate Empire: Total War but Napoleon: Total War. AWESOME!!!!!
    Out of all of the Total War games, Napoleon has great graphics (The only TW game that I think exceeds NTW is Total War: SHOGUN 2), it has great battles, awesome campaign (May be a bit    Amazing game! This totally got me rethinking strategy. Sure it is really just a runoff of Empire: Total War but it is actually really good. I hate Empire: Total War but Napoleon: Total War. AWESOME!!!!!
    Out of all of the Total War games, Napoleon has great graphics (The only TW game that I think exceeds NTW is Total War: SHOGUN 2), it has great battles, awesome campaign (May be a bit challenging for France), and more! Rome: Total War is the only game that is able to compete with Napoleon: Total War.
    I most definitely recommend this game to everyone! Have fun! And Vive le France!!!!    … Expand
  17. RangerGxi
    May 10, 2012
    7
    This game has the greatest campaign of all the Total war series but it's actual meat which is the battle's is lacking. The Multiplayer is crap unless you play with trusted friends who play honestly and don't abuse the game. The game's multiplayer is EASY to abuse and camp. The historical battles are epic and the story mode campaign was amazing. From Napoleons campaign in Italy, Egypt andThis game has the greatest campaign of all the Total war series but it's actual meat which is the battle's is lacking. The Multiplayer is crap unless you play with trusted friends who play honestly and don't abuse the game. The game's multiplayer is EASY to abuse and camp. The historical battles are epic and the story mode campaign was amazing. From Napoleons campaign in Italy, Egypt and Conquest of Europe this game gives us a great drive to accomplish what Napoleon did. The campaign map introduces winter/desert attrition and tactical terrain. Campaign, 5/5, Battles 2.5/5… Expand
  18. Hurzdligh
    Sep 4, 2012
    7
    I believe that this game delivers what it intends to. I love the tota-war franchise and the gameplay style. The Napoleon theme also enriches the game a lot. Would give it more if not for the lack of improvements from Empire. Also some buggy features, overall a good game. Buy it if you find it at a decent price. The development team needs your support, not fanboysm. Not a full price.
  19. MeritCoba
    Oct 14, 2014
    5
    Napoleon: Total War is part of a series of war simulations that never quite gets it right. At best it is a passable game that might be interesting for a fortnight, but it never really captures the essence of warfare of the period it pretends to portray. But what is even more.. it tends to become boring pretty fast.
    The game is a watered down version of civilization in which battles are    Napoleon: Total War is part of a series of war simulations that never quite gets it right. At best it is a passable game that might be interesting for a fortnight, but it never really captures the essence of warfare of the period it pretends to portray. But what is even more.. it tends to become boring pretty fast.
    The game is a watered down version of civilization in which battles are conducted using a real time strategy (hah!) engine. There are a few Napoleonic features that should give us an impression of warfare from that period. So we have infantry, cavalry, and artillery. Each neatly divided into heavy, medium and light. Heavy to provide the punch, medium to provide the backbone of the army and light to provide easy maneuverability. Infantry was equipped with muskets and bayonets, cavalry with swords, pistols, lances and short ranged muskets, artillery with guns and howitzers.
    All of this is done with nice looking models so there is no complaint from me there.
    What I do complain about is the implementation.
    The game completely misrepresent warfare of that period because it just generates troops as if they are part of a twentieth century production line. An army, and certainly the Grand Army that was commanded by Napoleon, was a carefully husbanded tool of power. The performance of this army, which out performed most other armies of the time, was a combination of revolutionary spirit, corps the esprit, tactical and strategical genius, and careful planning.
    Instead the game defaults to a: generate troops and throw them against your enemy in batches of twenty, as twenty is the maximum amount of units that you can field in a battle. Eventually you will be able to create crack armies out of thin air by having a few cities produce them from scratch.
    Like really?
    The game doesn't really bother with things like supply lines, which at that time had a crucial impact on the deployment of armies. We are speaking about time that armies started to become so big that they could no longer live from the land. Sometimes they could for a short while: the Grand Army of Napoleon deliberately abandoned their supply lines in 1805 to fool their enemies.
    Napoleon was often facing superior numbers which he dealt with by using speed and maneuverability. He utilized the corps as unit, basically a small self contained army, which would march along a separate route from the other corps and was to meet other corps at a certain point to combine into an army and attack the enemy.
    Nothing of this you can find in this game. You could easily march your armies back and forth through Europe without suffering too much for it.
    In essence on this strategic level the game has nothing Napoleonic. It could be Rome: Total War, Shogun: Total War or Alexander: Total War, Word War 1 : Total War or Korea: Total War..Just change the graphics accordingly.

    So is there anything Napoleonic on the tactical level?
    What there is, is not much and it is half implemented. For instance.. your infantry can assume a square formation. This was a tactic used against cavalry. In this game you have to order them.. the AI never assumes square formation, not even when directly threatened by cavalry. In fact... ai led infantry just assumes a line formation and fires at your cavalry even when attacked from the rear.
    Column to line and vice verse tactics do not exist. For those who are not in the know: column was used to move faster and to deliver close assault. Line tactics were used to maximize fire power. Oh you could click on the button to change decrease and increase your ranks.. but really.. that is not how it should be.
    Skirmish infantry doesn't work properly. Skirmish infantry was used to screen units from attack and to harass the enemy or provoke him into an unwise attack. The essential element is that the skirmish unit would fall back when attacked.. which in this game can only be achieved by having them turn their backs towards their attackers and march them away.. Skirmish units were trained in backing up.
    Line units lack skirmish units. In reality french units had an integral skirmish unit. Nothing like that exists in this game.
    Artillery units when attacked, usually took shelter inside squares.. nothing like that happens in the game.
    And I could add more.

    Napoleon: Total War has nothing to do with Napoleonic warfare, it is the same old game Total War game fitted in a new outfit. If you liked Rome :Total War.. you might like this.. it is just the same game. If you want something that represents the time better.. look elsewhere.. or read a book.    … Expand
  20. Smelliestelm
    Feb 9, 2014
    10
    This game is Empire total war on cocaine. They pretty much took that game and made it a lot better

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  21. maor4774
    Jan 22, 2014
    8
    as a big total war fan i have to say, this is not like the rest of the total war games, because not like other total war games this game dont have big campaign, but insted it focused on the personal story of [what a suprise] napoleon, so if you looking mostly for a good campaign, you may not find it here. however when it come to the actuall battles then NTW is one of the best, even so alotas a big total war fan i have to say, this is not like the rest of the total war games, because not like other total war games this game dont have big campaign, but insted it focused on the personal story of [what a suprise] napoleon, so if you looking mostly for a good campaign, you may not find it here. however when it come to the actuall battles then NTW is one of the best, even so alot of people say it just like empire they are wrong cuse when it come to battles napoleon is a much biger improvment, if you are total war fans you may not like it so thinck before you buy it.… Expand
  22. Tilt1k
    Feb 5, 2019
    7
    The smallest map and total war of them all. Its all round Napoleon and his campaigns which is not much. What this game offers and its unique in is naval combat and combat improvement adter Empire overall. Best naval combat in the series. Worth playing.
  23. Estus
    Apr 21, 2013
    10
    This in my opinion is the best of all games in the Total War Do not have a variety of units as large as those of Rome and Empire, yet it has very different variations. The combat animations are excellent and exciting during a fight you feel inside the scenario, the action, the bangs, the shots, it's just exciting, not to mention the presence of epic Napoleon Bonaparte.
  24. almg
    Feb 10, 2011
    10
    I love strategy games and history: that it is excellent.
    More Total War Center still allows for improvement ...

    Finally, Napoleon I has an important place in the history of France.

    Why not then make a medieval Total War III now?

    Thank you for those who love the Middle Ages...
  25. eyeball002
    Mar 31, 2013
    8
    Napoleon Total War is good game, that's for sure. Graphically, game is superb. Explosions are beautiful and soldiers are fairly detailed (at least better than how Empire total war was), but that means you won't be able to see what Napoleon total war has to offer if your PC is not good, so keep that in mind. Napoleon total war is pretty similar to its predecessor Empire total war, butNapoleon Total War is good game, that's for sure. Graphically, game is superb. Explosions are beautiful and soldiers are fairly detailed (at least better than how Empire total war was), but that means you won't be able to see what Napoleon total war has to offer if your PC is not good, so keep that in mind. Napoleon total war is pretty similar to its predecessor Empire total war, but adding more features into game, such as cold/heat attrition makes invasion more challenging and stronger rebel forces requires you to put more attention toward town management. Also, this game have overall better multiplayer experience than its predecessor. However, game's scope is only limited to Europe; don't get me wrong since it is still wide, but it feels narrow because its predecessor had very large scope, stretching from America to India. Also, game is very heavily focused in five factions Britain, France, Austria, Prussia and Russia. Each have unique tactic and unique units, but when it comes to more "minor" faction, such as Portugal, Spain, Denmark and Sweden, it is very lacking. First, you can't play them in campaign, and second, their units are standard. I hope there were more depth into each factions, not for all but at least faction you can play in custom battle. Although it is better than Empire total war since it had exactly same looking unit with just minor differences in stats. However, this game is more fast paced for better multiplay experience, so line infantry and cannons in this game have phenomenal reloading speed. It's minor issue if you just want to enjoy the game, but hardcore historians may feel offended by this. So, game is pretty good, but I can't help but feel this game is standalone expansion pack of Empire total war. If you are more singleplayer-centric gamer, you may want to pass this one since it's not that different from Empire total war. However, if you just want to break free from bugs of Empire total war, want to pursue Napoleon's ambition, or just want to jump into wonders of total war franchise, this is game for you.… Expand
  26. EricB
    Feb 23, 2010
    10
    Great game with great improvements from Empire. It may not be Medieval 2 to Empire, but it does it's job at glorying the life of Napoleon, and taking away countless hours. Any Total War veterans (like me), you wont be astonished, but you will enjoy it. Anyone new to the series, buy this game immediately.
  27. vicente
    May 25, 2012
    4
    Well, CA, was wrong when making Nappy a full game. This game excels barely on single player. On to graphics, the effects and terrain actually look better, but the models don't really look good as expected, the soldiers look "shiny", and their faces seem all the same, just with different mustaches and beards. The campaign drop-in battle addition is actually pretty cool and interesting,Well, CA, was wrong when making Nappy a full game. This game excels barely on single player. On to graphics, the effects and terrain actually look better, but the models don't really look good as expected, the soldiers look "shiny", and their faces seem all the same, just with different mustaches and beards. The campaign drop-in battle addition is actually pretty cool and interesting, though there's really something; CA forgot to improve the A.I. It's dumbed out as Empire's. The campaign is still fun, but when fighting in real-time battles with A.I., it's not really fun. Napoleon is basically Empire, with fewer factions and a new title screen. This game only excels in multiplayer. There's no dumb A.I. that puts its cannons behind hills, or any exploitable stupid act they perform. If you're that guy that doesn't play singleplayer (specifically, the campaign) at all (like the Prince of Macedon), this game may suit you. Although, beware of noob players.… Expand
  28. SteveM
    Feb 25, 2010
    1
    It's still the same broken game as before. They didn't fix anything. They just removed the features that didn't work. Diplomacy didn't work so they took out most of the factions and made it France vs everyone else. The AI couldn't figure out the whole naval thing so they took most of that out of the game too. The battle AI still sucks. This is the EXACT same It's still the same broken game as before. They didn't fix anything. They just removed the features that didn't work. Diplomacy didn't work so they took out most of the factions and made it France vs everyone else. The AI couldn't figure out the whole naval thing so they took most of that out of the game too. The battle AI still sucks. This is the EXACT same garbage as E:TW was. Don't fall for it like I did.… Expand
  29. VeterenGamerUK7
    May 24, 2011
    9
    This is an excellent game and very addictive; i have owned all the previous versions on the "total war" franchise and this is my favourite bar Rome total war.
    Of course things could be better such as the AI but this are minor niggles, well done the Creative Assembly!
    Only gripe is the Multiplayer because of the poor lobby and the cheaters. There should be an anit cheat software protection    This is an excellent game and very addictive; i have owned all the previous versions on the "total war" franchise and this is my favourite bar Rome total war.
    Of course things could be better such as the AI but this are minor niggles, well done the Creative Assembly!
    Only gripe is the Multiplayer because of the poor lobby and the cheaters. There should be an anit cheat software protection of some kind!

    9/10    … Expand
  30. Orctownorc
    Aug 24, 2013
    7
    Creative Assembly are a wierd mob. Their games definitely LOOK great. The loading screens are PERFECT, the music is great, the campaign maps are BEAUTIFUL. In battles the units look and sound terrific. All the eye-candy is there. But the gameplay? It's INCREDIBLY BLAND. And as many, users note time and time again. the unit AI in battles and the campaign AI in general looks and plays likeCreative Assembly are a wierd mob. Their games definitely LOOK great. The loading screens are PERFECT, the music is great, the campaign maps are BEAUTIFUL. In battles the units look and sound terrific. All the eye-candy is there. But the gameplay? It's INCREDIBLY BLAND. And as many, users note time and time again. the unit AI in battles and the campaign AI in general looks and plays like bad computer coding. The games never feel as good as you imagine they should feel from looking at them. I think the naval battles in this game, as a separate component, are the only truly sound part of the design. Everything else looks great but plays MEH! It was also very rude of CA to spurn the Darth MOD dude, because his hard work was actually pointing the way to make a better game. IF CA don't change their designers and find a team capable of improving their campaigns, or at least start borrowing liberally from the ideas of Paradox Interactive we are doomed to see ever new ever prettier but ever hollow shells of good games. For the long of God CA, please get over the graphics and get the gameplay right for a change!

    THE GROT REVIEW CRITERIA: After a long time writing reviews like an anus, think its time to set a few bad habits straight: Stop insulting designers. Show some respect for the design process and getting games in circulation. Hence (1) No Red scores. (2) Game scores as follows: Bad Game 5/10. Poor Game 6/10. Mediocre Game: 7/10. Good Game 8/10. Great game 9/10. Stella Game 10/10. To get 10/10 it must be a game that can be (theoretically) play-able for 1000+ hours. Not only great but near endless fun. Games may be bad or poor but making them should earn respect. Thus even the worst POS will still be a 5/10. 0/10 no longer exists in my vocabulary. Yellow is the new red. For the sake of accountability: you can reply if needed: Orctowngrot: Tim Rawlins: timtimjp@yahoo.com    … Expand
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#36 Best PC Game of 2010
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#35 Most Discussed PC Game of 2010
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#30 Most Shared PC Game of 2010

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 56 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 49 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 56
  3. Negative: 1 out of 56
  1. Meristation
    85
    Napoleon Total War is a great RTS game, an incredible homage to the real french emperor. With great gameplay, and several game modes for single player and multiplayer, it's a great addition to the series. But it relies heavily on the basics of Empire Total War, so it feels a bit held back due to the lack of real improvements.
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  2. PC Gamer UK
    82
    Not brave or bright enough to wow Total War veterans, but the battles and improved multiplayer save the day. [Mar 2010, p.80]
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  3. IGN
    89
    Napoleon is an enjoyable addition to the Total War franchise but it's not as a big a game changer as previous sequels. While Napoleon and his armies were probably every bit as terrifying as Mongols, Vikings or Barbarians, the scope of this sequel is a bit more limited.
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