I never played the original but I quickly got into this game. Its an rts Good battle scenes, I dont think the graphics are up to par, but there is good building effects and when damage is done to them. You do your battles then return to a map that kinda has a risk game feel, after every battle you gain points to upgrade your previous conquered cities, upgrade your army & building aswell as your hero's that fight with you. From other reviews it seems very close to the original so if you liked the original Im sure ull really enjoy the 2nd.
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