Dynasty Warriors: StrikeForce 2 vs Rise of Nations
Dynasty Warriors: StrikeForce 2
Dynasty Warriors: StrikeForce 2 is a unique new game that uses the 3 main families from the previous titles, but it has its own stand alone story. No longer the battle for China now it is a battle for the future of the world as a crazed warlord tries to make his own version of the perfect earth. Now you must use your skills to battle for honour and the fate of everything you know. Smash your way through your enemies and take on the enemy generals in an all new edition to this stunning franchis.Once more you can increase your character's power by awakening them, and now you can also empower your weapons too. With over 200 item combinations for your characters and the ability to move a character across from the first game you have a lot of options here. This is a really nice addition to the series and the unique story really gives you something great to play.
Rise of Nations
Rise of Nations is one of the most iconic yet somewhat underrated, completely unique real-time strategy game that is possibly inspired by games like Risk. Unlike most games where you simply build bases, amass armies and send them to destroy your opponents, Rise of Nations has more of a diplomatic and governing aspect that allows you to forge alliances and break them, as well as a series of Wonders of the World which, when built, will grant your nation unique bonuses. Aside from a ton of maps, the game also has a comparably wide variety of nations, each with their own special abilities and special military units, for you to play as.Although the gameplay in each individual battles are set in real time, the gameplay for the world map view is turn-based, supplemented with ability cards. There are also valuable resources that you can capture to give your nation certain perks. Best of all, you can immerse yourself in historical battles via the game's campaign which consisted of multiple scenarios or you can test your mettle by playing the game via its online multiplayer mode.
Rise of Nations is one of the best classic strategy games that definitely had managed to not only withstand the test of time but also thrive, somewhat, in today's day and age. If you're a fan of nation-building, this is a game you should most certainly play.