"Rome: Total War" is the third installment in the Total War series created by England's Creative Assembly, and it is also the finest one. The game carries forward the strengths of its predecessors, featuring grand real-time battle scenes, historical authenticity, and meticulous attention to detail that leave a deep impression. "Shogun: Total War" set a good precedent for the series, while "Medieval: Total War" took it further. "Rome: Total War," however, brought about revolutionary improvements. Thanks to the adoption of a brand-new 3D engine, the game can better depict battles involving thousands of soldiers. This improvement is not just about spectacular scenes; it helps "Rome: Total War" become an outstanding epic strategy game.