turn-based strategy video game
Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI
By Koei, released 1 Jan 2006
- Microsoft Windows
- Wii
- grand strategy wargame
- strategy video game
What it is
Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit is an expanded version of the eleventh game in Koei’s strategy series. Its battles are presented in 3D, while play moves between developing cities in Administration and using strategies and traps in Battle. Duels are also represented as fast-paced 3D challenges. The Power Up Kit adds scenarios and events, a Final Battle mode, an Absorb/Merge system, a Research skills system, and an Officer/Base editor. Set around the major battles of Chinese history, it offers a single-player strategy experience with Steam Cloud and Family Sharing. The Steam release launched in 2018 for Windows; listed platforms also include Wii. One notable limitation: DLC is not supported for this product.
What players like, and what they don't
- City development in Administration
- Strategy and traps in Battle
- Power Up Kit adds scenarios and events
- Includes Officer/Base editor
- DLC is not supported
- Steam release is Windows-only
Who it suits
This entry suits players interested in city development and tactical battles in a historical strategy game. The added editor and systems may interest players who want more tools and scenarios within the Power Up Kit edition.
The Power Up Kit edition combines city management with tactical battles and adds several systems, scenarios and an editor. Players should note that this product does not support DLC.
