Large maps complete with neutral settlements and camps that present a threat to all players.

Player controlled heroes that command armies of up to 50 units on their own, providing them with an additional bonus in battle.

Settlements have their own resources they can spend locally or transport elsewhere.

Rituals performed in places of ancient worship that effect the entire world.

Military units have the ability to capture resource caravans, outposts and even entire cities and settlements.

Ships and shipyards providing for sea battles or transport of armies and resources from one shore to another.

Upgrades that increase the might of your armies and the power of your settlements.

A vast array of items that bring specific bonuses to the unit carrying them.

A number of special abilities that give different advantages to the various units.

Integration of character development and major battles.

A single-player campaign featuring the campaign of Hannibal Barca (Sagunto battle, the crossing of the Alps, Cannas battle).

A single-player campaign featuring the development of the Roman Republic during the Punic wars (the invasion of Sicily, the conquest of Hispania, the destruction of Carthage).

Four sides to play with – Roman, Gaul, Carthaginian and Iberians, complete with their own historical buildings and units.

LAN and Internet games with up to 8 players.

GameSpy Arcade support.

Random map generation.

In-game scenario/adventure editor.

Off-line ranking system.