CG: "In the end, what we have here is probably the best Total War in terms of concept, but with a launch shadowed by a multitude of technical issues and the fact that it didn"t have a multiplayer campaign. When it comes to volume, the game is gargantuan and capable of keeping someone hooked for years in endless battles, be they single or multiplayer.

And as we know Creative Assembly, in two months we"ll probably have the best Total War game and one of the best tactics and strategy games ever produced."

Pros

+ Unit diversity
+ Naval battles
+ Graphics and sound
+ Intuitive interface
+ The historical details

Cons

- Technical problems
- AI inconsistentcy and the pathfinding
- Multiplayer still lacking