This strategy RPG is the most detailed & realistic medieval combat model ever created In these epic encounters players must lead armies through the greatest of medieval wars & make history live again Famous figures like The Black Prince Joan of Arc & Henry V all take their turn in this epic conflict deploying new weapons & battle tactics that finally left England as an island nation HISTORY Great Battles Medieval is the second title in the highly successful Great Battles series which saw its first appearance with the release of HISTORY Great Battles of Rome HISTORY Great Battles Medieval is based on the historical events of the Hundred Years War the most famous conflict of medieval times fought between France & England that shaped the future of both countries for centuries to follow It features Slitherine's cutting edge graphic engine & a brand new game play system that allows players to be in complete control of massive armies From the thunderous charge of the knights to the men-at-arms fighting for their lives in h&-to-hand combat the game will recreate the epic feel of medieval battles featuring thousands of characters simultaneously Licensed & TV supported by History one of the best known brands for factual historical programming As the English you will fight under the Black Prince Henry V & other heroic characters from history & as the French you fight for Joan of Arc & the King 70 Medieval battles including 26 historical encounters from the Hundred Years war 1337-1453 Command more than 20 different units all accurately researched & carefully modelled in amazing detail Customise your squads of archers cavalry knights etc with over 100 unique fighting combat & weapon skills Free form quest maps that allow players to decide when & where to fight within an historical framework Innovative Battle Card system that gives realistic bonuses & penalties in battle Multiplayer join a game or host your own in 2 player head to head Great modding & scripting support in Great Battles Medieval You can create new campaigns new scenarios & even edit unit data Extensive added historical documentary clips from the library of HISTORY TV channel