: In the original game and Definitive Edition , you can customize the appearance of your Home City as you level up, adding decorative elements and changing its look. 🛡️ Other Notable Features

: The game emphasizes 18th and 19th-century warfare, featuring advanced artillery and rifle infantry.

: Deciding when to use a shipment is crucial; for example, saving a military shipment to repel a surprise attack.

Unlike other games in the series, you manage a persistent "Home City" that supports your colony on the map. As you perform actions like training units or building structures, you earn . Once you reach a certain threshold, you gain "shipments" that you can call in from your mother country. ⚓ Key Mechanics of the Home City

: Upon reaching the final age, some civilizations can choose to revolt , turning all villagers into military units for a high-risk, high-reward final push.

One of the most defining features of is the Home City and Shipment system .

: You build a deck of cards before the game starts, allowing you to tailor your strategy—such as focusing on economy, military reinforcements, or advanced technology.