Strategy · 2003
Rise of Nations
Combining the deep tactical elements of turn-based strategy games with the rapid gameplay of real-time strategy, Rise of Nations puts you in command of one of 18 civilizations over the course of thousands of years of…
Key facts
- Released
- 20 May 2003
- Genre
- Strategy
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC
- Studio
- Big Huge Games
- Publisher
- Microsoft Game Studios
- Critics
- Critics 92/100
Where to buy
Why play it
- Critics 92/100 — they loved it
- A 2003 classic that aged well
- "Brainy" vibe
Frequently asked questions
Can you play Rise of Nations with friends?
No, Rise of Nations is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Rise of Nations on?
Rise of Nations is available on PC.
Is Rise of Nations a good game?
Critics give it Critics 92/100.
What games are like Rise of Nations?
In the same spirit: Rise of Nations: Rise of Legends, Crusader Kings III and Europa Universalis II.



