Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES for Windows

Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES brings grand strategy to an expansive Bronze-Age world, expanding both map and ambition. Players now command a 1.8× larger campaign spanning Egypt, the Aegean, and Mesopotamia. With four new major and 25 minor factions, each featuring unique units and cultural traits, the game offers a more diverse and strategically rich historical experience.

The Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES update introduces the Dynasty system, where succession, lineage, and political intrigue shape empires. Enhanced by sea lanes, over 150 reworked units, and a Lethality mechanic, it deepens strategic gameplay across an expanded Bronze-Age battlefield.

Lineage, legacy, and lethal battles

Campaign real estate nearly doubles, with 168 new settlements and historical landmarks to explore. The introduction of Babylon, Assyria, Mycenae, and Troy, each boasting unique leaders, mechanics, and armies, adds depth and replayability. A wide array of minor factions creates shifting dynamics, offering unexpected allies and threats. These elements combine to deliver a rich, unpredictable sandbox experience that feels fresh with every campaign.

The Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES feature revives political intrigue through lineage management, dynastic marriages, and internal power struggles, adding depth to long-term planning. Each decision influences succession and stability, making every turn matter. Combined with the Lethality system, where units can deliver instant kills, battles gain heightened drama. These mechanics bring both the campaign map and battlefield to life with added tension and complexity.

While these additions enrich the experience, changing core systems means existing campaign progress and previously compatible mods no longer carry over. Some unit balance issues remain, with certain factions feeling more refined than others. Veteran players may also notice a lack of deeper unit variety. Still, this overhaul revitalizes Total War, offering a more focused and ambitious take on its historical setting.

A complete campaign redefined

Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES turns one of the most divisive entries in the series into a compelling grand strategy. With its expanded map, faction diversity, and intricate Dynasty and Lethality systems, it offers new tactical depth and campaign longevity. Though it resets saves and may imbalance existing content, it stands as a meaningful evolution for both newcomers and seasoned players.

• Doubles campaign map size with 168 new settlements
• Adds four major factions and 25 minor factions
• Introduces Dynasty system for lineage and politics
• Over 150 new and reworked military units
• New Lethality battle mechanic for more realistic combat