Whether you are a newcomer looking to see why the series is legendary, or a returning veteran wanting the most polished version of the game, the Complete Edition is the definitive way to build an empire that stands the test of time.
For the first time in the series, units could engage in true ranged combat. Archers could shoot over tiles, and battleships could bombard coastal cities from the safety of the ocean. This made unit positioning vital, turning every war into a strategic puzzle rather than a numbers game.