
GiN writes: "Once upon a time, strategy games set in Rome were like what the American Indians used to say about buffalo they used to roam (and I didn't mean to make that pun) the plains as far as the eye could see. In fact one major metropolitan newspaper I used to write reviews for had me conduct a roundup of new Roman-themed games, which was easy given that three were released within a month of each other."

With the release of Tropico 5 in a couple of days, I've decided to take a look back at the Bulgarian studio's history. Be wary, it contains a lot of Romans.

Impulse has discounted Grand Ages: Rome, taking 50% off the standard price through the weekend.

Kalypso Media today announced that the release of Reign of Augustus, the official expansion pack for the hit PC title Grand Ages: Rome, is available now via electronic sales distribution portals. Reign of Augustus includes a brand new campaign featuring twelve missions, new maps and a wealth of enhanced gameplay features.