In the year 1492, you travel to America as Christopher Columbus and light the spark that will kindle 300 years of heated battles for land, riches, and freedom. In eight historical campaigns spanning 42 missions, you'll play the part of great legends such as Pizarro and Washington. Delve into epic real-time battles with use of up to 16,000 soldiers on 3D landscapes. Utilize new technologies, unique weaponry, improved fighting units, and the dangerous world of diplomacy.