is the critically acclaimed official expansion pack to the 2003 real-time strategy (RTS) masterpiece, Rise of Nations . Released in 2004, it significantly deepened the original's "Conquer the World" mechanics by introducing new civilizations, diverse historical campaigns, and a unique "Patriot" system that redefined how players used general units. Core Expansion Features
Six additional nations were introduced: the Americans , Dutch , Iroquois , Lakota , Persians , and Indians . Each features unique units and attributes, such as the Lakota's ability to forage without traditional supply wagons. is the critically acclaimed official expansion pack to
A central addition is the Senate building, which allows players to select a government type (e.g., Despotism, Republic, Democracy). Choosing a government spawns a Patriot —a specialized general unit that offers massive passive bonuses and unique active abilities based on the political system chosen. Each features unique units and attributes, such as
Thrones and Patriots didn't just add content; it evolved the core loop of managing a nation through 6,000 years of history. Thrones and Patriots didn't just add content; it
Four new "Conquer the World" modes were added, focusing on specific historical eras: Alexander the Great , Napoleon , the New World (colonization), and the Cold War .
Three additional world wonders became available: the Hanging Gardens of Babylon , the Forbidden City , and the Red Fort . Save 67% on Rise of Nations: Extended Edition on Steam