Sangokushi II - Haou no Tairiku (Japan)

Sangokushi II - Haou no Tairiku is a classic turn-based strategy game for the NES, immersing players in the epic historical setting of China's Three Kingdoms era. The primary objective of the game is to unify all of China under the player's rule.

Upon starting the game, players choose one of several historical warlords to control, each with unique attributes and starting positions. Gameplay revolves around managing cities and territories. Players must pay attention to various aspects such as: developing agriculture to increase food supplies, promoting commerce to acquire more gold, and managing the population to ensure manpower and stability.

A crucial part of the game involves managing officers. Players can recruit talented generals, each possessing unique stats and skills in military, political, and intelligence categories. Assigning officers to appropriate roles within cities or dispatching them for tasks like troop training, espionage, or diplomacy is vital.

Diplomacy plays an essential role. Players can form alliances with other warlords to strengthen their position or declare war to expand their territory. Diplomatic decisions can significantly impact the overall war situation.

Warfare is a central element of Sangokushi II - Haou no Tairiku. When two factions clash, the game transitions to a battlefield screen. Here, players command their military units, moving and attacking in turns. Factors like terrain, unit types, and the officers' strategies all influence the battle's outcome. The goal is to defeat the enemy forces or capture their city. Maintaining troop morale and supplies is also crucial in prolonged battles.

Players must balance internal development, defensive fortification, and territorial expansion through conquests. The ultimate victory is achieved only when all territories are unified under a single dynasty.