Taking the basic formula from Napoleon: Total War, Sega and The Creative Assembly are making Shogun 2’s solo play stand out not only for its campaign as a whole, but for its minor details and multifaceted experiences. The developers have put a lot of effort into crafting a tight single-player experience. This attention to detail is certainly welcome, and the realism it adds to the game is definitely noteworthy. If rain is pouring down, you will notice the soaked terrain all around you. If it’s dry or windy, you’ll be able to tell. In addition to numbers, environments are more detailed and terrain changes according to the weather conditions.
