Koei Tecmo has announced Three Kingdoms HEROES, a new digital board game with battles inspired by their Romance of the Three Kingdoms franchise.
Three Kingdoms HEROES is in development and will launch exclusively for Apple Arcade next year, on January 9th, 2025.
Here’s a rundown on the game:
Clash in a battle of wits and chess-like strategy, and create your unique team from a myriad of famous generals from Koei Tecmo’s “Romance of the Three Kingdoms” IP.
Attain Victory through Tactical Wits!
A simple yet profound strategy game. Immerse yourself in a full-fledged turn-based battle board game where victory hinges solely on wits and strategy!
Drawing inspiration from timeless classics like Shogi and Chess, “Three Kingdoms HEROES” combines turn-based combat with unique unit movements. In place of numerical stats, units boast unique “Stratagems” or “Skills,” reminiscent of the generals in “Romance of the Three Kingdoms.” Experience a simple yet intricate gameplay through the combination of these two mechanics!
Challenge the genius AI “GARYU” in single-player mode
In single-player mode, face off against “GARYU,” an AI specializing in tactical warfare tuned specifically for “Three Kingdoms HEROES.” With various difficulty levels ranging from beginner to advanced, experience the thrill of strategic battles against this formidable opponent.
The genius AI “GARYU” is created by HEROZ, the developers of the Shogi AI “dlshogi,” which dominated the World Computer Shogi Championships for two consecutive years.
Heroes of the Three Kingdoms with unique Stratagems and Skills
Famous generals from the “Romance of the Three Kingdoms” series come to life with iconic visuals and voices. Strategically assemble your squad, unlock new generals and battle against other players or top-class AI opponents! Explore new combinations and strategies by leveraging each general’s unique stratagems or skills and lead your army to victory!
Hone your skills against the genius AI “GARYU” and compete against players from all over the world on Apple Arcade
Embark on an epic journey and experience legendary battles of the “Three Kingdoms” in “Campaign” Mode. Challenge your skills against the formidable AI “GARYU” in a high difficulty “AI Match,” or compete against players from all over the world in a “Seasonal Match.” For more personalized battles, play against your friends and family in “Private Match”!
