I just logged in over 400 hours into Rome II this weekend, and I just now know what pikes and spears are used for. I always thought hoplites were used as a defensive line. Same with javelins and slings, I always stuck with archers. This literally changes things.

Omg, did that guy confused Rome and Sparta? Lolz

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Very helpful heir. I must say throughout all the total war games I've always looked to you for help. From Spartan corner-campers in Rome 1 to using matchlocks in the right way in Shogun 2, you've always been great. Thanks!

I`ve never played this before and it is confusion...are you playing the computer or another person? I don`t understand how to move units around without breaking formation...I don`t see the point to this game without playing another person..i feel like I`m missing something..all the youtube videos that I`ve found jump right in and don`t explain basics..mostly I just want to play with other people not the computer

Hard groups don't stick because they need a decent amount of spacing in front of each other, especially in front of missile infantry. Your welcome, 6 years later. LOL

ok but what if your opponent isnt completely useless?

how you get the game

Poor, poor kid.

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huge fan this is one one your best videos i love your play by play and tactical logic you bring to the table awesome video congrats on your w

I really wish you would do a video similar to this with warhammer, it actually helped me learn about how some of the units should be used in warhammer

Good video for beginners. Quick to the point explanations of unit types and pros/cons. One more thing I’d like to see more of on this franchise is mechanic breakdowns. Like videos showing “archer shots” here’s normal shot vs X and heavy vs X etc to see the difference and when to use/not to use. With cav, shock, bracing, unbraced, just all the little things that make a difference after you learn the Rock Paper Scissors of the unit types. Not too much in depth mechanic analysis of these games.

Hey Heir, nice video. Something you might consider doing to help out newer people: make a series going through different factions one at a time (or in groups, like all the nomad factions at once) so you can show off their roster and explain what some of their strengths and weaknesses are. That way, new players can get a better idea of what specifically they should be looking to get out of any particular faction and what other types of armies it will be good or bad against. Just a thought; keep up the great videos!

Solid tips, you mentioned this in your video; the things you touch on might seem like no-brainers but many new players would find this a gold mine of fresh info. You should do more how-to vids on the TW Series. Good work.

I'm glad to have finally found some videos for (tips/strategy/tactics) for RTW2 so I wanted to say thanks for posting. I'm just going to be honest and say that I really enjoy your channel and Alex's as well. In comparison to others you two explain the game very well. As one strategist to another, I hope we can one day meet on the battlefield so to speak.

Thanks, I'm getting Rome II for Christmas and I'm super excited and already know how to play the game from watching so many videos of it

That was really cool. I like how you approached the tutorial and explained the units. maybe differences in factions, like what to expect from rome players, or carthage or babarian and middle eastern factions.

You are extremely helpful as for I am a new Total War player and I will learn as I go. Plus 1 subscriber just in case I need more tips. Your my #1 man to go to now! Thanks alot once again!