E3 became a multi-disclosure convention that uncovered a spectrum of impressive titles and sequels to various big-hitting series, alongside becoming home to a lengthy roster of games, Shogun 2: Total War also brought a lot of attention to its long-running franchise at the event. Now, Sega Europe and Sega of America have publicized that the upcoming turn-based strategy game is scheduled to be released in March next year.
Portraying improved 3D battles occurring over land and sea along with the tactical campaign map that became the essence of the series, Shogun 2: Total War is equipped with a fresh artificial intelligence system. With the new AI enthused by the millennia old Chinese ‘Art of War’ and the texts that inspired Japanese warfare, the game’s developer Creative Assembly is reported to actualize the ‘wisdom of Master Sun Tsu’ in this tactical war-game. Featuring a profound strategic gameplay derived directly from this ancient scripture, Shogun 2: Total War begins in 16th century Japan struck by the repercussions of the Onin War.
Forefronting the Total War series of warfare games, Shogun 2: Total War is expected to hit retail stores on March 15, 2011.