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Game dossier

Carthage

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An arcade-strategy fusion set during the defense of ancient Carthage

The briefing

About this game

Carthage blends strategy and arcade gameplay around the defense of the ancient Carthagean Empire from Roman invasion.

Gameplay

  • Command armies supported by catapult and elephant-mounted units when those forces are discovered and available.
  • Use hill positions to gain a combat advantage.
  • Victorious units become more skilled and happier, while frequent battles cause fatigue.
  • Produce goods to trade and fund your soldiers.
  • Transport money by chariot in arcade racing sequences featuring rocks, trees, and Roman chariots; collisions cost money.

Details

Released in 1989, Carthage was developed and published by Psygnosis for Amiga and Atari ST/STE.