You decide formation, movement and level of agression of every unit. This mode opens up an entirely new level of strategy. Given the sheer amount of troops you can send into battle, the game engine does surprisingly well. The varying terrain and weather conditions not only affect the performance of your troops, but really give you the feeling of being a General in battle. In closing, this game is a must-have for any real strategy gamer.
Total War succeeds on all levels, and is worthy of our highest ranking.
Fan Sites Gamespot Gamespot's excellent Shogun game guide. A great fan site from down-under.