For Feral Interactive, renowned experts in mobile porting, their work on bringing Creative Assembly's acclaimed blend of real-time strategy and empire-building to mobile devices with the Total War series stands out. Now, fans of Rome: Total War on Android and iOS can enjoy a host of exciting new features thanks to the major Imperium Edition update!

While not identical, many of these enhancements echo the mechanics introduced in Feral's PC remaster of Total War: Rome. Although the remaster has faced some critique, the quality-of-life improvements have been widely praised and are now making their way to mobile.

So, what exactly are these new features? For seasoned players, the update introduces Positioning Mode, Melee Mode, and Automatic Deselection, all borrowed from the Medieval II port.

Roman bullet timeFor both new and veteran commanders, the addition of Command Slowdown will be a game-changer. This feature, common in newer releases, automatically slows down gameplay when issuing complex orders, allowing for precise strategic decisions in the heat of battle.

And let's not forget the introduction of keyboard and mouse support! Now, players on Android and iOS can utilize their familiar desktop controls, enhancing the experience of playing the original Rome: Total War in all its glory. Keep an eye out for other quality-of-life, gameplay, and additional enhancements in the Imperium update, available now!

In the meantime, if you've already conquered the ancient world enough times, why not explore our list of the top 25 strategy games for iOS and Android to further challenge your tactical skills?