Rome 2 Overhaul Mods
Radious Total War is a number of smaller mods that total to a large overhaul mod for Rome II: Total War. The objective of Radious Total War is to improve the Rome II gameplay experience in a variety of areas, similar to the Shogun II mod of the same name.
Empire might not be one of the most recent Total War titles, but it’s still a fan-favorite among many players (including myself).
ROME 2 Overhaul mods: Para Bellum VS DEI. So def not the most powerful but doesn't have a prob running rome 2, or even rome 2 para bellum. But DEI has super long. Divide et Impera is a total overhaul of Rome 2 that seeks to provide a challenging, historically accurate, realistic experience of the ancient world and warfare. Sub-Forums: Sub Mods for Divide et Impera.
Empire was an iconic title that brought us countless days of joy as well as rage thanks to its toxic online community(which game isn’t) and extremely fun gameplay.
I decided to give it another go a few days ago and made a point to install a few mods to see which ones were better, as I was looking to spice things up a bit.
I came across some fantastic mods and I rediscovered some mods that I used years ago, such as DarthMod; easily one of the best gameplay enhancers that I’ve come across.
So to help other players I made this list so you can check out some of these fantastic mods that I came across.
Be sure to back up your saves, though, and I would recommend you starting new games whenever you install multiple larger mods at the same time.
They can mess with your saves or simply not work in your current ones since the game is quite a few years old. But don’t let that stop you from having some fun!
15. Imperial Destroyer Project
The mod adds a fair few new regions to the world map to make everything feel a tad newer and reinvigorated.
You’ll have the chance to play and conquer new regions using new units that the mod adds.
The unit models are not too well-made, which is why this mod isn’t ranked higher on this list.
14. Regiments of American Revolution
Just like the mod says, it adds a bunch of new units from the American Revolution to Empire.
It contains both British and American units, so you can experience a true clash of powers during your ETW campaign!
13. Colonialism 1600 AD
Travel back to the 17th century with the Total War engine and become a truly colonial power during the early days of the world’s colonization.
The mod takes you back a few years and changes the shape of the world map to make it more historically accurate to its new age.
You will also experience new religions and units to fit the theme. Perfect!
12. Empire Total Chaos Mod
Alright, so this is not a serious mod.
In fact, this is the closest you will get to utter madness in Empire: Total War.
It changes certain units to make them far more powerful, with mortars being incredibly lethal and soldiers such as the grenadier having explosive rifles.
If you’re up for a bit of non-historically accurate fun, you need to check this one out – I had a blast with it.
Just don’t start a campaign because it’s going to suck.
11. Nec Pluribus Impar
This mod is a complete overhaul of the French armies, but it only focuses on the French.
It adds a whole new lot of troops that are representative of the soldiers that fought for France during the Seven Years War, which allows a better transition between different stages of the game and a less radical one than the one presented originally in vanilla Empire.
10. No Protectorates Mod
Tired of every major colonial power having protectorates instead of direct control over their colonies? Install this mod.
Gone are the days of New Spain failing to stop insurgents or Americans gaining their independence from Britain.
It’s time to bring imperialism to a whole new level with this amazing mod and keep a better hold of the colonial world like never before in Empire: Total War.
9. Ottoman Overhaul Mod
This mod does bring a lot of positives to the table by improving the Ottoman faction.
But that’s not all – you also get a few cool additions made to the overall fighting system of the game.
It improves collisions, armor, morale, fatigue, and the quality of naval battles.We’re talking about a lot of minor changes that add up to something big.
It might not be an overhaul, but it’s still a fantastic addition to the game nonetheless.
8. Unit Size Mod
Oh man. I know this mod doesn’t really change much, but it’s still one of my favorite Empire mods of all time.
It makes regiments go from 120 units to 400, allowing you to unleash hell upon the battlefields and watch some fantastic battles come to pass.
If you’re a Total War player because of cinematic epicenes, do yourself a favor and check out the Unit Size mod. It’s brilliant.
7. A Proper Empire: Terra Incognita
Terra Incognita has been at the top tier of Empire mods for a few years.
It contains a bunch of new units, sounds, and a lot of different particles that truly enhance your Total War experience in a game that came out well over a decade ago.
It’s not truly an overhaul, but more of a set of improvements that is sure to change the game for the better.
If you want something more radical I’d suggest you check out the mod rated #2 further on this list.
6. Additional Units Mod
Friends, if new units is what you’re after please stop here. Take a minute of your time – breathe.
Now, check this damn mod out.
It adds a staggering number of units to the game, all of which are fully custom made and include regular army regiments as well as ships and even field marshals.
Those of you who like a bit of variety injected to the game should see this mod as a must-have.
It’s a fantastic overall addition to Empire and it’s sure going to make you feel like you’re playing a brand-new game.
5. Victoria: Total War
Victoria: Total War is a remaster of the original Empire: Total War game using the same base engine of Empire.
But it focuses on providing more content in the form of units, armies, and regions, related to the period that ranges between the second half of the XIX century up until the First World War.
This fantastic mod has been made for a long period of time, with the creator having worked on it for over 4 years. That’s some real commitment.
Right now the mod is still getting updated but the patches aren’t as constant as they once were.
In any case, it’s still very much an ongoing project that you can enjoy in the 2020s.
4. The Rights of Man
Alright, The Rights of Man doesn’t take the first spot on this list because of how tight the competition is.
This massive overhaul was released over a decade ago in 2009, but it adds so much to the game that it still stands as one of the best Empire: Total War mods in the history of the game.
New sounds, better gameplay, new units, more variety, better flags, improved smoke, realistic blood, and more historical events are added to the game…
This turns Empire into an even bigger masterpiece than it was years ago.
3. Imperial Splendour
Imperial Splendour is not as much of a massive overhaul to the game as other mods on this list.
But it does make some fantastic tweaks to the audio of Total War as well as bringing incredible improvements to the factions of France and Great Britain.
Plenty of work went into the creation of this mod, and you can tell how fantastic it is by simply looking at its changelog.
Tweaks to the tech trees as well as the Philosophy trees make the game better, more enjoyable, and keep the essence of Empire intact in the process.
2. DarthMod Empire
The DarthMod is a complete overhaul for various aspects of Empire: Total War.
Not only will you be able to play with hundreds of new and different units, but the game is completely improved in terms of gameplay.
The AI will no longer move pointlessly across the maps (the campaign map as well as the battle maps). You will be faced with a far more challenging experience should you install DarthMod.
If you’re a Total War veteran, I do recommend you try it out.
I’ve been playing this game for years and I can’t get a hold of combat against the computer in max difficulty with DarthMod installed.
Good luck, commander.
1. The American Revolution Mod
This absolutely amazing mod turns the game into a massive American Revolution Total War title.
With this you’ll be able to experience the most iconic battles of the American Revolution, or play through a campaign where you’ll be in charge of changing the shape of history according to how things go by your command.
It’s a fully customized mod that even comes with the DarthMod AI, which can make the battles extremely challenging. Which means more fun, right?
It also comes with a separate launcher as well as full compatibly with the regular Total War campaigns.
This mod takes the first spot for three reasons:
- How complete it is
- How much it adds, and
- How popular it is amongst Empire fans!
Absolutely giving this a gold seal of approval. Totally worth checking out if you have the time.
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Some fans would argue that no games have topped Rome: Total War.
This is one of the earliest iterations of the game, and a big fan favourite. Rome: Total War was the 3rd release from developers The Creative Assembly.
As many say, earlier releases tend to be less refined and more ambitious. Cramming in every little idea you could possibly think of.
This works to the advantage of Rome specifically, as it is one of the most diverse Total War games out there.
Being a favorite among the fandom, there is no shortage of extra content for the game. If you’re looking to rediscover an old classic, these mods are sure to do the trick.
20. DarthMod
A Total War mod list is never complete without the mention of DarthMod.
Darth Vader is undoubtedly one of the most respected modders in the Total War community.
He is known for his smarter AI mods which give the games added challenge as well as a whole new sense of realism.
Rome: Total War is no different.
Aside from the smarter AI making for improved decision making in battles and building, there are also new battle formations to be discovered that are sure to impact your tactical approach to playing the game.
19. KLA’s Units Pack
If you’re already satisfied with the base game but are looking for a little graphics update, you’re going to want to check out KLA’s Units Pack.
The pack includes 165 new models and textures for existing units in the game.
The soldiers are now more historically accurate appearance-wise adding to the overall realism of the experience.
Some of the more impressive skins include those of the gladiators, who now wear masks appropriate to the time period.
A simple way to make the game look much more interesting with a wider variety of units than before.
18. Extended Greek Mod
Another great mod for those who prefer not to change too much from vanilla.
The Extended Greek Mod aims to build on the current Greek factions. As most of you probably know, the base game places much more focus on Rome.
By adding loads of new units, buildings, character traits, and more to the existing Greek choices, this makes for an interesting experience.
Especially if you’ve already completed the vanilla campaigns.
Not much was changed in terms of gameplay so if you already love the base game, this is a great way to refresh your experience but keep it realistic too.
17. SPQR
SPQR is a great mod for those looking to add realism to the game, focusing mainly on battles.
If you enjoy larger scale, drawn-out battles, SPQR is what you’re looking for.
There are new units and balance updates, but the modder’s focus was really on improving battle mechanics.
Tactics play a much larger role in winning battles, as more battle time increases your ability to move units around as well.
10,000 unit battles aren’t uncommon with this mod installed. So if you’re looking for some epic war play, check this one out.
16. Hegemonia City States
Now if you’re looking for more of an overhaul, Hegemonia City States is a good place to start.
Placing focus on ancient Greek history, known as the Hellenic period, this mod includes most well-known ancient factions including Sparta, Carthage, Persia, and Athens, among a few others.
There are tons of new units, buildings, and game mechanics to explore.
If you’re into ancient Greek history you’ll want to have a go at this one.
15. Aristeia
There was once a mod called Troy: Total War, which was actually inspired by the film Troy.
Being fanas of Achilles and the Trojan War, Troy: Total War eventually grew into a new project called Aristeia.
Made by the same team behind Troy: Total War, Aristeia continues on with the story based from the ten-year siege of the city of Troy, as depicted in the Iliad.
From that we can tell that the mod is focused on historical accuracy, with some enjoyable gameplay upgrades to go along with it.
With 17 playable factions, three campaigns, and updated music and graphics, this will surely make for a completely new RTW experience.
There is even an actual event for the Trojan War where you can make use of a Trojan Horse to infiltrate enemy camps. Sounds fun right?
14. Viking Invasion II
Viking Invasion II has received much praise as it is an important mod for many Total War fans.
The first Viking Invasion expansion pack was released for Medieval: Total War and has become one of the most loved campaigns by Total War fans.
For those who aren’t familiar, Viking Invasion II was actually a rumored expansion pack for Medieval 2: Total War that ended up never seeing completion.
With Viking Invasion II it has now become a reality. With the result being even better than expected as it maximizes the upgraded engine found in Rome: Total War.
The mod focuses on the early Viking Era after the birth of King Alfred the Great of Wessex.
Viking Invasion II features 50 provinces to discover in a new map, 8 factions to choose from, and unit changes with balances to improve gameplay.
13. Chivalry Total War
Another great overhaul is Chivalry Total War.
The first thing you’ll notice is how the look and feel of the game changes right from the main menu, with an updated interface, new fonts, and music.
The mod focuses more on the medieval world between 1072 and 1222 AD, and it’s impressive how everything in the game (including the menu screens) are appropriate to the time period.
The mod features a completely new campaign with 20 playable factions.
You’ll be able to play through the crusades to the Holy Land, the Baltic Crusades, and the Spanish Reconquista to name a few.
12. Warhammer Total War
If you’re looking for a more drastic change, there are mods for that too.
Warhammer Total War, as you probably guessed, brings the fantasy world of Warhammer to RTW.
The mod took over half a decade to complete, and it shows in the sheer amount of new content you’ll find here.
This changes the game completely, taking you right to a fantasy world with its UI overhaul.
There is an overwhelming number of new units here (250 to be exact), and a huge map to discover. Play through 150 different provinces, including the Chaos Wastes, Naggaroth, and the Mountains of Mourn.
If you’re looking for a fresh fantasy experience, or if you’re already a fan of the Warhammer universe, this is something you should definitely look into.
11. EOD II; Lycan Rising
End of Days II: Lycan Rising is another interesting fantasy overhaul for RTW.
This time, instead of taking us to the Warhammer universe, the mod chooses to focus on a completely different fantasy storyline.
We’re probably all familiar with vampires and werewolves, right? Well this mod lets you experience the battle of the night breeds right from RTW.
You can play as either the Vampyres, Lycans, or Talamascans, each having their own religions, buildings, and units.
Whoever wins the epic battle between the bloodsuckers, wolfmen, or humans, is completely up to you.
10. Fourth Age: TW
The LoTR fantasy world has inspired modders for a lot of games spanning multiple genres.
Total War modders are no different. There are Lord of the Rings mods for pretty much every Total War game out there.
Fourth Age: TW takes us to Middle-earth, but is actually based on an unfinished J.R.R. Tolkien manuscript called “The New Shadow”.
Just checking the mod’s moddb page you’ll find that it has received lots of praise from users.
The story is said to be one of the most immersive from any RTW mod, and the lore is said to be spot on as well.
Definitely a must-try for LoTR and Total War fans.
9. Ran no Jidai
Many of the original fans of the series fell in love with Total War right from the beginning – with Shogun: Total War.
The team behind Ran no Jidai were no different, but they wanted to maximize the graphical and gameplay upgrades of RTW while still enjoying the story and historical elements of the original game.
There spawned Ran no Jidai – taking us back to the samurai warfare of the Japanese Sengoku period.
Whether you already own RTW but didn’t get a chance to experience the original Shogun game, or are just looking for a change of scenery – Ran no Jidai is a great way to do so.
With tons of improvements including new units, buildings, graphics, and smarter AI, this mod will give you an expansive look into the history of Japanese culture.
8. Extended Cultures
This one actually started as a submod for the Extended Greek Mod. But it has since grown into its own completed overhaul.
Extended Cultures (better known as XC) adds a substantial amount of content with a total of nine campaigns to play through, including Ceasar’s Civil War staged in 49 BC.
The map has also been updated based from historical geography and even climate.
Where this mod really shines is in its building system.
Taking from Medival: Total War, there is a deep building system where bonuses and recruiting are dependent on what structures are present in the area.
7. Vanilla Enhancement
One of the more recent mods, just being released 2 years ago, Vanilla Enhancement is still being updated to this day.
Modder ahowl11 takes inspiration from all the best vanilla improvement mods that have been created over the years with the aim of releasing the ultimate vanilla experience is one clean package.
Still a work in progress at its 17th version, there are already loads of new units to discover.
Egypt even got their own unique roster here, instead of the original copy of Macedon units.
There’s a whole lot more to explore here with updated recruitment, battle, and diplomacy mechanics. The soundtrack was even updated to make everything feel much more epic.
6. Total War: 1942
Who would have thought that you’d ever be able to take RTW to World War II?
Well it’s been done, with Total War: 1942.
The Total War series has always been known for staying within the older historical eras. But modder Dagovax preferred to take a more modern approach.
By modern of course, I’m speaking in the context of the Total War series.
Now you can battle with 18 new factions who took part in WWII, including the USA, Germany, and the USSR.
The map has been changed to a world map too. And battles now include naval ships, tanks, and even planes!
I’m sure just the thought of having tanks in RTW is an exciting enough idea, so go check this out now.
5. Rise of Persia
Another great period piece, this time focusing on the rise of the Achaemenid Empire.
Taking us back to 6th century BC where the world is divided by four grand empires – The Medes, Lydians, Egyptians, and Chaldeans.
All the while, King Cyrus II is plotting to unite the separate kingdoms. And by doing so will plant the seeds from which the first Persian empire will grow.
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Take on this epic adventure with Cyrus the Great as you play through the Rise of Persia.
4. Roma Surrectum
With the last four mods on the list I’m getting much deeper into some of the best overhauls you can get for Rome: Total War.
Starting off is Roma Surrectum, one of the most popular mods for the game.
There is so much to discover with this mod that it will feel like a completely new game altogether. Not even really exaggerating.
Aside from graphics upgrades, the mod contains hundreds of new buildings, units, and updated economic system as well.
What’s even more impressive is that individual factions each have their own campaign to play through.
3. Lusted’s “Terrae Expugnandae”
Another favorite is Lusted’s “Terrae Expugnandae”.
This isn’t a complete overhaul in the traditional sense, as Lusted’s aim was to simply tweak gameplay elements to improve on what the base game already had to offer.
However, with the sheer amount of balances and changes made, it actually makes RTW feel completely new.
Instead of trying to add additional elements to the game, he took a more minimalistic approach.
Aside from some visual upgrades, there is a deep set of balance tweaks to the gameplay mechanics that will make rediscovering RTW loads of fun.
Lusted even moved on to becoming an actual developer for Creative Assembly after the praise he got from this mod.
2. Rome: Total Realism
As the title suggests, Rome: Total Realism focuses more on making the game as realistic as possible.
So if that’s something that appeals to you, this is the mod to check out.
There are a lot of changes here that drastically impact how you play the game.
You’ll notice that instead of cities littered across the map, towns are now introduced as well. Towns are smaller settlements which have population limits, but control of them gives large economic benefits.
They are easier to capture so your expansion strategy will definitely change now that they are available.
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Another cool feature is the updated traits system, which encourages players to make proper use of generals by their designations.
There are negative repercussions for incorrectly assigning generals, so there’s another thing you should watch out for.
All in all, this makes everything a bit more challenging. But you’d expect as much if you’re going for extreme realism.
1. Europa Barbarorum
Europa Barbarorum is probably the most praised Rome: Total War mod out there.
Having received some awards, it’s easy to see why this has become a widespread favorite among Total War fans.
The strength of Europa Barbarorum lies in its historical accuracy.
Being created by a group of historians, the depth of historical detail in this mod is unmatched by any other out there.
To start, descriptions for buildings, units, and even loading screens are packed with historical information. Just reading them will not only help you pass loads of time, but learn a lot about the cultures as well.
They even went a step further and added in voice recordings for each faction, spoken in the actual languages that they used during the time.
Europa Barbarorum has so much to offer and is definitely a unique Total War experience that everyone should play through for themselves.
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