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Age of Sail

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Also known as
航海时代

This tactical naval simulation challenges you to command a fleet, using wind and cannon to rise through the ranks in historical Napoleonic-era battles.

Age of Sail was developed by TalonSoft and published by TalonSoft/Empire Interactive for DOS in 1996; this is the original platform and release year.


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Platform
MS-DOS
Released
1996
Perspective
Diagonal-down
Visual
Isometric
Size
261.81 MB
Version
autorun.bat
Rating
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About Age of Sail

Age of Sail is a real time naval combat game set in the historical period when tall ships were the primary vessels of war. Players command a sailing ship and engage in cannon battles against enemy fleets.

The game offers a campaign where you begin as an Ensign serving one of four nations: Britain, Spain, France, or the United States. Progression involves advancing through military ranks. Outside the campaign, approximately one hundred historical scenarios are available, with most based on conflicts like the Napoleonic wars and the War of 1812. These scenarios often place multiple ships under the player's control for a single battle.

Gameplay focuses on naval tactics, requiring consideration of wind direction and ship positioning to line up effective broadsides. Choosing the appropriate type of cannon ammunition is another key tactical decision during these engagements.