Total War, The Three Kingdoms of China: A historians perspective of the game

The video discusses the role of historians in projects, focusing on the Three Kingdoms period. It highlights the importance of historical research and immersion in creating accurate representations in games. The cyclical nature of history and its impact on game design is also explored, emphasizing the balance between historical accuracy and gameplay.

What is the primary focus of the team members when working on a historical project?

• Designing modern clothing

• Creating fictional stories

• Developing new technologies

• Researching historical accuracy

Which three powers emerged during the Three Kingdoms period?

• Han, Jin, and Tang

• Song, Yuan, and Ming

• Wei, Shu, and Wu

• Qin, Han, and Sui

Who is considered the real winner of the Three Kingdoms period?

• Cao Cao

• Sun Quan

• Sima Yi

• Liu Bei

How does the game design ensure a Three Kingdoms scenario?

• By allowing only historical characters to win

• By having three factions declare themselves emperor

• By limiting the number of players

• By focusing on modern warfare tactics

What is the nature of the game's historical recreation?

• It strictly follows historical events

• It only focuses on fictional outcomes

• It allows for a sandbox experience

• It ignores historical accuracy

What famous saying is associated with the cyclical nature of empires?

• An empire once divided must be united

• The pen is mightier than the sword

• All roads lead to Rome

• History is written by the victors

What pattern is emphasized in the context of the Three Kingdoms and beyond?

• Unending warfare without resolution

• Cyclical division and unification

• Continuous peace and prosperity

• Permanent division of territories