Though Chromos has enjoyed a brief period of stability, a new period of war is imminent and you've just stumbled across an alien technology that just might tip the power in your favor. After being fired on, you crash your ship on a group of small islands. Upon entering a cave, you find a strange machine and an intimidating face of an ancient emperor from the long forgotten old empire appears on an activated console. He knows of the Drullian nationalists and Ben Harris's attempts to rule the world with an iron fist. With the help of the superior technology of the old empire, here's your chance to claim ultimate supremacy over the entire planet.
Battle Isle 2220: Shadow of the Emperor is a turn-based war strategy game, playable in single-player mode or with others over a LAN or the Internet (up to six players). Single player mode offers individual maps for quick games against the computer or a full campaign that includes 20 maps played sequentially to complete a storyline of world domination. Three levels of difficulty (training, normal or expert) vary the strength of the AI. In campaign mode, you face Drulls, Cyborgs and Imperial Kais as you try to restore the Empire.
Battles show a 3D view of units attacking the enemy unless you've selected the fast battle option where only statistics are shown and, once a map is completed, the emperor talks with your character in full motion video. In Multiplayer mode, you can select from among 20 ongoing games or maps and play a turn-based game. To play, a password must be entered before each move you take.
A simple point-and-click system is used to move, control and monitor units. Other features include adjustable battle detail levels, battle size, textures, 3D mode or the fast battle option (statistics only). Repair and refuel units while building fortifications, roads, rails and demolishing the enemy's fortresses. Factories manufacture certain types of units while training camps offer refueling, repair, and additional experience. Shops can be captured for extra units.
Take on the role of Caro, a powerful woman allied with the legendary Emperor Punt Vassias in a quest to forge a new empire by waging war against several nations in this game of strategic development, research, and warfare. The world of Chromos is a chaotic place filled with disorder and unworthy beings. Can you take over the planet with the help of a technology long forgotten and defeat the current power mongers?