Knights of Honor

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Release Date: October 1, 2004

Strategy, Economic, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Internet, LAN

An extensive real-time strategy, prepared by the Black Sea Studios development team with an action taking place in the Middle Ages. Our task is to create a powerful empire and conquer hostile nations. In order to achieve this, we must master the art of war, diplomacy and economics.

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Knights of Honor is the first Empire Conquering Simulation in real-time, and your goal is simple - become the Emperor of all of Europe by fair or foul means.

Never lose sight of your goal - to rule all of Europe.

The game's mix of Real Time Strategy and out and out Wargame provides something for all kinds of players, bringing in a much-needed Simulation element.

Think on your feet because the decision of how you conquer Europe is at last thrust into your own hands.

The Knights are the most important element of the game and with them you will fight wars, manage provinces and secure trade agreements with the other rulers. Think of the Knights as a finite resource, after all you have nine slots to fill with these powerful, brave and bold men.

You can fight, trade, make peace and alliances to achieve your goal while building up a successful Kingdom using the Knights in a variety of roles while other rulers are doing exactly the same.

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You will play in one of three major time periods during an age rife with conquest and confrontation.

Early Medieval - about 1000 AD

High Medieval - about 1200 AD

Late Medieval - about 1350 AD

Each period represents a milestone in the medieval ages and comes with its own trials and tribulations; the Kingdom you choose affects the difficulty and challenge of the game. For example, you can choose England and you will get a large Kingdom with many resources compared to Aragon. Your economic and social situations, province sizes and how the rest of the world reacts towards you will be totally different.

In Knights of Honor your goal is simple - become the Emperor of all Europe by fair means or foul. But keep in mind that you are not playing in a static environment and the rest of Europe is vying for the same, so you will be inundated with requests or threats from fellow rulers as well as numerous agreements and perhaps even special missions.

Features:

-Three main game views provide a platform on which to make global decisions and perform tactical actions for all aspects of: Warfare, Espionage, Religion, Diplomacy & Kingdom Management.

-6 different types of Knights; some with special abilities and upgrades allowing them to achieve different objectives within the game: Marshal, Spy, Merchant, Landlord, Builder and Cleric.

-Command your loyal Knights to conquer enemy kingdoms, perform devious espionage actions or rule over your own provinces in different ways.

-Featuring one of the largest maps ever seen in the world of games with three historical entry periods, each with a totally different political situation and more than 100 playable kingdoms.

-3 geographical regions with over 150 provinces and different architectural styles such as Western & Eastern European as well as Arabian.

-More than 60 structures & upgrades that can be built to improve the production or defence capabilities of the province.

-A unique battle-system with tactical elements and more than 50 different types of military units and siege weaponry at the player's disposal.

-9 different types of battle including: Town Assault, Camp Assault, Open Battlefield and River Crossing.

Platforms:

PC Windows

Developer: Black Sea Studios

Publisher: Sunflowers Interactive

Similar Games:

Crusader Kings II

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Europa Universalis IV

Game Series

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Knights of Honor Game Series

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Knights of Honor Video Game:

PC / Windows

Recommended System Requirements:
Pentium 4 1.5 GHz, 512 MB RAM, graphic card 16MB, 1.3 GB HDD.

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Game Ratings for Knights of Honor Video Game.

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All Reviews: Very Positive (2,349)

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The main pros of the game

Nostalgic Appeal: Many players have a strong emotional attachment to the game, often citing it as a significant part of their childhood.
Gameplay Depth and Accessibility: The game strikes a balance between being easy to pick up for newcomers while still offering depth for veteran players, making it enjoyable for a wide audience.
Unique Mechanics: The real-time strategy approach combined with grand strategy elements provides a dynamic gaming experience. The royal court system adds depth to kingdom management.
Replayability: The vast map with numerous playable factions ensures that each playthrough is unique, encouraging experimentation with different strategies.
Charming Presentation: While graphics are dated, many players find the art style and sound design appealing, contributing to the game's immersive atmosphere.

The main cons of the game

AI Limitations: The AI can be predictable and not particularly challenging, especially in combat and diplomatic scenarios, which can diminish the overall difficulty.
Real-Time Combat Issues: While the real-time battles are engaging, they may not meet the complexity of other strategy games, and some players find them less satisfying.
Technical Limitations: The game suffers from issues such as a small UI on modern screens and occasional crashes, particularly on newer operating systems like Windows 11.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Campaign Mode: Players noted the absence of a structured campaign mode, which could help new players learn the game better. Instead, the game primarily offers a free-play mode.
Unit Variety: Some users expressed a desire for more diverse units to enhance gameplay and strategic options.
Battlefield Control: The inability to position troops before battles, especially during sieges, was highlighted as a significant drawback.
AI Improvements: Enhancements to AI behavior and decision-making during battles and diplomacy were suggested to improve overall gameplay experience.

Summary

Overall, while Knights of Honor has its flaws, it remains a beloved classic in the grand strategy genre, praised for its unique blend of simplicity and depth, along with its nostalgic value.

Summary generated on: October 28, 2025

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