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Total War™: EMPIRE

Experience the complete desktop grand strategy masterpiece, expertly adapted for mobile. Command vast fleets, master gunpowder warfare, and lead your nation to global dominance in the ultimate 18th-century conquest.

Key Figures

Downloads

123K+

User Rating

4.8/5

Total Ratings

4K+

Publisher

Feral Interactive Ltd

Command the Age of Enlightenment

From the American Revolution to the shores of India, experience the full desktop epic masterfully redesigned for iPad and iPhone—no ads, no micro-transactions, just pure strategy.

Dual-Layered Strategy

Master the perfect blend of turn-based global statecraft and massive 3D real-time battles where every tactical decision shapes your empire’s legacy.

Legendary Naval Warfare

Command vast fleets in spectacular sea engagements. Outmanoeuvre rivals by mastering wind direction and devastating broadsides to rule the world’s oceans.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Total War™: EMPIRE

What type of game is Total War™: EMPIRE?

Total War™: EMPIRE is an 18th-century grand strategy game combining real-time battles and turn-based strategy. Players lead great powers to global dominance across Europe, India, and the Americas.

What are the main features of Total War™: EMPIRE on iOS?

Total War™: EMPIRE features leading one of eleven factions, mastering gunpowder warfare in 3D battles, ruling the waves in naval combat, using statecraft, and developing new technologies. It offers intuitive touchscreen controls.

Does Total War™: EMPIRE have touchscreen controls?

Yes, Total War™: EMPIRE features intuitive touchscreen controls. It also supports iPadOS-compatible mouse and keyboard for playing the game.

What is the "A NEW WORLD" expansion for Total War™: EMPIRE?

"A NEW WORLD" is an in-app purchase expansion for Total War™: EMPIRE. It unlocks 44 playable factions, two new campaigns (Late Start, Warpath), and 14 new naval units for enhanced gameplay.

What are the system requirements for Total War™: EMPIRE on iOS?

Total War™: EMPIRE requires iOS 17 or later. It needs 12GB of free device space, with double recommended for initial installation to avoid issues.

Which iPhone models support Total War™: EMPIRE?

Total War™: EMPIRE supports iPhone XR and later models, and iPhone SE - 2nd Generation (2020) and later. Players must ensure their device is listed.

Which iPad models are compatible with Total War™: EMPIRE?

Total War™: EMPIRE supports iPad 7th Gen+, iPad mini 5th Gen+, iPad Air 3rd Gen+, and iPad Pro 2nd Gen+ models. Check the full list before purchasing.

How many playable factions are in Total War™: EMPIRE?

The base game of Total War™: EMPIRE allows players to grow one of eleven factions. The "A NEW WORLD" expansion adds 44 more playable factions.

Can I play Total War™: EMPIRE with a mouse and keyboard on iPad?

Yes, Total War™: EMPIRE supports iPadOS-compatible mouse and keyboard for control, in addition to its intuitive touchscreen controls.

How much storage space does Total War™: EMPIRE require?

Total War™: EMPIRE requires 12GB of free space on your device. Feral Interactive recommends at least double this amount to avoid potential installation issues.

Who developed and published Total War™: EMPIRE for iOS?

Total War™: EMPIRE was originally developed by The Creative Assembly Limited and published by SEGA. Feral Interactive Ltd. developed and published the iOS version.

The following screenshots and description are sourced directly from the app's official store listing and are the property of the app developer.

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Screenshots

Total War™: EMPIRE - Redcoat infantry facing a charge of war elephants on a battlefield — Redcoat infantry facing a charge of war elephants on a battlefield

Total War™: EMPIRE - Real-time naval combat in Total War: EMPIRE with 18th-century sailing ships and strategy game UI. — Real-time naval combat in Total War: EMPIRE with 18th-century sailing ships and strategy game UI.

Total War™: EMPIRE - Collage of gameplay scenes from the A New World expansion showing land battles, naval combat, and new factions — Collage of gameplay scenes from the A New World expansion showing land battles, naval combat, and new factions

Total War™: EMPIRE - Promotional image for Total War EMPIRE A New World expansion featuring the Late Start and Warpath campaigns — Promotional image for Total War EMPIRE A New World expansion featuring the Late Start and Warpath campaigns

Total War™: EMPIRE - British cavalry regiment charging during a real-time battle in Total War Empire — British cavalry regiment charging during a real-time battle in Total War Empire

Total War™: EMPIRE - The diplomacy screen in Total War EMPIRE showing the hostile relationship status and historical grievances between Great Britain and France — The diplomacy screen in Total War EMPIRE showing the hostile relationship status and historical grievances between Great Britain and France

Total War™: EMPIRE - A real-time battle scene in Total War EMPIRE showing a cannon firing and soldiers in 18th-century uniforms — A real-time battle scene in Total War EMPIRE showing a cannon firing and soldiers in 18th-century uniforms

Total War™: EMPIRE - Grand campaign map of 18th century Europe showing major cities and military units in Total War EMPIRE — Grand campaign map of 18th century Europe showing major cities and military units in Total War EMPIRE

Total War™: EMPIRE - Real-time land battle gameplay in Total War EMPIRE showing multiple regiments and tactical UI — Real-time land battle gameplay in Total War EMPIRE showing multiple regiments and tactical UI

Total War™: EMPIRE - Strategic map of the Caribbean in Total War EMPIRE featuring a Spanish naval fleet near Nassau and Cuba — Strategic map of the Caribbean in Total War EMPIRE featuring a Spanish naval fleet near Nassau and Cuba

Description

READ BEFORE BUYING: Please expand this description and read the full list of supported devices below to confirm that your device is supported. EMPIRE brings Total War’s real-time battles and grand turn-based strategy into the 18th-century age of exploration and conquest. Lead great powers in a race for dominance — from Europe to India and the Americas. Command vast fleets and armies in an era of rapid scientific advances, global conflict and momentous political change. This is the complete Total War: EMPIRE desktop experience, expertly adapted for iPhone and iPad, with redesigned user interfaces and extensive quality-of-life improvements. LEAD THE NATION Grow one of eleven factions into a military and economic superpower. DOMINATE THE BATTLEFIELD Master gunpowder warfare in seismic 3D battles decided by tactical genius and technological superiority. RULE THE WAVES Outmanoeuvre rivals in spectacular sea battles — where wind direction, cunning and a well-timed broadside can prove decisive. MASTER THE GLOBE Use statecraft and subterfuge to secure territory and lucrative trade routes. SEIZE THE FUTURE Develop new technologies to power industrial expansion and military prowess. COMMAND THE ACTION Forge your empire with intuitive touchscreen controls, or any iPadOS-compatible mouse & keyboard. === ‘A NEW WORLD’ NOW AVAILABLE Available via in-app purchase, this massive expansion unlocks: • 44 PLAYABLE FACTIONS: Lead all non-rebel factions in the Grand Campaign, from Greece and Gran Colombia to Mexico and the Mamelukes. • 2 NEW CAMPAIGNS: The Late Start Campaign brings EMPIRE’s global map into 1783, where technologically advanced empires fight to retain their distant colonies. In the Warpath Campaign, lead one of five Native American factions on a detailed, tightly focused map of the Americas. • 14 NAVAL UNITS: Enhances late-game naval combat with variants on existing vessels and favourites from Total War: NAPOLEON, including the giant 140-gun Santísima Trinidad. === We recommend playing Total War: EMPIRE on iOS 17 or later. You need 12GB of free space on your device, though we recommend at least double this to avoid initial installation issues. Supported iPhones: • iPhone XR and later • iPhone SE - 2nd Generation (2020) and later Supported iPads: • iPad - 7th Generation (2019) and later • iPad mini - 5th Generation (2019) and later • iPad Air - 3rd Generation (2019) and later • iPad Pro - 2nd Generation (2017) and later • If you require assistance, please contact our support team at support@feralinteractive.com © 2009–2025 The Creative Assembly Limited. Originally developed by The Creative Assembly Limited. Originally published by SEGA. Creative Assembly, the Creative Assembly logo, Total War, Total War: EMPIRE and the Total War logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of The Creative Assembly Limited. SEGA and the SEGA logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of SEGA Corporation. Developed for and published on iOS by Feral Interactive Ltd. iOS and the iOS logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Feral and the Feral logo are trademarks of Feral Interactive Ltd. All other trademarks, logos and copyrights are property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.