6. Can you give us some info on how the RPG aspect will tie into the game? How will each "new" game mode compliment each other?

Just as Celtic Kings: Rage of War, The Punic Wars is actually two quite different games sharing the same basic gameplay mechanics, rolled into one. The single-player campaigns have a distinct RPG/adventure flavor to them, as you lead and develop a few select characters through the missions, completing subquests with diverse goals along the main storyline. The scenario mode, in single-player against computer opponents or in multiplayer, against your friends online, is more similar to the traditional RTS style of gameplay. Sharing the same world, the same units, the same rules, the two aspects of Celtic Kings complement each other – playing throught the campaigns will give you a good understanding of the different races’ strengths and weaknesses, which will make you a better RTS player, and experimenting and gaining experience in the freeform scenario mode might help you find a way through a difficult part of the adventure.