Ara: History Untold Enters a New Age

Ara: History Untold is stepping into the atomic era. Microsoft is set to release a Diplomacy Update that will significantly enhance the game, allowing players to construct and launch nuclear weapons, a key feature that was absent at launch last September.

The game initially struggled due to a lack of depth in its diplomacy features and excessive micromanagement, hindering its potential against the well-established Civilization series by Firaxis. The upcoming patch promises to add substantial diplomatic features, such as inventions for building nuclear capabilities and deeper interactions amongst nations.

Additionally, players will gain new options for diplomacy, preventing the urge to escalate into nuclear war. Features will include diplomatic history tracking and various events that will influence AI behavior, particularly in times of war preparations.

Although specifics about the nuclear weapons mechanics are still sparse, the visuals showcase impressive ICBM technology in action, cementing the game’s potential to match or surpass its rivals in strategy gameplay.

The full details and notes for the update are expected to be revealed next week, further establishing Ara’s place in the competitive landscape of strategy games.