I hope this "gradual learning curve" thing will be optional.We are working hard on changing those "first impact" feelings and introducing a gradual learning curve to the game.
What? You mean I don't get to play as Byzantium? Me no like!The game starts in 1453, right after Constantinople has fallen to the Turks
It's by the same developers as HOI and it uses the same basic engine, so comparing it to HOI isn't way off.