Today, software publisher Strategy First, a wholly owned subsidiary of Silverstar Holdings, Ltd., announced that Slitherine Software?s epic strategy title [i]Legion Arena[/i] has officially gone gold. Devoted Roman era fans can expect [i]Legion Arena[/i] to be available later this fall.

?There?s something about classic combat that always draws wargamers to this time period,? said Jay Podilchuk, Executive Producer at Strategy First. ?Slitherine Software has succeeded in bringing the real experience of commanding these epic legions to wargamers everywhere.?

?In [i]Legion Arena[/i] we have really focused on combat and battle tactics. There are over 100 missions and you will learn every trick in the book as you guide your fledgling army through a series of historical campaigns,? said J.D. McNeil, Director at Slitherine Software. ?We have gone through great pains to make sure everything is as accurate as possible, but we never compromise on gameplay.?

[i]Legion Arena[/i] is a massive role playing strategy game set during the period of the Roman Republic. Players take control of a band of simple peasant warriors and train them into a formidable fighting force. With each victory, players reap the rewards of fame, fortune, and experience, along with the ability to level up their units. Hundreds of skills can be learned through field experience, and abilities can be upgraded with each new combat situation the troops face. Players can take control of the Roman Empire and Celtic Clans and use them through a hundred scenarios. Carefully calculated strategies must be used to crush the enemies on the front line.

[i]Legion Arena[/i] will be available for purchase at all major retailers this fall at a suggested retail price of $39.99.