Venice was at the peak of its power during the Renaissance and was viewed as a city of decadence beauty and intrigue Renowned as the linchpin of civilization and the cultural centre of Europe Venice was the most important trading post between Western Europe and the eastern stretch of the Mediterranean Sea It was also the stage for political corruptions and clandestine dealings As a young man striving for success power and wealth you begin to build up a trading empire across Genua Tripoli Rome Alexandria and Constantinopel as you progress through the ranks of Venetian societyExperience a compelling story full of intrigue and treason in Venice at the time of the RenaissanceTrade a variety of goods in the most important cities of the time such as Rome Alexandria Constantinopel or AthensWith your own family tree you can interact with your family members send them on missions and watch how the power of your family grows over timeMeet other important families who are pulling the strings in Venice’s government and influence political decisions yourselfBuild your own production facilities and trading fleetsTake fate into your own hands and test your skills in furious sea battlesMultiplayer mode for up to 4 players via LAN and Internet