Paradox Interactive has announced an expansion for Grand Strategy title Europa Universalis: Rome.

EU: Rome - Vae Victis is scheduled for a digital download during the latter half of Q4, 2008 and will require EU: Rome to play.

"Most of our releases take on a life of their own after release thanks to more than 100,000 active fans on our forums, said Johan Andersson, Head of Development at Paradox Interactive. "Expansions like Vae Victis allows us to add a whole new dimension to the original game while giving gamers a chance to probe further into those elements of the game that they have expressed most interest in."

EU: Rome - Vae Victis in short:

- The dynamics of the characters that live in the Republic will come to life as the men and women have their own personal goals and agendas, which are often in conflict with each other. Will you be able to manage these willful personalities?

- As a Republic you will now need to take the Senate into the account. Characters will belong to various parties depending on their goals, values and ambition. The Senate will pass laws, which will allow or disallow certain country actions.

- Completely revised military AI, particularly in the area of military campaigns. Will benefit experienced players in particular.