Ultimate Admiral: Age of Sail is a tactical wargame from the creators of the Ultimate General series set amidst the epic naval campaigns in the period of the American Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars.
Ultimate Admiral: Age of Sail is a unique wargame allowing you to experience the best of the Ultimate Series AI and tactical engine in naval, land, and combined arms landing operations.
Taking the role of a famous commander, you will be at the heart of the historical battles and events. • In the British Campaign, you will follow Horatio’s Nelson journey from midshipman on the shores of Central America to the admiral who defeated the great armada in the battle of Trafalgar. • In the American campaign, you will play the role of John Paul Jones, participate in the War of Independence and stand at the origins of the United States Navy winning freedom for your country.
REALISTIC SAILING Individual wind plans are based on each ship's rigging. Realistic sailing physics replicates the behavior of actual ships where yard position changes based on the chosen course and direction of the wind. When at full sail your relative position to the wind can cause your ship to roll and block your guns from firing effectively. Moving with full sails in strong winds can also capsize your ship. When sailing against the wind ships can be pushed backward.
DETAILED DAMAGE MODEL Unique aiming system where you can assign a target to focus your gunner's aim on any part of a ship. A detailed damage model allows for the destruction of all ship components. Realistic ballistics and impact physics that account for energy, penetration, obstacles, and ricochets. Thickness based planking system where protection degrades as the planking is damaged. Planking penetration is also influenced by shot angle and material quality.
HISTORICAL SHIPS AND WEAPONS We recreated the beautiful ships of the Age of Sail period from historical or admiralty collections drafts. Accurate hull models, sail plans, guns, internal upgrades, historical speed trials were used in the creation of vessels. We spent hundreds of hours researching numerous details on historical gunnery and firearms of the age of sail. Historical availability has also been implemented. Certain ships and weapons can only be captured by boarding ships or taken from the enemy on the battlefield.
NAVAL BATTLES
To win battles you will need to master the art of maneuvering at sea. In the Age of Sail, proper positioning is of the utmost importance. Gain the weather gage, sustain powerful broadsides, and anticipate the lumbering movement of enemy ships-of-the-line. Approach to deliver a broadside at your own peril; even the most experienced captains risk demasting, loss of the ships, or death when engaging the enemy.
LANDING OPERATIONS
When broadsides are not enough; you bring the Marines! Your hardy sea infantry can board vessels, conduct landing operations, and join land forces in assaulting enemy batteries and other fortifications. Manage cover, positioning, and morale to lead your forces to victory!
LAND BATTLES
Control of the seas is only half the battle. Whether on the New World, Venerable Europe, or the many islands in-between, once the war at sea is over, an invasion must commence. Take control of more traditional national armies to combat your enemies on land in major campaigns and where your small force of marines will not do.
GAMEPLAY Build your fleet: Success on the high seas will earn you promotions. Grow your fleet from a small squadron of unrated ships to a fearsome battle fleet complete with powerful ships-of-the-line. Customize your ships with new technology, weapons, to create a fleet that fits your tactical doctrine. Manage your crews: With every naval engagement, your crewmen become more efficient and deadly. With every shot, their accuracy and gunnery improve. While sailing they improve their stamina and fine control of their ship. Board enemy ships and land marines to build proficiency in combat. Of course, every veteran’s death is a huge blow to the navy. Gain reputation and promotions: Participating in battles you will receive an experience that will allow you to develop your admiral. Develop your tactical doctrines, build fast and maneuverable squadrons, or slow heavily armed ships of the line to control the seas. Receive bonuses to supply, improve relations with the Admiralty, replenish crew, lower equipment prices, and gain other advantages to assist your campaigns.
IMPORTANCE OF LOGISTICS AND INTERDICTION The game simulates naval warfare with small actions to huge fleet battles and amphibious operations to control the world’s oceans and shores. Fleets and flotillas are crucial for the logistical support of war requiring transportation of materials, goods, treasures, and troops. Your naval vessels have the capability to make decisive strikes against the opponent fleets or interdict their supply lines.
HISTORICAL CAMPAIGNS Fight in the campaignы and participate in 80+ battles from small engagements to massive battles over land and sea. The campaign fully depends on player actions and battle results. The game includes the following famous battles in campaigns: - Battle of Bunker Hill (1775) - Burning of Norfolk (1776) - Siege of Savannah (1779) - Battle of Cape Henry (1781) - Battle of the Chesapeake (1781) - Siege of Toulon (1793) - Battle of Cape St. Vincent (1797) - Battle of the Nile (1798) - Battle of Trafalgar (1805) - + 70 additional historical and speculative battles and actions
Achievements·21
Victory Medal
1st Level British Campaign Medal: The Medal of Victory is awarded to those serving in His Majesty's armed forces who have distinguished themselves in times of war while under fire by the enemies of the crown.
44.2% · 8.9 pts
44.2% · 8.9 pts
Order for Merit
2nd Level British Campaign Medal: The Order for Merit is a decoration awarded for military, economic, or substantial contributions to philanthropy, the arts or sciences. Individuals such as this are the backbone of the Empire and should honored as such by His Majesty.
30.1% · 12 pts
30.1% · 12 pts
Distinguished Service Order
3rd Level British Campaign Medal: The Distinguished Service Order is a military decoration awarded to military commanders providing exceptional or meritorious service to His Majesty's Armed Forces during times of war while under fire by the enemy.
25.8% · 13.6 pts
25.8% · 13.6 pts
Badge of Military Merit
1st Level US Campaign Medal: By order of the Continental Congress, this medal is awarded to ordinary soldiers of the Continental Army who have distinguished themselves in the face of the enemy, placing their life at risk. It is men like this on whom our new nation shall be built.
25.5% · 13.7 pts
25.5% · 13.7 pts
Knight Cross
4th Level British Campaign Medal: The Knight's Cross is awarded to military commanders who successfully complete their mission against superior enemy numbers and difficult odds while serving His Majesty's armed forces during times of war.
22.5% · 15.2 pts
22.5% · 15.2 pts
Royal White Cross
5th Level British Campaign Medal: The Royal White Cross is a military decoration awarded to commissioned officers of captain and below who exhibit extreme courage and military proficiency in the face of the enemy while serving His Majesty's armed forces during time of war.
20.3% · 16.5 pts
20.3% · 16.5 pts
Grand Knight Cross
6th Level British Campaign Medal: The Grand Knight Cross is awarded to those individuals who provide significant service managing His Majesty's overseas territories, enlarging and enhancing territories in remote lands, bringing British Order to the furthest corners of the globe.
17.9% · 18.2 pts
17.9% · 18.2 pts
Navy Good Conduct Badge
2nd Level US Campaign Medal: This medal is awarded to ordinary seamen serving in the Continental Navy who have distinguished themselves in the face of the enemy, placing their life at risk. It is men like this on whom our new nation shall be built.
17.8% · 18.3 pts
17.8% · 18.3 pts
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
3rd Level US Campaign Medal: The Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal is awarded to sailors or marines who have made outstanding achievements or provided meritorious service that reflects honorably upon the Navy.
15.8% · 20.2 pts
15.8% · 20.2 pts
Royal Red Cross
7th Level British Campaign Medal: The Royal Red Cross is awarded to those individuals who have exhibited exceptional care of badly wounded soldiers in a combat environment over an extended period of time and whose ministrations eased the suffering of countless souls.
15.6% · 20.4 pts
15.6% · 20.4 pts
Navy Combat Action Medal
4th Level US Campaign Medal: The Navy Combat Action Medal is awarded to members of the sea service who have actively participated in ground or surface actions with honor to the Colonies and to the satisfaction of the Navy.
14.8% · 21.2 pts
14.8% · 21.2 pts
Navy and Marine Corps Medal
5th Level US Campaign Medal: The Navy and Marine Corps Medal is awarded to members of the sea service who have heroically risked their own lives in non-combat conditions to protect their ship or shipmates from harm in a manner that brings honor to the Colonies.
14.2% · 22 pts
14.2% · 22 pts
Defense Distinguished Service Medal
6th Level US Campaign Medal: The Defense Distinguished Service Medal is awarded to those individuals who have performed exceptionally distinguished service in the defense of the national security of the Colonies.
13.2% · 23.3 pts
13.2% · 23.3 pts
Order of British Empire
8th Level British Campaign Medal: The Star of Victory is awarded to commanding officers who have rendered significant service in overseas territories to the British Empire and who have brought honor and glory to his majesty, the King.
10.5% · 28 pts
10.5% · 28 pts
Order of the Bath
10th Level British Campaign Medal (Hard difficulty only): The Order of the Bath is awarded to commanding officers providing significant victories or eminent service during war that their names may be delivered down to posterity, accompanied by the marks of distinction which they have so nobly earned.
10% · 29.1 pts
10% · 29.1 pts
The Star of Victory
9th Level British Campaign Medal (Hard difficulty only): The Star of Victory is awarded to commanding officers who have rendered significant service in overseas territories to the British Empire and who have brought honor and glory to his majesty, the King.
9.9% · 29.3 pts
9.9% · 29.3 pts
Navy Distinguished Service Medal
7th Level US Campaign Medal: The Navy Distinguished Service Medal is awarded to officers serving in a duty or position of great responsibility to recognize distinguished or exceptionally meritorious service to the Navy in the performance of their duty to the Colonies.
9.2% · 31.1 pts
9.2% · 31.1 pts
Navy Commendation Cross
8th Level US Campaign Medal: The Navy Commendation Cross is awarded to mid-level officers whose personal actions in the face of enemy combat exemplifies the Navy's traditions of bravery and self-sacrifice of its officers.
8.7% · 32.5 pts
8.7% · 32.5 pts
Navy and Marine Corps Star
9th Level US Campaign Medal (Hard difficulty only): The Navy and Marine Corps Star is awarded to sea service members who exhibit outstanding gallantry while engaged with forces hostile to the Colonies at great personal risk to their own safety in the performance of their mission.
8.2% · 34.1 pts
8.2% · 34.1 pts
Navy Cross
10th Level US Campaign Medal (Hard difficulty only): The Navy Cross is the highest award the Navy can bestow upon members of the sea services, and awarded to individuals who exhibit extraordinary heroism in the performance of their duties in action against enemies hostile to the Colonies.
7.9% · 35.1 pts
7.9% · 35.1 pts
Barbary States Conqueror
After your heroic victories and the impressive actions against the pirates, the rulers of all Barbary States have dragged to the negotiations table under your terms. The Barbary piracy scourge is over and the sea trade is secured. Your achievement as the Barbary States Conqueror will echo in eternity your gallantry and your valuable services to the nation!