The RPG layer is where Imperium adds its most significant new content compared to previous titles:
You play as an "Astral," a god-like being competing with others to conquer these shards.
The game was famously plagued by bugs at launch and experienced a rocky development cycle when the original team left the project, though subsequent developers have worked to stabilize the experience.
Units gain experience and level up individually. Losing a high-level unit can be devastating, as their veterancy bonuses often outweigh raw stats.
