KRAFTON’s latest player vs player strategy title, Road to Valor: Empires, has proven its mettle in India,
amassing a staggering one million players by December 2023. The introduction of the Indian faction, has
sparked enthusiasm among the gaming community, providing players a localised gaming experience into
the heart of India’s rich cultural tapestry.
Here are the top trends that made players rally their units and favour the game in 2023:
Strategic Showdown: Most Popular Faction
Most popular among players of Road to Valor: Empires in the year 2023 was the Roman Faction. With
powerful cavalry and epic units such as Spartacus, this faction emerged as the predominant choice
among the five formidable factions available in the game – Indian, Japan, Persian and Norman factions
Iconic Warriors: Favourite Units
Players showed distinct play styles and preferences by mixing and matching their favorite units from
each faction. Some of the constant favorites were:
o The Royal Dancer – Indian Faction
o Samurai – Japan Faction
o Berserkers – Norman Faction
o Desert Scouts – Persian Faction
o Legion Spearmen – Roman Faction
Guardian Tactics: Cyrus of Persia Takes the Lead
Guardians possess a host of skills that can turn the tides of the battle. Players can choose from 15 of
them and adopt different and unique strategies to make things interesting in the battlefield with their
abilities. Cyrus of the Persian Faction emerged as the player favorite in 2023.
The Rise of the Indian Faction
With the introduction of the mighty Indian Faction, 60% of new players strategically integrated four or
more Indian units into their decks. Amaira, the healer of allies, emerged as the popular Guardian of the
Indian faction. The top 3 Indian faction units in terms of popularity are:
o Royal Dancer: A skillful and elegant unit that is popular among players.
o Chekavar: A powerful and versatile unit that can be used for both offense and defense.
o Heavy Thorn Armor Cavalry: A heavily armored cavalry unit that is effective against enemy
infantry.
As we bid farewell to 2023, Road to Valor: Empires remains a testament to the tactical acumen and
diverse preferences within the gaming community. Anticipate more conquests, challenges, and victories
as we embark on the journey into 2024.
Anticipate more conquests, challenges, and victories as we embark on the journey into 2024. May your
empires prosper and thrive this year!
