(From the back of the game box) The order is given. Prepare for battle. In the explosive tradition of Man of War comes the all-new high seas combat of Man of War II. Take command as a Fleet Admiral, Division Commander, or Ship's Captain and face the fury of a broadside, the terror of a boarding action and the thrill of a glorious victory in a real-time first person perspective. Explosive real-time naval combat set during the Age of Sail Sign on in the role of Fleet Admiral, Division Commander or Ship Captain. Take command of your ship by managing crew assignments, types of cannon shot and the targeting of enemy vessels. Create your own character - complete with name, portrait and biography. Then enter into battle and watch him grow in rank and stature. Customize conditions such as rate of cannon fire, ship handling and damage effects to create the experience you desire. Enlist in 2 campaigns and over 20 different historical scenarios including epic fleet actions like Trafalgar. Trade broadsides with an advanced computer opponent or go ship to ship in multiplayer (Internet/LAN) mode with up to 32 players in simultaneous combat.