Today, many are eagerly awaiting the release of "Cossacks 3," but long before this strategy game's announcement, the "Cossacks: Empire" mod (released in 2006) was often called that. It's unofficial, but development was supported by GSC Game World. This expansion is often considered a full-fledged sequel, as it introduces a new era — the Napoleonic 19th century — and makes the artificial intelligence much more dangerous. Everything unfolds sequentially: victories in the past do not guarantee triumph in the present. It's just that buildings and troops from the 17th century will be ineffective in the 18th century, and so on. Let's return to the smarter AI. If it's Imperial, and the non-aggression time is either non-existent or short—10-15 minutes — it's safe to say that even a veteran of online battles will have a very difficult time. In this regard, the original is inferior to the expansion. It's also worth noting that the number of starting options has significantly increased. For example, you can play without cannons or artillery. To avoid becoming stale, you should constantly challenge yourself and your opponent, testing your ability to adapt to unusual conditions. Yes, everyone should download the Cossacks Empire torrent, as the mod is definitely worth checking out!