Emperor Edition + free DLC announced (RELEASED)

[edyzmedieval]

So yes, they've pretty much confirmed the R2TW Emperor Edition, which is free for all existing owners of the game.

The main change is the Augustus DLC - a single player campaign that covers the Wars of August. The Rally Point covers all of the details. I pretty much like the idea of more content for R2TW, it's shaping up nicely, it's pretty much turning into a complete game with all of the extras.

That being said, I hope for more content.

Thoughts?

[Hooahguy]

And here is a FAQ posted by Jack Lusted over on the TWC:

If I buy ROME II today (or at any point up to the launch of Emperor Edition) will I still get the free upgrade to Emperor Edition when it launches?
Yes.

What platforms will Emperor Edition be available for?
Mac and PC via Steamplay, buy it once and play it on both platforms.
If you already own ROME II, you will be granted a Mac version of the game for free, again via Steamplay.

Does the Emperor Edition contain all DLC?
The Emperor Edition contains all Free-LC and content updates that have been applied to ROME II since launch , including but not limited to Pontus, Seleucid, Getae and Baktrian factions, Wonders & Seasons, touch controls, twitch.tv integration, roster updates for Carthage, Epirus and Suebi, additional units (Hexbearers, African Elephants, etc, etc), new achievements, Battle of Pydna, new seasonal festival events and so forth.

If you already own ROME II and have updated it to the latest version via Steam, you will already have access to this content.

The Emperor Edition will also include the new Imperator Augustus Campaign Pack DLC. This is a brand new Campaign Pack DLC launching at the same time as the Emperor Edition.
All other paid-for ROME II DLC is not included in the Emperor Edition, but is compatible with it.

I already own ROME II, how do I get the Emperor Edition and the Imperator Augustus Campaign Pack DLC when it releases?
On launch day, your version of ROME II will automatically update to the Emperor Edition like any other update or patch (as long as you have set the game to auto-update via Steam) and the Imperator Augustus Campaign Pack will become available for you to download.

When will the Emperor Edition launch?
Very soon, follow us on Facebook, Twitter or check on the official forums for the release date announcement in the next couple of weeks.

Does this mean that once the Emperor Edition is launched, there be no more DLC or Free-LC for ROME II released?
No.

What will happen to the original version of ROME II once the Emperor Edition is released?
There will no longer be an original version of ROME II, all versions on sale will be the Emperor Edition. If you find an original version of ROME II on sale in a shop at any point in the future, bring it home and install it, it will be upgraded via Steam to the Emperor Edition.

What ‘s this about a beta?
There will be an experimental beta released soon that will test SOME of the features going into the Emperor Edition. If you are interested in trying it out follow us on Facebook, Twitter or check on the official forums for news as it breaks.

So Imperator Augustus Campaign Pack, what’s in that?
Like Caesar in Gaul and Hannibal at the Gates, it’s set on a new version of the Campaign Map (biggest yet for a Campaign Pack, with the most playable factions), and it’ll put you in the midst of the Triumvirate War that originally lead to the enshrinement of Rome’s first Emperor. Will you recreate that incredible feat or usurp that outcome? We will be letting you know all the details and features shortly, keep an eye on the forums and Facebook, also our Twitch Channel for some up-coming streams.

Some retailers are listing the wrong details for Emperor Edition?

All legitimate retailers have been contacted well before now and told to correct their information. If you have ordered from a retailer and you have questions about the details they are listing, please contact them.

And just to clarify, Jack also said that the politics changes will apply to all campaigns except for Caesar in Gaul, not just the new one.

[easytarget]

Sorry if this was mentioned somewhere and I missed it, but when is this coming out?