not really sure about the strategy part, the preview says this:

¨Rise & Fall will feature multiple strategy components. The primary (and most exciting) one will be the core real-time strategy combat, which looks to have a flavor somewhat similar to the Total War series, with scores of units clashing on the blood-soaked battlefield. Afterward, you'll be tasked with strategizing to finance and maintain your empire amidst a sea of conflict. ¨