This is the best possible system...

It doesn't take anything away from the game, and simply makes it easier for players to learn and know the buildings and maybe units that they are using...

Now, when I stumble across names that are completely unfamiliar to me (usually of the Getai, Sweboz, Iberia, Celtic and Steppe factions), I will take the time to read the description (they offer great historical information plus good gameplay tips ), but I can understand that in mid game, you need to decide what to build fast, and an English translation can help you do just that...