Based on my high expectations I give it an 8 out of 10. I have only played about 6 hours and the battles are impressive and the AI in greatly improved. I am disappointed with the use of some of the RTW features instead of the original MTW such as titles and determination of the faction heir. I need to better understand the economic drivers (merchants) as I never had a problem amassing enough florins in the original and I am having issues with my current campaign.