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Champion of the Raj is a strategy game released in 1991 for the MS-DOS platform. Developed by Level 9 Computing, Ltd. and published by Personal Software Services, it combines arcade, historical battle, and managerial elements. The game is set in 1800 India and presents a top-down view, where the player assumes command of one of several factions, including the British, French, Mogul Empire, Marathas, Sikhs, or Gurkhas, all competing for regional dominance.

Players manage their chosen faction's territories, which generate tax revenue. This income can be allocated to various strategic areas: hiring military units, enhancing weaponry, or investing in industrial development and public order. The core progression involves using military strength to attack and capture adjacent territories, thereby expanding the empire. Alongside direct conquest, players can engage in diplomatic negotiations to peacefully annex new regions. The outcome of these talks is frequently determined by success in short arcade-style sequences, such as an elephant race or a tiger hunt.

The game's structure alternates between strategic management on a map and action-oriented arcade challenges. These interactive sequences also occur after significant events, like the capture of an enemy palace. This blend of resource management, territorial expansion, and skill-based mini-games defines the gameplay loop as players work to consolidate control over the subcontinent.