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Cohort II is a strategy game released in 1993 for MS-DOS, developed and published by Impressions Games. Set in a historical period spanning roughly 200 BC to 200 AD, it focuses on tactical warfare in classical antiquity. The game functions as a significant upgrade to its predecessor and is also designed as a module that integrates with the developer's title Caesar, allowing players to transition from strategic campaign management to resolving individual battles.

Players command military forces from a top-down perspective, setting up battles between Roman armies, various barbarian factions, or pitting Romans against barbarians. The game provides over two dozen predefined scenarios for immediate play. Progression involves managing units of different sizes and types on a battlefield, with the computer opponent employing a variety of tactics that adapt based on the flow of combat. This system aims to create varied engagements, so replaying the same scenario can yield different tactical situations. The core gameplay revolves around direct unit control and tactical decision-making during these confrontations.

The game's mechanics are centered on real-time tactical command, though the implementation does not strive for strict historical accuracy in unit behavior. Players issue orders to their cohorts, maneuvering them to gain positional advantages and defeat the opposing force. The interlocking system with Caesar represents a notable feature, offering a broader campaign context for the tactical battles. Visuals were upgraded for this release, moving to a VGA graphical standard.