Nobunaga's Ambition
DOS1988 strategy
Nobunaga's Ambition 2
DOS1989 strategy
Nobunaga's Ambition 6
DOS1994 strategy
Nobunaga’s Ambition is a long-running historical strategy series by Koei (now Koei Tecmo), debuting on PC in 1983. Set in Japan’s Sengoku era, it lets players step into the shoes of warlords like Oda Nobunaga, managing armies, diplomacy, and economics while striving to unify the nation. Known for its depth and complexity, it blends grand strategy with tactical battles, rewarding careful planning over brute force.
While less mainstream than Koei’s Romance of the Three Kingdoms, it has a loyal following, especially among fans of historical sims. With numerous sequels and modern revivals, it remains a cornerstone of Japanese strategy gaming.