Sangokushi II is a strategy game for PlayStation where players assume the role of a general seeking to unify China during a tumultuous period. Up to eight players can compete, navigating five scenarios that depict varying states of chaos and consolidation. Success hinges on controlling multiple states, with unique objectives for each scenario. Players can start from any available scenario, advancing automatically upon completion.
The player takes control of a master, a general capable of commanding as many states as he can acquire, and, if successful, unifies China. As many as eight may play, but only one can succeed. There are five chronologically arranged scenarios. The first has China in its most disorganized period and the last has virtually all of China controlled by one of three generals. The precise requirements for success in each of these scenarios differs, but in all cases the goal is to rule as many states as possible. After the completion of any scenario but number five the game will automatically advance to the next. You may start the game at any scenario.