The following draft explores Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII (RTK XIII)
: Every character maintains an opinion of others, ranging from -100 to 100. Stronger bonds (up to level 4 or special level 5 "Special Bonds") prevent betrayal and provide stat bonuses when working together. War Councils & Battle Strategies Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII v17.05.2022
: Added in updates to allow you to insert your own custom portraits, making your personal protagonist's rise to power feel unique. Prosperity Loops : Deepen your city's story by hitting tier targets for Farms, Culture, and Markets The following draft explores Romance of the Three
The patch notes for this version are not publicly available, but some potential changes may include: New players: Smoother early experience, clearer UI, and
Bond & Marriage: You can form level 5 "Special Bonds" with historical figures and have up to three spouses.
Final Score (as of 2025): 9.2/10 – With mods, a masterpiece. Without mods, a classic.
The version designation "v17.05.2022" for Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII (RTK 13) likely refers to a specific build date rather than a major content patch, as the game’s primary development cycle concluded years prior with the Fame and Strategy Expansion Pack (2017).