Im making a historically based game set around 50 B.C. , what should I know?

by GameDev25

I'm trying to learn as much as I can about Rome, Gallia and Egypt. Can you give me a summary and maybe some documentaries to make sure I get it right?

I've already got my eye on the Gallic Wars, but I don't know much about the tribes or Rome in this time. I know little to nothing about Egypt in this time period as well.

elos_

I have to ask...if you know nothing about these peoples or the history of the period why are you insistent on making a historically accurate game based on this period? Just on a personal note I think you should try to either focus on something you know about or make a real concerted effort to know about these things before you make this kind of choice. I know that's precisely what this post is trying to achieve but, y'know?

I suggest you look at our extensive book list in this area and see what interests you. If you're especially keen on the Gallic Wars you may as well read the work from the man himself, a personal commentary on the matter by Julius Caesar.