The graphical interface was re-designed for use when playing an Islamic character. Sword of Islam expands that premise, to allow the gamer to play as any of the Islamic characters in the game, and introduces new events and actions only available to the characters of those related religions. In the original game, the player can play as any Christian dynasty. The expansion introduces the Hajj, in which the player can conduct the Tawaf around the Kaaba (pictured).
