It's basically the traditional board with inferior graphics and with no neutral armies. I prefer a version with neutrals, first mover advantage is less that way. But it's still very good.
First mover advantage is quite big on this board, so avoid a two-player game. Telling bonus areas apart is also more difficult than usual. But can work well enough for multi-player when you're used to it.
Found it a bit difficult. Dropped a country bonus or two to my opponent from not noticing he had one. You'll want to be experienced to do well at this one.