Age of Wonders
Age of Wonders is a 1999 turn-based strategy game developed by Triumph Studios. It combines empire-building with tactical fantasy combat, as players lead one of many races through a war-torn world, exploring the map, capturing and developing cities, recruiting heroes, and resolving battles on separate tactical maps when armies clash.
The game drew comparisons to Master of Magic and Heroes of Might and Magic, blending strategic conquest with a story-driven campaign centered on the conflict between the Keepers, who favor coexistence among races, and the vengeful Cult of Storms, with the player's allegiance shaping the path through the missions. Deep unit rosters, a wide array of magic and hero abilities, and rich fantasy lore won it a loyal audience and launched a long-running series that would grow considerably in scope.
Age of Wonders and its sequels remain available through digital storefronts, and the franchise has continued into modern entries that carry its fantasy strategy blend forward.
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Modern alternatives to Age of Wonders, with the devices they run on and their price. Ordered editorially by how well each one stands in for the original, with community votes weighted in as they accumulate.
Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.
| Alternative | Price | Steam Deck | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Songs of Conquest Indie | € 29,99 | Steam Deck Verified | PC, Mac, Linux |
| Fantasy General II | € 38,99 | Steam Deck Unsupported | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch |
| Age of Wonders 4 | € 49,99 | Steam Deck Playable | PC, Mac, Linux |
| Age of Wonders III | € 29,99 | Steam Deck Playable | PC, Mac, Linux |
| Age of Wonders | € 6,99 | Steam Deck Unsupported | PC |
Songs of Conquest Indie
€ 29,99An indie fantasy strategy game inspired by the classic hero-led format.
Songs of Conquest runs on PC, Mac, Linux. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
Fantasy General II
€ 38,99Turn-based fantasy warfare with a persistent army you carry between battles.
Fantasy General II runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet.
Age of Wonders 4
€ 49,99The modern entry with empire-building and tactical fantasy battles.
Age of Wonders 4 runs on PC, Mac, Linux. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
Age of Wonders III
€ 29,99The entry most fans point to, with class-and-race leaders and tactical hex battles.
Age of Wonders III runs on PC, Mac, Linux. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
Age of Wonders
€ 6,99The original fantasy strategy game, packaged for modern PCs.
Age of Wonders runs on PC. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
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