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Age of Conquest IV

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Linux • 2016

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Quick resume

Age of Conquest is a turn-based grand strategy wargame.

Global score

82/100

Genres

Indie, Strategy, Free To Play, Turn-based strategy (TBS)

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    Pros

    • Free to play with substantial content
    • Simple yet deep strategic gameplay
    • Active developer and community
    • Multiplayer with flexible turn timers
    • Map editor and mod support

    Cons

    • Limited free maps, many paid
    • Ui can be confusing and clunky
    • Some server instability reported
    • Graphics and sound are basic
    • Multiplayer matchmaking and player base limited

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Domination, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Idle. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fantasy, Story.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      4

      "Players have freedom to choose nations, strategies, and manage economy and diplomacy with multiple options."

    • Competence
      3

      "Game offers strategic depth and challenge especially at higher difficulties and multiplayer, but mechanics are relatively simple."

    • Competition
      4

      "Multiplayer with ranked matches, leaderboards, and competitive play is a core feature."

    • Continuation
      3

      "Many players report addictive gameplay with long sessions and habitual play."

    • Cooperation
      2

      "Diplomacy and alliances are important, but cooperation is limited and often competitive."

    • Creativity
      2

      "Map editor and mod support allow creation and customization, though gameplay elements are fixed."

    • Domination
      3

      "Players aim to dominate others by conquering territory and defeating kings, with some ganging up in multiplayer."

    • Escapism
      3

      "Players use the game as a distraction and time filler, enjoying strategic immersion."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily for fun and interest, no evidence of obligation or pressure."

    • Experimenting
      3

      "Players try different strategies, maps, and game modes, exploring mechanics and tactics."

    • Exploration
      2

      "Multiple maps and scenarios encourage discovery, though many maps are paid content."

    • Expression
      1

      "Some avatar customization and map creation, but limited character or environment personalization."

    • Fantasy
      -3

      "Game is based on historical and realistic settings with plausible mechanics, minimal fantasy elements."

    • Fellowship
      3

      "Community interaction, multiplayer, and clan features foster social connection."

    • Growth
      3

      "Players learn economic management, diplomacy, and strategic planning over time."

    • Health
      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

    • Idle
      2

      "Turn-based gameplay allows for intermittent play and multitasking, but some sessions require focus."

    • Intimacy
      1

      "Some social interaction in multiplayer but limited emotional or close relationship formation."

    • Leadership
      3

      "Players lead nations and armies, make strategic decisions and guide alliances."

    • Progression
      4

      "Players accumulate territory, armies, upgrades, and resources to grow power."

    • Relaxation
      2

      "Game balances challenge and flow, providing enjoyable tension release."

    • Sensation
      1

      "Visuals and audio are functional but not highly stimulating; focus is on strategy."

    • Status
      2

      "Leaderboards and rankings provide recognition in multiplayer community."

    • Story
      -4

      "No narrative or lore; gameplay is context-free conquest and strategy."

    • Strategy
      5

      "Core gameplay revolves around strategic planning, economic management, and tactical decisions."

    • Thrill
      2

      "Some suspense from multiplayer unpredictability and timing of moves."

    • Value
      3

      "Free to play with optional purchases; players feel good value from free content and gameplay."

    • Violence
      3

      "Combat and conquest are central, involving battles and territory capture."

    • Survival
      2

      "Players manage resources and population happiness to avoid rebellion and defeat."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026