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Age of Wonders II: The Wizard's Throne

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2010

Should you play it?

Age of Wonders II is the wildly anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy phenomenon. Delivering an invigorating mix of Empire Building, Role-playing, and Warfare, Age of Wonders II brings s turn-based strategy to new heights.

What works

  • Deep and challenging strategy gameplay
  • Rich fantasy setting with diverse races and magic
  • Long, replayable campaigns and skirmishes
  • Strong progression and customization options
  • Engaging tactical combat system

Things to keep in mind

  • Dated graphics and interface
  • Some technical issues on modern systems
  • Slow pacing and occasional repetitiveness
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Limited multiplayer and social interaction

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Age of Wonders

  • Tzar: The Burden of the Crown

  • Age of Wonders 4

  • Age of Wonders III

  • STAR WARS™ Galactic Battlegrounds Saga

  • Master of Orion 2

Less competitive

Games that feels like Age of Wonders II: The Wizard's Throne but with less competition against others

  • SpellForce: Conquest of Eo

  • Elemental: Reforged

  • Heroes of the Three Kingdoms 5

  • Eador. Imperium

  • Battle Brothers

  • King's Bounty: Crossworlds

Less social

Games that feels like Age of Wonders II: The Wizard's Throne but with less teamwork and cooperation

  • Disciples Sacred Lands Gold

  • King's Bounty: Warriors of the North

  • Master of Magic Classic

  • Eador: Genesis

  • Disciples II: Rise of the Elves

  • Disciples II: Gallean's Return

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From the same developer

From the same developer, ranked by motivational fit.

  • Age of Wonders Shadow Magic

  • Age of Wonders

  • Age of Wonders 4

  • Age of Wonders III

  • Age of Wonders: Planetfall

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Age of Wonders II: The Wizard's Throne: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Fellowship, Domination. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Status, Intimacy.

Last update: 21/08/2026