Age of Wonders: Planetfall similar games & best alternatives

Age of Wonders: Planetfall

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One • 2019

Should you play it?

Age of Wonders: Planetfall is the new strategy game from Triumph Studios, creators of the critically acclaimed Age of Wonders series, bringing all the exciting tactical turn-based combat and in-depth empire building of its predecessors to space in an all-new, sci-fi setting.

What works
  • Deep tactical combat
  • Extensive unit and hero customization
  • Diverse factions and tech trees
  • Engaging sci-fi setting
  • Strong replayability and multiplayer support
Things to keep in mind
  • Steep learning curve
  • Some ui and pacing issues
  • Campaign story weaker than gameplay
  • Late game city management can be tedious
  • Ai can be inconsistent

What to play next

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  • Age of Wonders 4

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Age of Wonders: Planetfall: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Status, Cooperation. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story, Creativity, Expression.

Why this game works

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