Age of Wonders III

Age of Wonders III, like the previous games in the series, is a turn-based strategy game set within a high fantasy universe where the player assumes the role of a political-military leader. Gameplay is 4X-based, with players exploring the world map and slowly building an empire through colonization, warfare and diplomacy with rival powers. New to this entry is a greater use of role-playing features, as players first choose and customize their leader. Players rule as one of six leader classes: Sorcerer, Theocrat, Rogue, Warlord, Archdruid or the tech-focused Dreadnought. Each class researches its own skills. The empire is built from one of six main races, which are humans, high elves, dwarves, orcs, goblins and draconians. The world holds more than 50 location types to raid for treasure, and players can build new settlements and form pacts with monster dwellings. Battles use a 3D turn-based tactical combat system with flanking and hundreds of army abilities, and heroes can be equipped with magical weapons. Modes include a story campaign playable from two sides, a random map generator for endless scenarios and online multiplayer for up to 8 players.