Age of Wonders 4

Age of Wonders 4 is a 4X strategy game built around turn-based tactical battles and empire customization. You control a faction led by a Wizard King, expanding territory through a mix of diplomacy, conquest, and magical research. The faction system lets you evolve your civilization mid-campaign based on choices you make—unlocking new unit types, abilities, and playstyles as you progress. Combat plays out on tactical grids where positioning and unit composition matter. Between battles, you'll manage cities, research Tomes of Magic that grant faction-wide bonuses, and respond to story events that shape your ruler's path. The customization runs deep: you design your leader, pick starting traits, and steer your people's identity through gameplay rather than locking into a preset race. It's for players who want strategic depth with room to experiment across multiple runs.