Critics and players generally praise the game for successfully modernizing the "one more turn" addiction of retro strategy titles while introducing its own identity.
While widely acclaimed, some community feedback has noted a steep difficulty curve in early campaign missions and occasional AI shortcomings.
Oppressed swamp-dwellers (frog-like creatures and dragons) reclaiming their heritage.
Beyond PC and macOS, the game is available on PlayStation 5 , Xbox Series X/S , and Nintendo Switch , with mobile ports (Android/iOS) released in early 2025.
When Wielders clash, the game shifts to a hex-based grid. Unlike its predecessors, the magic system relies on Essence , which is generated by the specific units in your army each turn, rather than a static mana pool.
Traditional medieval knights and archers allied with the faerie-like Faey.
Merchant states specializing in mercenaries and gunpowder technology.