Warlock 2: The Exiled (2014)

Developer: Ino-Co Plus
Publisher: Paradox Interactive
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Strategy
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 1,296 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 53 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A deliberate strategy game of managing armies, magic, and territory on a hex map while racing rival mages to conquer shattered realms.

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What players say

Players praise Warlock 2 as a charming fantasy 4X but note it is unfinished with terrible UI and a cheating AI in sandbox mode. Many recommend the Renaissance mod as essential, and there is a call for a sequel.

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