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Games like Lords of Magic: Special Edition

If Lords of Magic: Special Edition is your kind of game, the closest matches are Age of Wonders III, Age of Wonders II: The Wizard's Throne and Planar Conquest — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its atmospheric, epic and nostalgic. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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About Lords of Magic: Special Edition: Urak, once peaceful, is now a land of darkness, chaos and death. The people yearn for a champion to drive away the forces of evil. That champion is you.

2015StrategyRPG4.99 USDWindowsby Impressions Games
Lords of Magic: Special Edition — Steam game cover
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Eight unique elemental faiths to choose fromHybrid of empire management and tactical combatLegendary summons and spells per factionAtmosphericEpicNostalgic

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Steam players who put hours into Lords of Magic: Special Edition also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. Age of Wonders III

    WHY THIS

    Shares an epic mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Top pick for Lords of Magic: Special Edition fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Age of Wonders III is the long anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy series. Delivering a unique mix of Empire Building, Role Playing and Warfare, Age of Wonders III offers the ultimate in turn-based fantasy strategy for veterans of the series and new players alike!

    2014StrategyRPG29.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Age of Wonders II: The Wizard's Throne

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Second-strongest match for Lords of Magic: Special Edition fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Age of Wonders II is the wildly anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy phenomenon. Delivering an invigorating mix of Empire Building, Role-playing, and Warfare, Age of Wonders II brings s turn-based strategy to new heights.

    2010StrategyRPG9.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Planar Conquest

    WHY THIS

    Shares hero progression and an atmospheric mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Third-strongest match for Lords of Magic: Special Edition fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Become an all-powerful Sorcerer Lord and lead one of 8 different races to the ultimate victory. Explore multiple planes of existence, raid dungeons, and conquer cities. Expand your armies, cast mighty spells, and summon godly creatures to do your bidding. Fight the enemies in D20 OGL battles.

    2016StrategyIndieSimulation0.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Deity Empires

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Ranked #4 for Lords of Magic: Special Edition fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Deity Empires is a 4X, turn-based strategy game with a powerful “just one more turn” feel! Enter an intricate fantasy world as one of many deities posed to become ruler of the world.

    2018StrategyRPG24.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Drakensang

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Ranked #5 for Lords of Magic: Special Edition fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Drakensang is a third-person party-based RPG based on the pen & paper role-play rules of The Dark Eye. Drakensang is the first PC game for over 10 years to be based on Germany's most successful and popular role-play system. Drakensang builds on the pen & paper rules as applied in version 4.0.

    2009RPG9.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Aarklash: Legacy

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Ranked #6 for Lords of Magic: Special Edition fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    In Aarklash: Legacy take command of a mercenary squad in search of truth and guide it through countless battles.Welcome to Aarklash, a land of chaos where incessant battles between the forces of Light, Destiny and Darkness have lasted since the beginning of time.

    2013StrategyAdventure15.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Drakensang: The River of Time

    WHY THIS

    Shares real time with pause combat and an atmospheric mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Ranked #7 for Lords of Magic: Special Edition fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    The prequel to Radon Labs' award-winning RPG, Drakensang: The River of Time introduces a brand new story within the Drakensang universe. The new story brings many innovations and new game elements for experienced as well for first time players, who will jump right into the fascinating medieval fantasy RPG scenario of Drakensang: The...

    2011RPG19.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Conquest of Elysium 4

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Ranked #8 for Lords of Magic: Special Edition fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Conquest of Elysium 4 is a quick turn based fantasy strategy game with a touch of rogue-like. The game is full of depth, details and monsters. There are also a huge number of factions, each with its own unique gameplay and magic rituals.

    2015StrategyIndie24.99 USDSteam ↗

Reviewers mention these as similar to Lords of Magic: Special Edition

Surfaced from review text: when other players write 'if you liked X, try Y', we catch the name and resolve it back to a Steam game.

  1. Heroes of Might & Magic V

    WHY THIS

    Shares faction politics and a nostalgic mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Reviewers of Lords of Magic: Special Edition cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Witness the amazing evolution of the genre-defining strategy game as it becomes a next-generation phenomenon, melding classic deep fantasy with next-generation visuals and gameplay. In the renowned Might & Magic universe, demon swarms spread chaos over the land in a relentless assault.

    2008Strategy9.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Lord of the Rings: War in the North

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Lords of Magic: Special Edition cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Work together or die alone in this epic quest to turn the tides in the War of the Ring.

    2011ActionRPGSteam ↗
  3. Master of Orion

    WHY THIS

    Shares an epic mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Reviewers of Lords of Magic: Special Edition cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    The ascendant spacefaring 4X strategy game returns! A new chapter in the epic Master of Orion saga is poised to once again capture the imaginations of millions of gamers.

    2016Strategy24.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Lords of the Realm II

    WHY THIS

    Shares faction politics and a retro mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Reviewers of Lords of Magic: Special Edition cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy and RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    The great Lords of England have their eyes on the the English throne! Muster an army and overrun your enemies' castles in this classic, nail-biting strategy game that blends turn-based and real-time gameplay.

    2015StrategyRPG2.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era

    WHY THIS

    Shares faction politics, resource management and a nostalgic mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Reviewers of Lords of Magic: Special Edition cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy and RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is the official prequel hailing back to the origins of the genre-defining, critically acclaimed series of turn-based strategy games. Raise grand armies and wield devastating spells to overcome your foes in both solo and multiplayer.

    2026StrategyRPGEarly Access29.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Lords of Magic: Special Edition at current Steam store prices.

  1. The Test

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Lords of Magic: Special Edition on Steam right now. Shares RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. shapez

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Lords of Magic: Special Edition on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    shapez is an easy-going, minimalistic factory building game about the automation of shapes through extraction and satisfying production lines. Adapt to increasingly complex shapes and grow your factory across an infinitely expanding map. Your only limitation is your creativity!

    2020StrategyIndieSimulation0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. The Test: Hypothesis Rising

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Lords of Magic: Special Edition on Steam right now. Shares RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    The second chapter in The Test trilogy. Answer a series of in-depth questions to reveal hidden truths about yourself and unlock secrets to discover how your life can change drastically with just a few, slight modifications. ...But are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. The Test: Final Revelation

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Lords of Magic: Special Edition on Steam right now. Shares RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    The third chapter in The Test Trilogy. Answer a series of in-depth questions to reveal hidden truths about yourself and unlock secrets to discover who you really are as a person. The Final Revelation is upon us... but are you sure you TRULY want the answers you seek?

    2020SimulationRPG1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. The NOexistenceN of you AND me

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Lords of Magic: Special Edition on Steam right now. Shares RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Use "game" as a medium to showcase the world of "you/girl". Explore the truth of "you/girl/world" through the form of a "visual novel".

    2024IndieAdventureRPG1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Bejeweled® 3

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Lords of Magic: Special Edition on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    The biggest, brightest Bejeweled ever! Discover all-new ways to play the world’s #1 puzzle game. Find your perfect match with 8 breathtaking game modes that meet all your moods.

    2010StrategyCasual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Dictators:No Peace Countryballs

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Lords of Magic: Special Edition on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Dictators : No Peace Countryballs is a war simulation and dictator game. This is a fun,simple and some say a funny countryballs game. If you like simulation games, you will love playing Dictators : No Peace. Play as a dictator of your favourite country and colonize the world.

    2020StrategyIndieSimulation0.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Majesty Gold HD

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Lords of Magic: Special Edition on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    The High Definition edition of Majesty Gold contains main game, the Northern Expansion Pack as well as 2 new quests and several other graphics and gameplay updates.Majesty is a Real-time strategy game with indirect control – your heroes have a will of their own!

    2009StrategySimulation2.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Epic Battle Fantasy 3

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Epic Battle Fantasy 3 is a silly turn-based JRPG, full of useless NPCs, rabid cats, childish humor, unreasonably large weapons, anime boobs, and other nonsense. And it's totally free!

    2016IndieAdventureRPGFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. GWENT: The Witcher Card Game

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy and RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Command mighty Witcher-world heroes in epic online PvP card battles!

    2020StrategyRPGFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  3. Shakes and Fidget

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Shakes & Fidget is a hilarious fantasy role-playing satire and at the same time, an award-winning RPG! Sounds crazy? With over 50 million enthusiastic players, it ranks among the most celebrated online role-playing games worldwide!

    2016StrategyIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Soda Dungeon

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Pop the top on some legendary action with Soda Dungeon, the fresh and fizzy hit mobile RPG adventure, now available on your desktop! Manage your team as you raid the local dungeons, upgrade your tavern, and attract new party members. Gold, legendary items, and more await you.

    2017RPGFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Card Hunter

    WHY THIS

    Shares a retro mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy and RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Shuffle your cards and ready your dice - Card Hunter is a fresh new card gaming spin on classic tabletop RPGs. Battle your way through a massive campaign solo or with friends and compete with other players in ranked play and tournaments.

    2015StrategyRPGFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Battle for Wesnoth

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    The Battle for Wesnoth is an open source, turn-based strategy game with a high fantasy theme. Explore the four corners of Irdya in seventeen solo campaigns and dozens of multiplayer maps, taking part in countless adventures as you go.

    2018StrategyIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Soda Dungeon 2

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Everyone’s favorite laid-back dungeon crawler returns in Soda Dungeon 2. Featuring a new adventure, a whole town to upgrade, crafting, new classes, alternate dimensions, and more! It’s everything you loved about the original plus all the stuff you’ve been asking for.

    2020IndieRPGFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Cave Crawlers

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Cave Crawlers is a 1-10 player rogue lite set deep underground in a system of randomly generated caves. Players use weapons, spells, and talents to defeat the unique bosses and enemies found in each biome.

    2023ActionStrategyIndieFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

More from Impressions Games

Other recommendable Steam games by Impressions Games, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. Pharaoh + Cleopatra

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Impressions Games, the studio behind Lords of Magic: Special Edition. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Immerse yourself in Ancient Egypt from the age of the great pyramids to the final years of the New Kingdom.

    2016StrategySimulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Caesar™ 3

    WHY THIS

    Shares resource management and a nostalgic mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Another title from Impressions Games, the studio behind Lords of Magic: Special Edition. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Prove your strength of mind and spirit and you just may be crowned Caesar!

    2016StrategySimulation5.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Zeus + Poseidon

    WHY THIS

    Shares resource management and an epic mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Another title from Impressions Games, the studio behind Lords of Magic: Special Edition. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Zeus + Poseidon delivers hundreds of hours of gameplay in one game!

    2016Strategy9.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Lords of the Realm II

    WHY THIS

    Shares faction politics and a retro mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Another title from Impressions Games, the studio behind Lords of Magic: Special Edition. Shares Strategy and RPG with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    The great Lords of England have their eyes on the the English throne! Muster an army and overrun your enemies' castles in this classic, nail-biting strategy game that blends turn-based and real-time gameplay.

    2015StrategyRPG2.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Lords of the Realm

    WHY THIS

    Shares resource management and a retro mood with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    Another title from Impressions Games, the studio behind Lords of Magic: Special Edition. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    The year is 1268 and the English throne lies empty. Fight for the right to be King in this classic blend of turn-based and real-time strategy.

    2015Strategy1.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Lords of the Realm III

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Impressions Games, the studio behind Lords of Magic: Special Edition. Shares Strategy with Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

    When it comes to medieval real-time strategy, Lords of the Realm III flies the flag high. Whether it's maneuvering troops on the battlefield, negotiating trade and alliances, or overseeing armies across the lands, RTS fans will find plenty here to enjoy.

    2015StrategySimulation4.99 USDSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Lords of Magic: Special Edition

How much does Lords of Magic: Special Edition cost?
Lords of Magic: Special Edition is listed on Steam at 4.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Lords of Magic: Special Edition?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Lords of Magic: Special Edition are Age of Wonders III, Age of Wonders II: The Wizard's Throne, Planar Conquest.
Who developed Lords of Magic: Special Edition?
Lords of Magic: Special Edition was developed by Impressions Games and published by Rebellion.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Lords of Magic: Special Edition.

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