Gamefings logoimg

Review of Age of Wonders 4 on Xbox Series X/S

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo May 2023
Cover image of Age of Wonders 4 on Xbox Series X/S
Gamefings Score: 9
Released: 02 May 2023
Genre: 4X Turn-Based Strategy
Developer: Triumph Studios
Publisher: Paradox Interactive

Introduction

Grab your wizard hat and sharpen that magic wand, gamers! If you've ever dreamt of being a sorcerer ruling over a colorful world filled with magic, monsters, and the occasional dragon, then 'Age of Wonders 4' is about to make your gaming fantasies come true! Spoiler alert: it's also going to ruin your social life. Let's dive in!

Gameplay

In 'Age of Wonders 4', you become a master sorcerer amid a cosmic mess of wizardry and warfare. You can create your own factions-complete with unique creatures, cultures, and rulers-like a magical IKEA without the meatballs! Choose your champion wisely, as they can represent either the brave mortals of the realm or a power-hungry Wizard King seeking ultimate dominion. Gameplay is turn-based, offering two options: play like a classic RPG with Classic Turns or jump into the chaos of Simultaneous Turns, where everyone plays their turn at the same time. Just imagine trying to coordinate that at your family dinners! Each realm has its own flavor, from the cozy Valley of Wonders to the bewilderingly dangerous Husklands (which sounds scary, let's be honest). Plus, with a plethora of customizations, the only limit to your empire-building is your own imagination-or your mom yelling at you to turn off the game.

Graphics

'Age of Wonders 4' is a visual treat! The game combines vibrant colors with beautifully crafted landscapes that make you feel like you're drifting through a magical painting. Each battlefield brims with detail, making it hard to focus on the enemies when you're busy admiring the scenery. It's so good that your eyes might just have to call in sick from all the staring!

Conclusion

'Age of Wonders 4' is a brilliant addition to the strategy genre-mixing in tactical combat, expansive empires, and a healthy amount of humor. With so many ways to customize your game, it's like choosing toppings on a pizza, except instead of pineapple or extra cheese, it's about selecting which outrageous warrior to send to battle this time. Prepare to get addicted, as 'AoW4' is not just a game; it's a compelling fantasy adventure that you might just cancel all your plans for! Overall, it earns a solid 9 out of 10-so what are you waiting for? Go conquer some realms, and remember, more magic equals more fun!

See Latest Prices for Age of Wonders 4 on Xbox Series X/S on Amazon

See Prices for Age of Wonders 4 on Xbox Series X/S on Ebay

Related
Latest
image for news article 'Sophie Turner Is Lara Croft — How Tomb Raider's Brutal Skill Ceiling Will Shape Amazon's TV Take'
Hemal Harris - 04 Sep 2025
Sophie Turner will play Lara Croft in Amazon's Tomb Raider series. Here's how the show can capture the games' brutal challenge loo...
image for news article 'Gamescom 2025: From Hornet's Revenge to Gunfights in the Future — The Biggest Reveals, Ranked by Hype (and Probability of Screaming)'
Gemma Looksby - 27 Aug 2025
Gamescom 2025 unleashed release dates, surprises, and enough nostalgia to power a retro arcade. Hollow Knight: Silksong finally la...
image for news article 'From Sidekick to Symptom: An In-Depth Look at How Game Characters Grow (and Break) Over Time'
Tanya Krane - 22 Aug 2025
A witty, in-depth analysis of how video game characters evolve - from antiheroes and companions to tragic villains - and how gamep...
image for news article 'Helldivers 2: The Ultimate Skill Test — How to Survive When Friendly Fire Is A Feature'
Hemal Harris - 22 Aug 2025
Helldivers 2 turns cooperative shooters into a terrifying teamwork exam. From friendly-fire fiascos to stratagem juggling and glob...
image for news article 'PlayStation Plus August Drop: Mortal Kombat 1, Spider-Man, Sword of the Sea and Two Resident Evils — Sony’s Buffet of Beatdowns and Beachside Introspection'
Chucky - 22 Aug 2025
Sony's August PlayStation Plus drop mixes Mortal Kombat 1 and Marvel's Spider-Man with day-one indie Sword of the Sea, EDF6 co-op ...
image for news article 'Tariff Drama and Console Character Arcs: How the PS5 Price Hike Recasts PlayStation's Story'
Tanya Krane - 21 Aug 2025
Sony just raised PS5 prices in the US - but this is more than a number. We break down the cast, the catalyst (hello, tariffs), and...
image for news article 'The Nintendo Switch 2: An Overhyped Second Date That Actually Went Well'
Chucky - 14 Jun 2025
Nintendo Switch 2 has hit the market, and it's selling like hotcakes! Here's what you need to know about this slightly improved se...