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More about this game →We filtered the 50 games similar to Age of Wonders III down to the 14 that fit the “Xbox” category. Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition, Baldur's Gate 3 and Dungeon Defenders top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Age of Wonders III.
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Within the “Xbox” category, the closest game to Age of Wonders III is Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition — scoring 85/100 on our similarity scale. Baldur's Gate 3 and Dungeon Defenders follow close behind.
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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Age of Wonders III. Each one has been evaluated across 10 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.
✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and combat tactical
≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, card game strategy and strong narrative focus, while skipping visual third person
✓ Same family of isometric Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and combat tactical
≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping visual third person
Gather your party, and return to the Forgotten Realms in a tale of fellowship and betrayal, sacrifice and survival, and the lure of absolute power. Mysterious abilities are awakening inside you, drawn from a Mind Flayer parasite planted in your brain.
Released 9 years after Age of Wonders III.
✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and combat tactical
≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, tower defense planning and adventure storytelling
A tower defence and action RPG hybrid: build the maze between waves, then fight in it yourself with a levelling hero, designed for four-player co-op and long loot grinds. The first game is still the one people return to. The complaint from long-time players is what happened after — a steady stream of paid DLC of visibly lower quality than the original release.
Where it drifts furthest from Age of Wonders III: setting.
✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, combat tactical and combat magic
≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, strong narrative focus and melee combat, while skipping turn-based strategy
It predates Age of Wonders III by 13 years, with what that implies technically.
✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, combat tactical and fantasy world
≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus, while skipping turn-based strategy
Where it drifts furthest from Age of Wonders III: setting.
On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Age of Wonders III.
✓ Both are isometric Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, combat magic and fantasy world
≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping turn-based strategy
Where it drifts furthest from Age of Wonders III: combat and visuals.
Released 6 years after Age of Wonders III.
✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, combat magic and single-player focus
≠ Its own twist: tower defense planning and melee combat, while skipping turn-based strategy
Turbocharge your heroes by getting more currency, cosmetics and a special pet. This pack may only be purchased once per account. To redeem the items contained in the pack, visit and interact with the Mailbox in the Heroes Marketplace or Private Tavern.
Where it drifts furthest from Age of Wonders III: combat.
✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, combat magic and fantasy world
≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and tower defense planning, while skipping turn-based strategy
The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing II is an action-RPG game, a second installment in the series set in a fictional universe.
Where it drifts furthest from Age of Wonders III: combat.
On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Age of Wonders III.
✓ Same family of isometric Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, fantasy world and single-player focus
≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping turn-based strategy
A faithful rebuild rather than a reinvention: the original's systems are untouched underneath, including the harsh ones — no shared stash across seasons at launch, respecs are limited, and skill points are permanent. That rigidity is the appeal for some and the barrier for others. Expect to consult a build guide before spending anything.
Released 7 years after Age of Wonders III.
✓ Same family of isometric Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, combat magic and fantasy world
≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and tower defense planning, while skipping turn-based strategy
An isometric action RPG with a gothic, faintly comic tone, carried by the running commentary between Van Helsing and his ghostly companion Katarina, who is also a functional part of your build. The atmosphere and writing lift it above the usual Diablo clone. Build variety is where it runs out — few late-game specs are viable, so experimentation quietly funnels you back to the obvious ones.
Where it drifts furthest from Age of Wonders III: combat.
✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, fantasy world and single-player focus
≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping turn-based strategy
The most immediately readable action RPG of its generation: abilities are swappable at will, combat is fast and legible, and the seasonal loop is well tuned. That flexibility is also the criticism — builds are largely decided by set bonuses, so character identity comes from gear drops rather than from choices you make.
✓ Same family of isometric Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, combat tactical and multiplayer gameplay
≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, puzzle design and adventure storytelling, while skipping turn-based strategy
Where it drifts furthest from Age of Wonders III: visuals.
Released 3 years after Age of Wonders III.
✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, combat tactical and combat magic
≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping turn-based strategy
Where it drifts furthest from Age of Wonders III: game mode.
✓ Both are isometric Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, combat tactical and single-player focus
≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, adventure storytelling and puzzle design, while skipping turn-based strategy
Where it drifts furthest from Age of Wonders III: visuals.