Age Of Wonders: Planetfall Brings The Series To The World Of Sci-Fi

Paradox Interactive and Triumph Studios have revealed a new entry in the longrunning Age of Wonders series. The big difference this time is that instead of sticking to its medieval setting, it'll be taking to space.

Currently scheduled for sometime in 2018, Age of Wonders: Planetfall will use the same turn-based strategy of the series, but let you experiment with various races. As you scour the world for resources you'll also learn about its past, meet up (and possibly confront) other factions, and find new tech. As you build up your society, you'll have to choose your win condition, whether it's diplomatic, military, or technological.

Our Take
I'm curious to see how much of a "story" is tied to the discover of the alien races and such. Will that jive with the genre's focus on player-constructed narratives? We'll see.