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turn-based strategy video game
Dominions 3: The Awakening
By Illwinter Game Design, released 1 Jan 2006
- Linux
- Microsoft Windows
- macOS
What it is
Dominions 3: The Awakening is a turn-based fantasy strategy game from Illwinter Game Design. Players design a pretender god competing for ascension after the Old God leaves the world; possible forms include a powerful mage, an ancient kraken or a monolith. The setting features world-altering magic rituals and monsters capable of threatening nations. The game includes more than 60 nations, 1,500 units, 600 spells and 300 magic items, alongside three eras with different magical and technological emphases. Players can shape how their god’s dominion affects provinces and sacred units. Multiplayer features include simultaneous turns for up to 23 players, with network play or play by email also described. The included download has a 300-page PDF manual. The game is listed for Windows, macOS and Linux, and its Steam features include single-player, multiplayer, PvP, co-op and cross-platform multiplayer, among other local and LAN modes. It was released in 2006; the Steam release date is Sep 10, 2013.
What players like, and what they don't
- Choose from more than 60 nations.
- Three eras offer different settings.
- Multiplayer supports simultaneous turns for up to 23 players.
- Includes a 300-page PDF manual.
- Listed for Windows, macOS and Linux.
- The included manual is 300 pages.
- Steam release is listed for Windows, macOS and Linux.
Who it suits
It suits strategy players who want to design a pretender god, choose among many nations and units, and play alone or in multiplayer.
Dominions 3 offers broad fantasy strategy choices, from god design and nation selection to large-scale multiplayer. Its numerous units, spells and magic items come with a substantial manual to consult.
