Age of Wonders III

New Water Gameplay Features launched on May 2, 2017, introducing exciting mechanics related to water, enhancing the strategic options available to players. This update focused on enriching gameplay with new features that leveraged water elements, providing fresh experiences for returning players.

• New Water Mechanics: Players gained access to innovative features that expanded interactions with water, allowing for more dynamic gameplay.
• Crash Fixes: The May 2 update also addressed a rare crash issue when moving armies over ally structures during war declarations, ensuring a smoother experience.

The November 1, 2016 update introduced a new unit property for resistance checks, enhancing gameplay mechanics. Additionally, the update included significant balance changes that impacted tactical combat, such as resurrected units no longer granting XP or casting points and leaders being able to be rescued from units that swallowed them whole.

• New Unit Property: A new property was added to change the strength of resistance checks.
• Balance Changes:
  • Resurrected units no longer grant XP or casting points during battles.
  • Leaders can now be rescued from units that have swallowed them.
  • Removed unintended bonuses from the Magical Structures Skill.
  • Frostling Scoundrels gained Projectile Resistance.
  • Nymphs were removed from Spring of Life rewards.
• AI Improvements:
  • AI no longer attempts to dispel meditate, allowing for better resource management.
• Modding Tools:
  • Mod Editor and Map Editor received optimizations to reduce memory usage.
  • Support for additional workshop tags was added, enhancing modding capabilities.

Eternal Lords Expansion launched on April 14, 2015, marking a significant content addition to Age of Wonders III. This expansion introduced new races, including the Tigrans and Frostlings, and added the Necromancer class. Additionally, it revamped gameplay with new mechanics such as vassal city management and a race relations system.

• New Races and Class: The expansion introduced the Tigran and Frostling races along with the Necromancer class, expanding player options significantly.
• New Gameplay Mechanics:
  • Vassal City Management: Players could now manage vassal cities, enhancing strategic depth.
  • Race Relations System: This new system allowed players to navigate relationships between different races.
  • Random Map Generator Overhaul: The random map generation system was completely revamped, improving map variety and gameplay experience.
• Multiplayer Enhancements: A new 'Play by Email' multiplayer mode was introduced, providing a new way for players to engage with each other.
• AI Improvements: Enhancements to the AI improved strategic and tactical decision-making, leading to a more challenging gameplay experience.
• Modding Support: The introduction of modding tools allowed players to customize the game extensively, including unit and spell modifications.

Golden Realms Expansion launched on August 21, 2014, introducing new empire-building mechanics and a campaign featuring Halfling survivors. Additionally, the Eternal Lords Expansion was announced on March 11, 2015, adding new races and the Necromancer class.

• New Playable Races: The expansions introduced the Tigran and Frostling races, each with unique characteristics and gameplay styles.
  • Tigrans, a cat-like race, and Frostlings, a cold-themed race, were added in the upcoming Eternal Lords Expansion.
• New Class: The Necromancer class was introduced, allowing players to control undead units and utilize dark magic.
• Gameplay Mechanics: A new Race Governance System was implemented, enabling players to customize race features based on strategic needs.
• Empire Quests: The Golden Realms Expansion introduced Empire Quests, rewarding players for reaching specific milestones in empire development.
• Multiplayer Features: The return of PBEM (Play by Email) multiplayer mode was announced, enhancing the multiplayer experience.