What changed in Age of Wonders III in 2015

81 updates · 39 main milestones · Jan 9, 2015 to Sep 17, 2015

  1. 6 events
    Introduction of Modding ToolsmoddingMilestone

    Modding tools are now available for users to customize the game.

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    Balance Tweaks Implementedbalance change
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    Introduction of Modding ToolsmoddingMilestone

    Modding tools are now available for users to customize the game.

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    Various Bug Fixesbug fix
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    Various Bug Fixes Appliedbug fix

    Multiple bugs have been fixed to enhance game stability.

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    Balance Tweaks Implementedbalance change

    A number of balance tweaks have been made to improve gameplay.

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  2. 4 events
    Open Beta for New Modding SystemmoddingMilestone

    An Open Beta of the new Modding system is starting, allowing modifications to units, spells, abilities, and more.

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    Open Beta for New Modding SystemmoddingMilestone

    An Open Beta of the new Modding system is starting, allowing modifications to units, spells, abilities, and more.

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    Support for New Models and TexturesmoddingMilestone

    Mods can now add new models and textures, enabling re-texturing of existing models and the creation of new units and structures.

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    Support for New Models and Texturesmodding

    Mods can now add new models and textures, enabling re-texturing of existing models and creation of new units and structures.

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  3. 2 events
    Initial Modding Support Updatemodding

    First update on modding support, including how to add obsidian dragons to a dragon dwelling.

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    Modding Support Updatemodding

    First update on modding support including how to add obsidian dragons to a dragon dwelling.

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  4. 2 events
    Upcoming Modding Support AnnouncementmoddingMilestone

    Modding support for Age of Wonders III is in development, allowing players to create and share custom units and balance changes.

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    Modding Support AnnouncementmoddingMilestone

    Modding support for Age of Wonders III is in the works and will be released in the next patch, allowing players to create and share mods.

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  5. 10 events
    Overhaul to Random Mapsbalance changeMilestone

    Random Maps have been significantly improved, enhancing gameplay experience.

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    Loading Screen Tips Addedui ux

    New tips have been added to loading screens to assist players.

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    Loading Screen Tipsquality of life

    New tips have been added to loading screens.

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    New Tutorial for Beginnersnew content

    A new tutorial has been added to help beginning players.

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    Overhaul to Random MapsgameplayMilestone

    Random Maps have been overhauled with a greatly enhanced Underground experience.

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    Balance Improvementsbalance change

    Various balance fixes have been implemented.

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    Interface Fixesui ux

    Improvements have been made to the user interface.

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    Introduction of New Tutorial for Beginnersnew content

    A new tutorial has been added to help new players learn the game mechanics.

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    Enhanced AI Improvementsai

    The AI has been improved for better gameplay interactions.

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    Enhanced AIai

    The AI has been improved for better gameplay experience.

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  6. 36 events
    Mac/Linux Support Addedperformance

    The game now supports Mac and Linux platforms.

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    New Necromancer Classnew contentMilestone

    A new class introduced in the Eternal Lords expansion.

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    New Necromancer Class Introducednew contentMilestone

    Players can now choose the Necromancer class.

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    Improved AIai

    Enhancements made to the game's AI for better gameplay experience.

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    Race Governance SystemgameplayMilestone

    New mechanics allowing players to tailor race features for strategic needs.

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    Eternal Lords Expansion Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    The highly anticipated Eternal Lords Expansion is now available, introducing new races and mechanics.

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    New Necromancer Classnew contentMilestone

    A new class introduced in the Eternal Lords Expansion.

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    Vassal City Mechanics Introducednew contentMilestone

    New mechanics for managing vassal cities added.

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    Mac/Linux Support Addedsystem

    Support for Mac and Linux platforms now available.

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    Increased Racial Unit Diversitynew content

    More diversity in racial units introduced in the V1.5 update.

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    Eternal Lords Expansion Announceddlc releaseMilestone

    The major second expansion for Age of Wonders III introduces new races and mechanics.

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    Mac/Linux Support Addednew content

    Support for Mac and Linux platforms introduced.

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    New 'Play by Email' Multiplayer Modenew contentMilestone

    Introduction of a new multiplayer mode allowing play by email.

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    Vassal City Mechanics Introducednew contentMilestone

    New mechanics allowing players to manage vassal cities.

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    New 'Play by Email' Multiplayer Modenew contentMilestone

    Introduction of a new multiplayer mode allowing play by email.

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    Vassals Feature Addedbalance change

    New gameplay feature allowing players to manage vassals.

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    Race Governance System ImplementedgameplayMilestone

    New mechanics allow players to tailor race features for strategic needs.

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    Improved Strategic and Tactical AIai

    Enhancements made to both strategic and tactical AI behaviors.

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    Race Relations System Implementednew contentMilestone

    A new system to manage relations between different races.

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    New Play by Email Multiplayer Modenew content

    A new multiplayer mode introduced in the V1.5 update.

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    Introduction of Tigran and Frostling Racesnew contentMilestone

    New playable races added in the Eternal Lords expansion.

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    Introduction of Tigran and Frostling Racesnew contentMilestone

    New playable races added to the game.

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    Increased Diversity Among Core Racial Unitsnew content

    More variety introduced in core racial units.

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    Improved AIai

    Enhancements made to the game's AI in the V1.5 update.

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    Random Map Generator OverhaulgameplayMilestone

    Complete overhaul of the random map generation system.

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    New Play by Email Multiplayer Modenew content

    A new multiplayer mode for players to engage in.

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    Race Relations System Implementednew contentMilestone

    A new system to manage relationships between different races.

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    Improved Strategic and Tactical AIai

    AI enhancements for better strategic and tactical decision-making.

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    Increased Racial Unit Diversitynew content

    More diversity in racial units has been introduced.

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    Random Map Generator Overhaulnew contentMilestone

    Complete overhaul of the random map generation system.

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    Increased Diversity Among Core Racial Unitsnew content

    Enhanced variety in core racial units for improved gameplay.

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    Race Governance SystemgameplayMilestone

    New mechanics allowing players to tailor race features for strategic needs.

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    Introduction of Tigran and Frostling Racesnew contentMilestone

    New playable races added with the Eternal Lords Expansion.

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    Eternal Lords Expansion Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    The highly anticipated Eternal Lords Expansion introduces new races and mechanics.

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    Mac/Linux Support Addedsystem

    The game now supports Mac and Linux platforms.

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    Introduction of Vassalsbalance change

    New gameplay feature added in the V1.5 update.

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  7. 4 events
    New Necromancer Classnew contentMilestone

    A new class introduced in the Eternal Lords expansion.

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    Introduction of Tigran and Frostling Racesnew contentMilestone

    New playable races added in the Eternal Lords expansion.

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    Eternal Lords Expansion Announceddlc releaseMilestone

    The major second expansion for Age of Wonders III introduces new races and a Necromancer class.

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    Race Governance SystemgameplayMilestone

    New mechanics allowing players to tailor race features for strategic needs.

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  8. 2 events
    Introduction of New Tigran Unitsnew content

    Revealed new units for the Tigran Race: Shredder, Sun Guard, Mystic, Dire Panther, and Sphinx.

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    Introduction of New Tigran Unitsnew content

    Revealed the Shredder, Sun Guard, Mystic, Dire Panther, and Sphinx units for the Tigran race.

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  9. 4 events
    Introduction of Vassalsgameplay

    Independent towns can become Vassals, providing income, population growth, and unit gifts while retaining independence.

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    Introduction of Vassalsgameplay

    Players can convince independent towns to become Vassals, providing income, population growth, and unit gifts.

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    Enhanced Race Relations Mechanicsgameplay

    Relations are now tracked per race, affecting decisions on warfare and providing unique racial perks.

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    Enhanced Race Relations Mechanicsgameplay

    Relations are now tracked per race, affecting decisions on warfare and providing unique racial perks.

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  10. 2 events
    New Locations for Frost and Darkness Expansionnew contentMilestone

    Introduction of new locations associated with the cold north and dark necromantic powers.

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    New Locations for Frost and Darkness Expansionnew contentMilestone

    Introduction of new locations associated with the cold north and dark necromantic powers.

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  11. 3 events
    Introduction of Tigrans Racenew contentMilestone

    The Tigrans, a warmth-loving cat people race, are introduced for the upcoming expansion.

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    Tigran Architecture Previewnew content

    A glimpse of Tigran architecture showcased in the Dev Journal.

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    Introduction of the Tigrans Racenew contentMilestone

    The upcoming expansion will feature the Tigrans, a new race with an Egyptian inspired culture.

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  12. 2 events
    Return of PBEM Multiplayernew content

    Bringing back the PBEM system, a classic turn-based game mode for AoW multiplayer.

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    Return of PBEM Multiplayernew content

    Bringing back the PBEM system, a classic turn-based game mode for AoW multiplayer.

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  13. 2 events
    New Leader 3D Assetsnew content

    Introduction of new Leader 3D assets with race-class combos and customization options.

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    New Leader 3D Assetsnew content

    Introduction of new Leader 3D assets with race-class combos and customization options.

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  14. 2 events
    Shadowborn Specialization Announcementdlc releaseMilestone

    Introduction of the Shadowborn specialization for leaders in the upcoming DLC.

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    Shadowborn Specialization Announcementdlc releaseMilestone

    Introduction of the Shadowborn specialization for leaders in the upcoming DLC.

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