Master of Magic

About

Play as a powerful wizard in a realm of magic and conquest. Choose from 14 distinct characters and lead armies of elves, dwarves, orcs, and dragons across turn-based battles. Cast spells to shape the battlefield and research new arcane techniques while managing resources and expanding your influence. The game blends base building with tactical combat as you outmaneuver rival wizards vying for dominance. Each match requires balancing spellcasting, unit strategies, and long-term planning to claim victory. With deep strategy mechanics and a focus on magical customization, Master of Magic reworks a 1990s classic for modern players. The PC version launched in late 2022 and emphasizes precise combat over brute force. Fans of calculated warfare and fantasy worldbuilding will appreciate the layered systems for enchantments and unit synergies. While the single-player campaign drives the experience, the game’s complexity rewards multiple playthroughs with different factions. Developer MuHa Games retains the original’s core while streamlining interfaces for newer audiences.

Storyline

In Master of Magic you take up the role of one of 14 unique and diverse great wizards who compete with each other to dominate the worlds of Arcanus and Myrror. Choose from different schools of magic and fantasy races to command, then lead your minions and expand your influence and power across the land. Recruit and command mighty armies of elves, dragons, dwarves, orcs and many more. Support them with powerful spells. Fight tactical turn-based battles and affect the outcome with your magic. Research new spells, engage in alchemy, perform rituals and use your arcane powers to change the world around you. Always beware of the machinations of your rival wizards, who seek to reach your same goals. But in the end, remember: there can be only one Master of Magic.