33
You practically need a magnifying glass to spot your tiny units on the map. [Jan 2004, p.67]
50
There is an undeniably addictive quality about this release, but it is so far overshadowed by the shallow nature of the gameplay that its power to enchant will be tested with all but the most ardent groupies.
84
A highly streamlined sequel that shifts the series' focus away from management and diplomacy to surprisingly fast-paced combat.
10
This has become one of the great games in the Warlords series. Patch 1.05 makes this one of the most challenging and hardest games I've ever played. The bugs are gone and the strong AI is in and if I know many of you out there reading this that is what you want to know about most is how good is the AI? Well it will stomp you on just medium difficulty time and time again. You'll need some strong retinues to get to the higher levels of difficulty also. Great game buy it if you can still find it.
Warlords IV: Heroes of Etheria
Released On:
Oct 21, 2003
Metascore
Mixed or Average
73
User score
Generally Favorable
8.4
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87
In spite of its disappointing graphics, it's the best strategy game I've played all year. [Holiday 2003, p.110]
84
A highly streamlined sequel that shifts the series' focus away from management and diplomacy to surprisingly fast-paced combat.
80
As the pedigree of the series suggests, Warlords IV's AI plays a very mean game indeed. The different difficulty levels are well balanced, going from a pushover at the easiest setting (good for getting to grips with the rules, and what constitutes a good army) to a very real challenge at the upper ones.
78
I found myself loving this game and playing until the sunset. The gameplay has few flaws and is packed with action and strategy. The game's simplicity should not fool you into thinking the game is easy.
73
Doesn’t live up to its illustrious predecessors. So many changes has cost the game its identity.
50
There is an undeniably addictive quality about this release, but it is so far overshadowed by the shallow nature of the gameplay that its power to enchant will be tested with all but the most ardent groupies.
33
You practically need a magnifying glass to spot your tiny units on the map. [Jan 2004, p.67]
User score
Generally Favorable
8.4
60% Positive
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Nov 26, 2010
10
This has become one of the great games in the Warlords series. Patch 1.05 makes this one of the most challenging and hardest games I've ever played. The bugs are gone and the strong AI is in and if I know many of you out there reading this that is what you want to know about most is how good is the AI? Well it will stomp you on just medium difficulty time and time again. You'll need some strong retinues to get to the higher levels of difficulty also. Great game buy it if you can still find it.
SummaryWarlords IV is a unique blend of roleplaying and turn-based strategy gaming. The game centers around your Hero, who plays a pivotal role in the success or failure of your military and economic efforts. Warlords IV is set in the troubled land of Etheria. Old foes such as Dwarves, Elves, and Orcs have resumed their ancient hostilities, and... Read More
Rated Tfor Teen
