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Posted February 25, 2014
The chronicle of the Third Era is about to be revealed!

Age of Wonders 3, the long-anticipated continuation to the fan-favorite, award-winning strategy series, set in a robust and beautiful world that becomes the scene for diverse, complex, and engaging gameplay, is available for pre-orders on GOG.com. Depending on your location you'll be charged $39.99 or the USD equivalent of £29.99, or €39.99. An extended Age of Wonders 3 - Deluxe Edition, featuring a full soundtrack and the Dragon's Throne standalone scenario, is available for $44.99, £34.99, or €44.99. As a special pre-order bonus, both versions include the Elven Resurgence, a standalone scenario DLC.

Imagine! Empires rising and falling before your very eyes, led to victory or defeat by heroes of legend so powerful that they appear to be titans in the eyes of mortals. Sorcerers harness the arcane powers to bend the rules of the world around them. Theocrats twist the wills of their followers with the holy aura bestowed upon them by their deities for their zealous service. Rogues rule the shadows, taking any chance to strike and win before their foes even realize there is a war to fight. Warlords earn the loyalty of their legions by the glory gained in the many battles they emerged from, victorious. Archdruids become one with nature, and the land itself rushes to their aid. Dreadnoughts rely on the art of engineering to construct their unstoppable artificial armies. All those powers, all of their miraculous exploits, all of their desires, all thrown into one realm of war. This shall truly be an age of wonders!

With Age of Wonders 3, Triumph Studios aims to set new standards not only for the acclaimed Age of Wonders series, but also for the turn-based strategy genre itself. Taking advantage of all the modern gaming bells and whistles, the title will deliver an impressive level of complexity in gameplay and an immersive, lush, and diverse gameworld that can become your own for hundreds of hours. With the ability to choose one of the six leader classes, you'll be able to custom-tailor your empire--and by extension your experience with the game--to your personal gameplay style, so you can enjoy the extensive campaign the game offers in any way you like. You'll be leading into battle armies recruited from within six humanoid races as well as some fantastic creatures and mythical monsters. The turn-based tactical combat itself will prove to be a challenge for the most seasoned of strategy gamers but also scalable enough for beginners to enjoy. With over 50 location types to explore and exploit, hundreds of abilities to master for tactical and strategic advantage over your foes, visually stunning presentation, and a smart random scenario generator providing virtually limitless replayability, this upcoming title may prove the only turn-based strategy game you'll need for many years to come!

Pre-order Age of Wonders 3, for only $39.99 or the USD equivalent of £29.99, or €39.99 on GOG.com (or opt in for the splendid Age of Wonders 3 - Deluxe Edition), and secure your entry to the fantastic realm of power and dominion, which opens to all the brave souls approximately on March 31. Note that Age of Wonders 3 is the first title with regional pricing on GOG.com in quite some time and this means that we are charging the USD equivalents of the official regional price.

Note, that just as we have done before in such occasions, we'll be throwing in a little something extra to the deal, to accommodate those of you, who end up paying more than the others due to the currency conversion rates applied. We've picked some games that fit well with the genre represented by Age of Wonders III, and if you're one of those people, you'll get to pick one of them. You'll be sent a gift-code allowing you to redeem one of the following excellent titles: Master of Magic, Lords of Magic: Special Edition, Eador: Genesis, King’s Bounty: The Legend, Disciples II: Gold, and Etherlords II.
Posted February 26, 2014
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serpantino: HEY GOG.... you do realise we get charged for currency conversion right? If you insist on regional pricing then you should use the relevant currencies.
Absolutely agree on that. That the point to show prince in X00 Rubles, if you still charged in USD?
Posted February 26, 2014
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HypersomniacLive: snip
I think that out of the three debut regionally-priced games, The Witcher 3 is the most impressive title as far as the industry is concerned. And I doubt its arrival here will make most publishers reconsider their stance on GOG, since most of them likely assumed TW3 would have to be here regardless, given the relationship between GOG and CDPR. So it's not a perceived coup on GOG's part, even if the negotiations were genuinely difficult behind the scenes.
Posted February 26, 2014
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keeveek: You know what's the difference though? That you'd have patches on Steam immediately after they are uploaded and on GOG you will wait like a week for a new patch.
In previous topic you complained that you gonna stop using GOG because regional prices will be unfair for you. You even mentioned that Origin is the only store that have, good regional prices because they have lower prices for Poland.

Then GOG offers you lower prices, yet you are still complaining. It seems that you wouldn't buy any games at first place, no matter what prices they would offer you, then why whine so much? If you are not interested in buying games on GOG at all, as you stated in previous topic, then why bother posting how much you dislike/hate GOG?

You need to blow off your frustration somewhere? Then I can only suggest you to rethink you behavior - don't waste your youth on focusing on things that you hate. Focus on things that you like and you won't need to blow off your frustration anywhere.
Post edited February 26, 2014 by Aver
Posted February 26, 2014
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vampiro13: 55 USD in some EU states, 17 USD in Russia.

So, theoretically and by way of example, if 3 Germans teamed up to buy AOW 3 and share the DRM-free copy, that would nearly lead to a fair price for the 3 individuals sharing the 55 USD. While this might be considered a likeable Robin Hood approach, the new GOG and AOW3 should not be supported by a single purchase. And, of course, noone should do it anyway because of copyright infringes etc.
There is easier way - just ask any russian to purchase you gift code for game and get it for 17$
Posted February 26, 2014
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HypersomniacLive: Anyway, it's just a small theory I have and would be interested to know the actual figures of pre-orders on GOG, in total and per region if possible, to see if I'm thinking in the right direction.
I would love to see those numbers too. Can't imagine that we'll get to see them, though.
Posted February 26, 2014
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keeveek: You know what's the difference though? That you'd have patches on Steam immediately after they are uploaded and on GOG you will wait like a week for a new patch.
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Aver: In previous topic you complained that you gonna stop using GOG because regional prices will be unfair for you. You even mentioned that Origin is the only store that have, good regional prices because they have lower prices for Poland.

Then GOG offers you lower prices, yet you are still complaining. It seems that you wouldn't buy any games at first place, no matter what prices they would offer you, then why whine so much? If you are not interested in buying games on GOG at all, as you stated in previous topic, then why bother posting how much you dislike/hate GOG?

You need to blow off your frustration somewhere? Then I can only suggest you to rethink you behavior - don't waste your youth on focusing on things that you hate. Focus on things that you like and you won't need to blow off your frustration anywhere.
What lower prices? Did you read my posts like at all? GOG is using regional pricing but still charges in dollars, meaning I will pay even more than on steam because of the exchange fee. Right now, GOG is the most expensive store for me when it goes for Age of Wonders 3.

In fact, it's the most expensive store regardless of where you live, except for United States.
Post edited February 26, 2014 by keeveek
Posted February 26, 2014
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vampiro13: 55 USD in some EU states, 17 USD in Russia.

So, theoretically and by way of example, if 3 Germans teamed up to buy AOW 3 and share the DRM-free copy, that would nearly lead to a fair price for the 3 individuals sharing the 55 USD. While this might be considered a likeable Robin Hood approach, the new GOG and AOW3 should not be supported by a single purchase. And, of course, noone should do it anyway because of copyright infringes etc.
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Redfern: There is easier way - just ask any russian to purchase you gift code for game and get it for 17$
Also true :)
Posted February 26, 2014
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IAmSinistar: I think that out of the three debut regionally-priced games, The Witcher 3 is the most impressive title as far as the industry is concerned. And I doubt its arrival here will make most publishers reconsider their stance on GOG, since most of them likely assumed TW3 would have to be here regardless, given the relationship between GOG and CDPR. So it's not a perceived coup on GOG's part, even if the negotiations were genuinely difficult behind the scenes.
Exactly what I was thinking - their best card is one they practically can't play in this game.That's why I wonder so much about the remaining two.

I know next to nth about Age of Wonders 3, so I'm trying to get some feedback from folks that do, but apparently the fans silently pre-order and the thread only serves to voice objection.

Regarding Divinity: Original Sin, I'd be quite surprised to find out that Larian is regarded such a strong player in the industry they can bring the message over by themselves - no offence meant, I actually backed the game (even convinced a couple of friends to do so themselves) and feel a bit torn with how we went from "Digital copies will have to be downloaded via your preferred digital retailer such as Steam or GOG.com if available" to what we have here today. Truth is that their games are well received and they do have a following on GOG.
Posted February 26, 2014
This unique, exclusive DLC, I have seen every single of them. Just a trick from marketing perspective. Doesn't mean it won't be available for everybody later.

Can't believe all the hatred for this game. The developers are nice, wonderful and down to earth people. Plus, fans have been waiting for a proper sequel for ages. The old AoW games still sells well to this date, with one of the most active community around. Based on that trend this sequel won't be an exception. Sorry if it's not an AAA title by your standard, but newsflash the world doesn't revolve around you. Who are you to tell what should and shouldn't be in GOG's catalogue?

Hate the regional pricing all you want, but don't lump it with this masterpiece. That's not the fault of the game's creator.
Post edited February 26, 2014 by wormholewizards
Posted February 26, 2014
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towerbooks3192: Curious as well since I got the first one and shadow magic. Wondering if the series is worth it and how it measures up to other fantasy 4x
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tinyE: I have SM too but I'm anal and feel like I should start with #1 which I don't have. This isn't always a good idea, see 'Alien Nations'. :P
All of them. They all have pros/con. But they are all worth it.

-The first is amazing, it has some balance issues once you know the mechanics, but it's such a pleasant stride. The graphics are somewhat ageless and enchanting. I don't know any equivalent.
-The second has a better campaign maybe.
-Shadow Magic is more oriented for the multiplayer and custom mods/scenarios (check aow2heaven.com ... you have thousand of hours of play time of fan-made content of wonders)


Edit : Bottom line if you like tbs, I promise you can't go wrong with the first one. This game will make you reconsider your hate of halflings.
Post edited February 26, 2014 by Potzato
Posted February 26, 2014
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keeveek: What lower prices? Did you read my posts like at all? GOG is using regional pricing but still charges in dollars, meaning I will pay even more than on steam because of the exchange fee. Right now, GOG is the most expensive store for me when it goes for Age of Wonders 3.

In fact, it's the most expensive store regardless of where you live, except for United States.
I was talking about flat vs regional prices, but I must say - you are so funny! You want to tell that you have prices on Steam in PLN? Or maybe you are trying to tell me that your bank have exchange fees when you pay in dollars, but doesn't have any when you pay in Euro? Well, my bank doesn't have any exchange fees, so I can't relate to your situation, but I must say - it is really weird bank if it is true.
Posted February 26, 2014
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wormholewizards: This unique, exclusive DLC, I have seen every single of them. Just a trick from marketing perspective. Doesn't mean it won't be available for everybody later.

Can't believe all the hatred for this game. The developers are nice, wonderful and down to earth people. Plus, fans have been waiting for a proper sequel for ages. The old AoW games still sells well to this date, with one of the most active community around. Sorry if it's not an AAA title by your standard, but the world doesn't revolve around you.
They are nice, wonderful people who rip off customers in most parts of the world. There is no hatred for this game as such but for the way it is priced. And also for the Day-1 DLC to a lesser extent.

The game might be wonderful, but it is definitely not a AAA game. It doesn't have to be. I've played lots of smaller games that were more enjoyable than AAA titles. If you read complaints about it not being AAA that is a result of Gog leading us to believe the games with rip-off prices would be AAA games.
Posted February 26, 2014
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HypersomniacLive: I know next to nth about Age of Wonders 3, so I'm trying to get some feedback from folks that do, but apparently the fans silently pre-order and the thread only serves to voice objection.
Well, all I can give you is my perception, which is that Age of Wonders is a dark horse. It's a great series, it's been well-received by critics, and I can only assume it's been commercially successful, else they wouldn't have made four of them. However, it doesn't generate nearly the level of buzz as something like Heroes of Might and Magic, Civilization, or Warcraft. It's probably more on par with Disciples or Dominions.
Posted February 26, 2014
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Aver: I was talking about flat vs regional prices, but I must say - you are so funny! You want to tell that you have prices on Steam in PLN? Or maybe you are trying to tell me that your bank have exchange fees when you pay in dollars, but doesn't have any when you pay in Euro? Well, my bank doesn't have any exchange fees, so I can't relate to your situation, but I must say - it is really weird bank if it is true.
Yes, there are no exchange fees for euro transactions in pretty much none of the Polish banks, but there are in pretty much every bank for any other currency. They are added to the transaction in the day of the billing, but how would you notice that becuase of all the shitposting? It doesn't come as a separate transaction on your bank statement, it's added to the original transaction.

In some of the banks it's not the direct fee, but it comes from double currency exchange - USD -> EUR -> PLN, and the banks have worse currency rates than usually, so you loose your money on that. with only EUR - PLN, you don't loose that much.

Example: https://www.facebook.com/mBank.Polska/posts/10152564137560494

W nawiązaniu do Pana wiadomości uprzejmie informuję, że jeśli transakcja lub wypłata będzie w innej walucie niż EUR na przykład USD to nastąpi podwójne przewalutowanie środków. W pierwszej kolejności z obcej waluty USD na EUR tutaj do kwoty transakcji będzie doliczone 2% za przewalutowanie środków, przewalutowanie to nastąpi po kursie Organizacji Płatniczej, następnie z EUR na PLN po kursie sprzedaży mBanku z dnia rozliczenia transakcji, podaję link do tabeli kursów mBanku:

http://www.mbank.pl/informacja/kursy-walut.html?day=14&month=02&year=2013

Mam nadzieję, że powyższe wyjaśnienia okażą się pomocne."
I know, I know, you're still laughing. Typical for cult members who know nothing about nothing.
Post edited February 26, 2014 by keeveek
Posted February 26, 2014
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Mentalepsy: Well, all I can give you is my perception, which is that Age of Wonders is a dark horse. It's a great series, it's been well-received by critics, and I can only assume it's been commercially successful, else they wouldn't have made four of them. However, it doesn't generate nearly the level of buzz as something like Heroes of Might and Magic, Civilization, or Warcraft. It's probably more on par with Disciples or Dominions.
Thanks, that is usable info.
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