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Where many Tarnished rise, only one remains.

A new trial has descended upon the Lands Between — not a solitary journey, but a crucible where dozens clash beneath a broken sky. Familiar ruins echo with unfamiliar fury as Tarnished souls vie for fleeting dominion. The grace is gone; only will remains.

Combat is as deliberate and deadly as ever, with relics of legend scattered like ashes in the wind. Sorceries tear through storm-wracked fields, greatswords sing their dirge, and ambition burns brighter than ever.

This is no mere diversion. It is a proving ground.
Glory is earned. Death is certain.
Ascend, or be forgotten.

Dragonwilds is a fantastic addition to RuneScape, especially for players who love building, crafting, and leveling. The region feels like a vibrant, living world with its lush environments and thoughtfully designed structures. Building up your camp and watching it evolve as you progress is super satisfying. Crafting here is more rewarding than ever, with new materials and recipes that keep things fresh. And the leveling experience? Smooth, with just the right balance of challenge and reward. Dragonwilds feels like it was made for players who enjoy the journey as much as the destination.

As someone who played the original Age of Mythology two decades ago, diving into Age of Mythology: Retold felt like stepping back into a world I knew and loved, yet one that has been beautifully reimagined for the modern era. From the moment I started the campaign, I was overcome with a wave of nostalgia that transported me right back to the golden age of real-time strategy games.

The campaign experience is just as engaging as I remember. The mix of mythological storytelling and strategic gameplay continues to shine, offering a blend of history, fantasy, and tactical depth. It's a joy to relive these epic battles, now bolstered by modern enhancements that make them feel fresh while staying true to their roots.

One of the standout upgrades is the graphics. The visual overhaul is impressive, breathing new life into the game's mythological creatures, heroes, and landscapes. Every detail feels more vivid and polished, while maintaining the charm of the original. Playing on ultrawide displays, in particular, elevates the experience to a whole new level. The expanded field of view provides a broader, more immersive perspective of the battlefield, making the larger-scale conflicts feel even more epic.