Rage of Mages is a classic Windows role‑playing game with real‑time strategy elements developed by Nival Interactive and first released in 1998. It blends fantasy RPG progression, tactical combat, and exploration in an isometric world where you guide a party of adventurers on a dangerous quest to retrieve a powerful magical weapon and break a cycle of war. Players begin by creating a character — choosing between fighters or mages — and then recruit companions, manage equipment, and engage in battles across maps filled with enemies, quests, and treasure.
Though grounded in retro graphics and old‑school mechanics, Rage of Mages offers surprising depth with a strategic real‑time combat system inspired by classic RTS interfaces, and a rich fantasy setting that rewards planning and character growth. With both single‑player and multiplayer modes, the game delivers a solid nostalgic experience for fans of late‑90s PC gaming.
Key Features
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Classic role‑playing and strategy hybrid gameplay.
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Isometric fantasy world with quests and exploration.
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Real‑time combat with tactical decision‑making.
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Choose fighters or mages with distinct abilities.
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Recruit companions and manage your party.
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Wide variety of weapons, armor, spells, and items.
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Over 25 branching missions and objectives.
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Strategic approach required per battle.
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Retro classic aesthetic and RPG charm.
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Multiplayer support for cooperative play.
Requirements
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OS: Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10 compatible.
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Processor: 1.8 GHz or stronger CPU.
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Memory: 512 MB RAM (1 GB recommended).
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Graphics: 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7/9.
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Storage: ~500 MB available space.
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DirectX: DirectX 7 compatible or higher.
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Input: Keyboard and mouse support.
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Sound: DirectX‑compatible audio device.
