Age of Wonders Shadow Magic vs King's Bounty: The Legend
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
King's Bounty: The Legend wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. King's Bounty: The Legend is $1.06 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Age of Wonders Shadow Magic | King's Bounty: The Legend |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 70 | 56 |
| Quality | 86 | 86 |
| Value | 91 | 45 |
| Popularity | 22 | 29 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.09 | $1.03 |
| Steam Review Score | 90.1% positive | 90.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 20 | 109 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Age of Wonders Shadow MagicKing's Bounty: The Legend
Details and requirements
| Item | Age of Wonders Shadow Magic | King's Bounty: The Legend |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 12, 2010 | May 1, 2009 |
| Developers | Triumph Studios | Katauri Interactive |
| Publishers | Paradox Interactive | Fulqrum Publishing |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Age of Wonders Shadow Magic or King's Bounty: The Legend?
King's Bounty: The Legend won the comparison against Age of Wonders Shadow Magic based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Age of Wonders Shadow Magic worth buying over King's Bounty: The Legend?
Based on the metrics, King's Bounty: The Legend won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Age of Wonders Shadow Magic currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:16 PM UTC