Endless Legend 2 Archives

AppWizard

October 19, 2025

4X newcomer Endless Legend 2 has already won my heart, and now Amplitude is tackling its most terrifying problem

Amplitude Studios has released its first major update for Endless Legend 2, addressing key gameplay challenges after players logged over 1,000,000 hours since launch. The update includes adjustments to diplomacy, enemy AI, turn order, and the user interface, as well as a nerf to Doomwraiths, which will now have their negative effects capped at 50% after ten turns. Players will gain access to 'Bait Doomwraith' and 'Close Rift' actions by default, with costs varying based on distance. AI improvements will lead to smarter army compositions and better resource management. A new setting, 'Always show empire statuses,' will enhance turn mechanics without reverting to traditional waits. The user interface will be reworked for better usability, and future updates will focus on multiplayer functionality and diplomacy system overhauls. Adjustments to victory conditions are also planned to improve endgame pacing. The game currently holds an 86% positive rating on Steam, and community engagement is encouraged through a contest to design a new minor faction.

AppWizard

October 5, 2025

Strategy giant Paradox puts the final nail in its 4X rival to Civilization just 18 months after launch

Paradox Interactive has announced the closure of Millennia, developed by C Prompt, just 18 months after its launch. The game was intended to compete with Civilization 6 and support the upcoming release of Civ 7 in 2025. Despite receiving a score of 7/10 from a reviewer, Millennia struggled to gain popularity and failed to achieve positive ratings for its expansions, Ancient Worlds and Atomic Ambitions. Paradox confirmed that the latest patch would be the final update for the game, which will remain available for play. Recent Steam reviews have become increasingly negative, with users expressing disappointment over the game's perceived abandonment and unfinished state.

AppWizard

September 22, 2025

Over a decade on, the fantasy 4X rival that pulled me away from Civ 5 is back, and I’m already hungry for more

Civilization 7 features bold changes to the series, while Endless Legend 2, developed by Amplitude Studios, offers a return to classic 4X gameplay with five distinct factions at launch. Each faction has unique mechanics, although the total number of factions may lead to repetitive gameplay. The game introduces a map-altering feature called Tidefall, which changes water levels and reveals new paths over time. Hero characters can grow and participate in narrative elements, and the game is visually appealing with a clean menu design. Endless Legend 2 is currently in early access on Steam, priced at .99 / £44.99, and available on PC Game Pass. Future updates are planned, including online multiplayer and additional factions.

AppWizard

September 14, 2025

Science and faith clash as fantasy Civilization 7 challenger unveils its final faction ahead of launch

The Tahuk is the final faction announced for Endless Legend 2, characterized by their devotion and a unique integration of science and faith. They aim to bring back the Sages and utilize the Sacred Oculum, an Endless relic, to channel scientific advancements into various abilities, such as creating 'eternal sunshine' for productivity and using it as a weapon. The game features a dynamic landscape influenced by the Tidefall mechanic, which alters maps and can disrupt the Tahuk council's balance between faith and technology. Gameplay includes deploying devoted followers as missionaries for intelligence and resource gathering, and constructing observatories that can be upgraded into libraries or defensive turrets. The Tahuk favor ranged combat, with their units inflicting an 'illuminated' status on targets, providing tactical advantages in battle. Endless Legend 2 will launch into early access on September 22, available on Steam, the Microsoft Store, and PC Game Pass.

AppWizard

September 11, 2025

Civilization 7’s fantasy rival arrives on Game Pass day one, joining its sister strategy epics

Endless Legend 2 is set to launch in Early Access on September 22. It will be available on multiple platforms, including Steam, the Microsoft Store, and PC Game Pass. The Early Access version will include core gameplay systems, narrative quests, functional diplomacy and combat mechanics, and five playable major factions. The game is described as stable and enjoyable, with plans for further refinement during the Early Access phase, including the introduction of a new faction and a multiplayer mode.