Instead of a scripted story, you fight for control of the continent of Etheria in a "Risk-style" map, choosing which territories to conquer next.

Since the original discs can be tricky to run on Windows 10 or 11, the best way to play is through digital storefronts that have patched the game for modern hardware:

It will run on literally any "potato" laptop or modern PC today. It’s a great "low-spec" game for traveling!

This is the gold standard for retro titles. Their version is DRM-free and pre-configured to run on modern resolutions without needing extra "wrappers" or mods.

Frequently cited as one of the best in PC gaming, the atmospheric score perfectly captures the high-fantasy vibe. How to Download & Run on Modern PC

Choose from 12 distinct fantasy races (Humans, Orcs, Undead, Fey, etc.), each with unique units and playstyles.

Check out the Warlords: Battlecry II Fan Patch if you run into resolution issues or want to unlock higher frame rates. System Requirements (Then vs. Now) Original (2002): 450 MHz CPU, 128 MB RAM, 16 MB Video Card.