Driftland: The Magic Revival
Driftland is a unique fusion of RTS, 4X strategy, and Sim genres in a fantasy world made up of scattered planet. Player takes on the role of a powerful mage-ruler capable of moving and reshaping parts of the planet. Both game mechanics and history are based on an innovative concept of dynamic topography and issuing orders to individuals with free will. In the face of the destruction of an entire civilization and life on the planet, warring parties decided to call a truce and tried to repair the damage. For that, however, was already too late. Using all the remaining magic resources to cast a powerful spell, they managed to keep their world in a relative balance. Many dark ages have passed, but when all seemed lost, a spark of hope shined once again: new sources of magic appeared and the whole planet began to give birth to new mages.
Game Discussion
Steam User 7
It was worth playing the campaign once. You will learn how to play the game, probably, from your second game. After that, game will force you to solve one puzzle(within its mechanics) in each mission. However, unexpectedly, I was addicted even though there is not much to discover after 2nd mission. Still recommended while discounted, especially for the ones that have Majesty nostalgia.
Steam User 7
Nice graphics and plays good. It is fun game and there is much to play with different races if you want. Slow gameplay that let you relax. There is never stress in this game and it is very nice.
Steam User 5
Will Recommend
Being a huge RTS fan (especially the older ones), I would definitely recommend this to others. It's a great game if you are new to the genre, as it gives a lot of time and space for players to expand and study base mechanics and units. The strategy part of this game, I would say, lies more in the planning/layout of building your base and resource management. The game is not that focused on unit control and strategy, as most of your units will automatically defend your base and scout, but the game still allows the player to prioritise certain objectives for units to complete. This probably won't be everyone's "cup of tea," but I've really enjoyed it so far. The game lore is interesting, and I believe there is still much room left for expanding here. GG guys
Steam User 6
Game: Driftland: The Magic Revival
Review:
"What if Civilization and SimCity had a magical baby and then threw it onto a bunch of floating islands? That’s Driftland. 10/10, would relocate my angry peasants again."
Key Features:
Gameplay: A mix of city-building, strategy, and magical island management. You’re a god… but also a babysitter for stubborn wizards.
World Design: Floating islands connected by bridges you build, which is both cool and a constant source of stress.
Combat: Train your units, point vaguely at the enemy, and hope they understand your divine intentions.
Personal Experience:
I accidentally built my entire economy on one island. Then it got invaded by dragons. My brilliant solution? Sacrifice that island and pretend it never existed. Problem solved.
Relatable Humor:
Realizing half your army is stuck on the wrong island because you forgot to build a bridge.
Watching your mages fight over mana crystals while your workers unionize against bad bridge placement.
Pro-Con List:
Pros:
Gorgeous floating islands that make you feel like a magical real estate mogul.
Creative mechanics that let you literally move mountains.
A satisfying mix of strategy and chaos—you’re always one bad decision away from disaster.
Cons:
Your units are about as smart as enchanted rocks.
Managing multiple islands feels like juggling flaming swords.
Dragons. Always dragons.
Verdict:
Driftland: The Magic Revival is a whimsical strategy game where you’ll build, fight, and occasionally panic as your islands drift into chaos. It’s fun, challenging, and a magical headache you’ll love. Highly recommend!
Steam User 4
To save space I start with the verdict. I recommend this game.
Driftland is a very atmospheric game. Literally after all you're building your kingdom on flying rocks which you can connect with bridges. Reminds me of Majestic where you hired heroes, but you had almost no control over them. Similarly here in Driftland you have a more control of the economy while almost no control over your heroes.
For it's price it has a lot to offer, a magical world, whimsical music, even the drawings of the steam achievements are crafted with care.
Steam User 3
Its a fun game for like ~20 hours (also the time to finish 1 out of 3 race campaigns). But for me after that, even while that is switching to a different race with different buildings, units, and few magic spell, it felt like you are doing the same 10 actions every time, So for me after that it lost its appeal, still fun for the price I bought it at
Steam User 4
Amazing graphics & gameplay