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SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition presents the award-winning SpellForce saga hits: "SpellForce 2 – Shadow Wars" and the add-on "SpellForce 2 – Dragon Storm" for a spectacular game experience!

SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition is a rpg, strategy and rts game developed by Phenomic and THQ Nordic and published by THQ Nordic.
It's available only on Windows in 7 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish - Spain, Polish and Russian.

It has received 1,234 reviews of which 930 were positive and 304 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. 😊

The game is currently priced at 14.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for less on K4G.

The Steam community has classified SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition into these genres:

RPG Strategy RTS Fantasy Action Singleplayer Base-Building

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System requirements

These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.

Windows

OS *: Windows XP SP 3/Windows VISTA SP 2/Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 10 (32 or 64bit)
Processor: AMD/Intel Dual-Core 2.4 GHz
Memory: 1024 MB RAM
Graphics: 512 MB DirectX 9.0c compatible card with shader model 3.0
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Storage: 9 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible
Additional Notes: Nvidia GeForce 8800 / AMD Radeon HD 3870 or better. Other cards may work, but are not explicitly supported.

User reviews & Ratings

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Sept. 2025

SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars is one of those rare gems in the strategy-RPG hybrid genre that manages to blend two seemingly different worlds into a single, coherent, and engaging experience. Released as the successor to the original SpellForce, it not only improved upon its predecessor but also carved out a unique place in the hearts of players who love both real-time strategy and role-playing elements. Even today, years after its release, the game holds up remarkably well thanks to its ambitious design, solid mechanics, and captivating story. The first thing that stands out in SpellForce 2 is its seamless combination of RPG progression and real-time strategy base-building. On the RPG side, players create a hero who can level up, equip gear, and develop skills in various trees, making each playthrough customizable. The RPG elements never feel shallow; instead, they give a real sense of growth and attachment to the main character. On the RTS side, the game allows players to command large armies, construct bases, and manage resources. What makes it so satisfying is how natural the transition feels between commanding troops and returning to your character’s adventure. It avoids the pitfall of feeling like two separate games glued together and instead delivers one unified experience. The story itself is rich, with enough twists and depth to keep players invested. The fantasy setting of Eo feels alive, filled with intriguing characters, factions, and lore. Dialogue sequences are well written, and while the voice acting might show its age, it still adds personality and charm to the world. The blend of traditional fantasy themes with the overarching threat of shadows creates an atmosphere that is both familiar and refreshing. Visually, SpellForce 2 was impressive for its time and remains charming today. The environments are diverse, ranging from lush forests and snowy mountains to dark wastelands. Each map is thoughtfully designed, both in terms of aesthetics and gameplay. The game’s soundtrack is another highlight; the orchestral pieces add grandeur and emotion, perfectly complementing the action and exploration. In terms of gameplay variety, the game excels. Missions often challenge the player to balance the hero’s personal quest with the needs of their armies. Some scenarios lean more heavily into RPG exploration, while others demand strong RTS strategy. This keeps the experience dynamic and ensures that no two missions feel identical. The multiplayer mode, while less popular today, was also a nice addition that extended the game’s lifespan. Perhaps the greatest achievement of SpellForce 2 is how rewarding it feels. Whether you are conquering an enemy fortress with a massive army or finding a powerful artifact for your hero, the sense of accomplishment is always present. The progression system encourages experimentation, and the blend of micro and macro gameplay ensures constant engagement. Overall, SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars is a masterpiece of hybrid game design. It successfully merges RPG depth with RTS strategy in a way that few other titles have ever managed. For players who enjoy either genre—or better yet, both—this game is an absolute must-play. Even today, it stands as a testament to creative design and remains a beloved classic for fans of fantasy gaming.

Sept. 2025

The game is multifaceted. Here you have a cool plot, real-time strategy, MMORPG, and a dark elf. SpellForse 2 deserves your attention if you are a fan of WOW or other real-time strategies. I love games where you need to rummage through dark corners in an attempt to find some nice little thing, here they took care of it and it makes sense to do it. This is an example of a game that gets better over time.

Aug. 2025

SpellForce 2 simplifies both its RPG and RTS elements and adopts a more stylized, cartoony look-but the result is a smoother, more accessible experience that still carries the heart and ambition of SpellForce: The Order of Dawn. Though streamlined, it never feels hollow. The passion behind it shines through, making it a worthy and heartfelt successor.

May 2025

It's a good game, though it does show its age. There are a few problems here and there such as graphical issues and sometimes problems with saving but these are fairly easily overcome if you have the patience for it. The expansions (Faith in Destiny and Demons of the Past) are great though and are well worth picking up as they are better written and voice acted, plus have some other general gameplay improvements. No idea if anyone will read this far but the easy fix I found for the graphical issues and inexplicable crashes is to set all the graphics settings to minimum before loading in, then set them back to how you like them when things are stable again. And save often. That's important too.

April 2025

This game was my entire childhood. Even compared to modern titles, this is the only game that makes me replay it once a year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition is currently priced at 14.99€ on Steam.

SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 14.99€ on Steam.

SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition received 930 positive votes out of a total of 1,234 achieving a rating of 7.24.

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SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition was developed by Phenomic and THQ Nordic and published by THQ Nordic.

SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition is playable and fully supported on Windows.

SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition is not playable on MacOS.

SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition is not playable on Linux.

SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition offers both single-player and multi-player modes.

SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition offers both Co-op and PvP modes.

There is a DLC available for SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition. Explore additional content available for SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition on Steam.

SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition does not support Steam Remote Play.

SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

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