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Disciples II: Rise of the Elves

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2006

Should you play it?

The award-winning series Disciples introduced a milestone in the game's very successful history; the introduction of a new race: The Elves. The Elven Race added a new dimension to the game and added countless hours of gameplay. Now that series has expanded further with Disciples II: Rise Of The Elves.

What works

  • Rich dark fantasy atmosphere
  • Deep tactical gameplay and character progression
  • Nostalgia and long-term player attachment
  • Unique combat system and unit customization
  • Built-in map editor for creativity

Things to keep in mind

  • Technical issues on modern systems especially steam version
  • Lack of official multiplayer support
  • Dated graphics and interface
  • Some balance issues and randomness in combat
  • Missing official localization in steam version

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Disciples II: Gallean's Return

  • Heroes of Science and Fiction

  • SpellForce: Conquest of Eo

  • Disciples III: Reincarnation

  • King's Bounty: Armored Princess

  • Brigandine The Legend of Runersia

More social

Games that feels like Disciples II: Rise of the Elves but with more teamwork and cooperation

  • Age of Wonders Shadow Magic

  • Banquet for Fools

  • Thea 2: The Shattering

  • Lords of Magic: Special Edition

  • Age of Wonders

  • Age of Wonders II: The Wizard's Throne

Choose your own criteria ->

From the same developer

From the same developer, ranked by motivational fit.

  • Disciples II: Gallean's Return

  • Disciples Sacred Lands Gold

  • Jagged Alliance 1: Gold Edition

  • Space Empires V

  • Mirror Mysteries

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Disciples II: Rise of the Elves : A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Leadership, Survival, Violence, Strategy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Fantasy, Continuation, Story.

Last update: 10/08/2026