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Driftland: The Magic Revival

PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac • 2019

Should you play it?

After a devastating war between ancient mages, a powerful spell is all that holds together the shattered planet of Driftland. Take on the role of a powerful mage capable of moving and connecting floating lands, develop a mighty empire, and restore Driftland to its former glory!

What works

  • Unique floating island mechanics
  • Relaxing slow-paced gameplay
  • Indirect unit control system
  • Engaging resource and economy management
  • Beautiful graphics and soundtrack

Things to keep in mind

  • Limited multiplayer and community
  • Ai difficulty and behavior issues
  • Minimal narrative and campaign depth
  • Some repetitiveness in late game
  • Lack of unit variety and direct control

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Dungeons 2

  • Fantasy General II

  • ENDLESS Legend™ 2

  • Master of Magic

  • Gladiator Guild Manager

  • Eador. Imperium

Less competitive

Games that feels like Driftland: The Magic Revival but with less competition against others

  • Lessaria: Fantasy Kingdom Sim

  • The Mims Beginning

  • Zoria: Age of Shattering

  • Gold Gold Adventure Gold

  • Darfall

  • Elemental: Reforged

More social

Games that feels like Driftland: The Magic Revival but with more teamwork and cooperation

  • ZEPHON

  • Creeper World 4

  • ENDLESS Legend™

  • Songs of Silence

  • Age of Wonders 4

  • Kohan II: Kings of War

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Driftland: The Magic Revival: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Violence, Survival, Fellowship, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Leadership, Competition. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Thrill.

Last update: 03/08/2026