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RuneQuest: Warlords is a turn-based, grid-based tactical strategy game set in Glorantha. Lead Talastar tribes against invading Chaos across an 18-mission campaign, commanding heroes and creatures with rune-powered magic. Choose from three factions and battle in competitive replayable scenarios.

Release Date

09 Dec, 2025

Publisher/Developer

Virtuos, Slitherine Ltd.

Reviews

Steam: 70.59% positive (36/51)
Metacritic: -

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RuneQuest: Warlords is a battle-scale, turn-based strategy game set in the legendary RuneQuest universe. Step into the mythic world of Glorantha—a land shaped by gods, ancient floods, and relentless war—where you rise as a warlord, command heroes and creatures, and wield rune-bound magic to defend your people against the corrupting incursions of Chaos.

The story unfolds in the pivotal year 7/37 (1608) between Talastar and the nightmare realm of Dorastor, west of Dragon Pass on Genertela. You follow Hahlgrim, a champion of the Bilings tribe, as he gathers allies—sometimes unexpected ones, including elves and even temporary Lunar support—to push back the invading hordes. Across 18 campaign missions, the narrative weaves valor, heroism, cruelty, and betrayal, while introducing iconic figures from the setting such as Ketil Whiteye, Hakon the Swimmer, Woowander, and Ralzakark.

Combat takes place on grid-based maps where terrain, facing, and formation matter. Units exert a Zone of Control, shaping movement and forcing difficult choices: commit to a fight, maneuver around threats, or set traps. Actions are governed by Action Points (AP) used for movement, attacks, and special abilities—while Heroes gain additional flexibility for advanced tactics such as flanking and spellcasting. Defensive play is equally important: Sentry Mode can guard key approaches, and reactive mechanics like Opportunity Attacks and counter-attacks reward careful positioning.

Choose from three factionsTalastar, Chaos, and the Lunar Empire—each with a distinct roster and playstyle. Units represent groups of 1 to 7 models, and every model has its own health, adding depth to attrition, focus fire, and survivability. Build armies around specialized heroes (such as Chieftains, Howlers, and Centurions), formidable spellcasters (including Stormwalkers and Broo Shamans), and a range of heavies, skirmishers, cavalry, monsters, and artillery.

Magic is central to victory. Master Spirit, Rune, and Sorcery, and deepen hero affinities with the ancient Runes to unlock powers tied to Glorantha’s pantheon. Some effects are instant, others sustained—demanding smart resource management. Cult Rune Magic, reserved for Hero commanders, delivers potent tools that can swing battles through decisive bursts or lasting battlefield control.

Beyond the campaign, test your strategies in a Competitive Arena with replayable tactical scenarios, refining your approach across varied maps and faction matchups.


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