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Jagged Alliance 3

2023 · PC · PlayStation 4 · PlayStation 5 · Xbox One · Xbox Series X/S · Turn-based tactics · Strategy RPG · Tactical RPG

80 /100

4 scored sources · 3 countries contributing scores

Review consensus

Jagged Alliance 3 is a strong modern revival that successfully combines detailed turn-based firefights with mercenary management, exploration, resource control, and a flexible strategic map. Reviewers consistently praised its characterful roster, destructible environments, physical ballistics, squad variety, and replayability. Its difficulty and limited onboarding can make the opening hours demanding, while the interface and inventory systems are frequently cumbersome. The deliberately exaggerated action-movie humor is also divisive, with some critics finding its stereotypes and tone distracting. Despite these rough edges, the consensus is that Haemimont Games delivered a deep, distinctive, and worthy successor to Jagged Alliance 2.

Limited geographic coverage. Treat this score as an early indication.

Last researched: 2026-09-23

Pros

  • Deep and flexible turn-based combat
  • Distinctive mercenary personalities and squad relationships
  • Open-ended strategic campaign with strong replayability
  • Destructible environments and physical projectile systems

Cons

  • Steep learning curve and limited onboarding
  • Cumbersome interface and inventory management
  • Divisive humor, stereotypes, and tone
  • Some rough animations and technical imperfections

Review sources

4 sources found across 3 countries. This is not exhaustive worldwide coverage.

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