For many years I have searched for a game, that scratched that itch, more "indirect" control style games like Majesty provided. Driftland prominently features economy and magic in its gameplay, with eploration and conquest taking the smaller part. Magic is strong and game-changing. Combat, heal and buff spells. Terrain-moving/creating/changing spells, portal spells and further utility. There are lots of different resources (some have to be found by a geologist (recrutable)), buildings (usually 2x upgradeable). I cant say much about the ai, I started playing on the preset difficulty (experienced whatever gamer) and found this to be a tad too easy. Give it a try!
