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Valve has announced a new policy for Steam that will require developers to fully disclose the use of kernel-level anti-cheat software on their game's store pages. This is in response to player requests for more transparency around anti-cheat measures used in games. The disclosure will be...

Age of Mythology, though not strictly based on a specific historical period, combines the influence of mythologies on warfare in a fascinating way. This Ensemble Studios game allows players to engage in traditional RTS combat as various civilizations, such as the Norse, Egyptians, and Greeks...

The evolution of VR gaming has been fascinating to watch. Being a tech and gaming lover, I have been looking at how developers have been trying to use VR in different gaming genres. Of course, shooters were the obvious choice for VR gameplay, but developers have done a great job in other genres...

StarCraft 2 was released in 2010 and after so many years of no news about another game in the series, many people though it would be the last StarCraft game. However, it looks like this might not be the case because there are rumors that people at Blizzard Entertainment are saying another game...

World War II, even through tragic, has been a source of inspiration for a lot of media, including RTS games. You can find dozens of RTS games that embrace the era and that take place in the WWII environment. However, not all games are created the same, and some are better and more appealing to...

Manor Lords is an indie city-building and RTS game developed by a single developer, Greg Styczeń from Slavic Magic, and published by Hooded Horse that gained hype due to its impressive visuals and unique features. Despite being an older game, it is one I think ever RTS lover should check out...

Resume game from replay is a feature in certain games like StarCraft II and Planetary Annihilation: TITANS where a player can select a moment from a replay to continue the game. This feature ensures players do not have to start all over and repeat the same actions if an issue occurs within the...

Crazy Goats Games Studio is developing a new horror/RTS game called "Worshippers of Cthulhu". It is an interesting take on the RTS concept because it combines elements of traditional city-building and Lovecraft horror. In Worshippers of Cthulhu, players assume the role of a cult leader in a...

Empire of the Ants will be released next month by French duo Microids (publisher) and Tower Five (developer). The game is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S|X. It's based on a French science fiction novel and features a blend of real-time strategy gameplay and impressive...

Civilization 7, the highly anticipated strategy game, will be released on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. It will be available on PC via Steam, 2K Games, and the Epic Games Store, as well as on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch consoles. Players who pre-order deluxe or founders editions will...

In 'Republic of Pirates,' you engage in real-time naval confrontations with your personally modified fleet, encountering either merchants or competing buccaneers. The primary method of acquiring resources from other vessels in the archipelago and diversifying the types of ships in your fleet is...

I am looking for a simple RTS like Rusted Warfare, but I want one with better multiplayer controls. I am looking for a balanced game that is also a good choice to play with friends over the weekend and when I have some free time. I can be a classic game because that is what we love. Any...

ZeroSpace, a new RTS game from Starlance Studios, is set to launch in 2025. The game was revealed at Gamescom's Future Games Show, and the sci-fi title has drawn attention from both RTS and Mass Effect fans. Gamers who want to get an early look at ZeroSpace can sign up for a closed beta that is...

The first Sins game landed on Epic Games with little fanfare, and the reviews that followed were brutal. Many players noted the lack of a final faction and said it was in desperate need of a final polish. That said, the game managed to marry aspects of RTS and 4X. This blending of two distinct...

There is little doubt that RTS is seeing a massive resurgence. Games like Stormgate, Godsworn, Zero Space, Age of Mythology and others are doing very well recently. But this does not mean the popularity of RTS games is as high as it used to be, especially at the turn of the millennium. Who...