The beauty of a good 4X strategy game (grand strategy game) is most likely obvious to those who consider themselves fans of the genre; this genre is extremely replayable and so addictive that the time in the game flies by. It must be said that thematically the genre is quite limited - you get a galactic, historical or fantasy theme - but the main gameplay: expand, explore, exploit, exterminate (4X - expand, explore, exploit, exterminate), works in all themes. These games are about building an empire and crushing anyone who doesn't bend to your will. No wonder they are so exciting.
Players new to the genre may not know where to start, and will naturally want to choose something more accessible - such as Civilization 5 - since grand strategy games are often chock full of complex systems and require some time to master. However, veterans of the genre will finally be able to put aside their fleet of carefully designed spaceships and look for something new. With the genre becoming more popular today than it has ever been before, our list of the best grand strategy games will include games for all players, new and old.
Civilization 5
Let's face it, you knew she was going to be on the list - you probably even assumed she would be first on the list, right? This game series, each time receiving a new part in this franchise, has been dominating the 4X - grand strategy genre for many years. With the release of Civ 5, the series is perhaps the most accessible and understandable it's ever been, without losing any of its underlying depth. The introduction of combat on a hexagonal map was perhaps the most significant change in the series, resulting in the game's battles becoming more strategic in nature, previously admittedly involving packing a bunch of horsemen into a single square and sending them into the city. There are some downsides, notably a crappy political system, but the game is currently selling very well on Steam and you'll likely end up spending at least a hundred hours with it.
In this game you have to take on the role of commander-in-chief, raise your nation from its knees and lead it to triumph. From the very beginning you will be managing a handful of ignorant people. But with a little effort in completing the game campaign, unique opportunities will open up for you. Your small settlement will turn into an entire empire with valiant warriors and loyal servants. Once you have an impressive army, your enemies will tremble with fear at the sight of your flag, and your allies will gladly come to your aid in difficult times.
Endless Legend
While Endless Legend may look like a Civilization clone, the game is actually a fresh take on the grand strategy genre. The fantasy elements (expect to see giant sandworms and hulking ogres) certainly help it stand out, but its unique approach to managing regions is what really makes Endless Legend feel like something new. Usually in global strategies you, in an attempt to gobble up all the resources, try to capture as many cities as possible as quickly as possible, but in Endless Legend in this aspect it is better to behave more methodically, it will be more useful to maximize the effectiveness of any particular region. The fact that each faction is unique, from the units you can use to the quests you are given to complete, means that you will have much more replay value than in the same Civilization.
Galactic Civilizations 3
Age Of Wonders 3
Age of Wonders 3 is a real fantasy strategy that includes spectacular battles, challenging campaigns, construction, the study of science, diplomacy and much more. Following in the footsteps of Heroes Of Might & Magic, Age Of Wonders 3 combines a robust city management system with deep, tactical combat on a hexagonal map. The game leans heavily on the last item on this list, which is actually a good thing as this aspect of the gameplay is truly top notch. Performance is especially important in managing the forces you can take into battle, but unit Tiers increase and each unit has unique qualities and benefits, meaning that the high-tier units that see most major engagements will be quite By the way. While, starting from the third part, this was not so important in Heroes of Might and Magic, Age Of Wonders 3 does a good job of recreating this very specific style of grand strategy games.
Distant Worlds: Universe
The barrier to entry into this game is quite high, the fact is that the game has simple graphics, and an incredibly steep learning curve. However, give it time, it deserves to be explored and you will see that Distant Worlds is one of the deepest and most genre-enriching grand strategy games out there. You'll have a huge universe to conquer (if you want to play it), a huge selection of customizable ships and stations, and something rare in the 4X genre - an exciting economy system that is surprisingly fun to create and maintain.
This game is truly capable of surprising; in it you will find an incredibly realistic galaxy with planets, asteroids, merchants, pirates, etc. If you manage to meet a merchant, you are lucky, because if you come across pirates, in most cases they will demand a ransom, or open fire to kill. The main feature is that you have to establish contacts with many races, raise the economy of the planet, trade, sell, weave intrigues, kill and much more. Distant Worlds won't win any awards for its looks, but if you're looking for something with extremely rich and challenging gameplay, this is a game worth checking out.
Star Ruler 2
Star Ruler 2 features real-time (RTS) gameplay, but don't let that fool you - the grand strategy mechanics here are incredibly rich. For example, the political game is very well implemented and gives the player a sense of satisfaction when interacting with other factions. The economics elements are also surprisingly well implemented and rely on you carefully cultivating planets and developing them to their maximum potential. There's a shipbuilding module where you draw armor, weapons and even the interior of ships on a hex grid - it's not a difficult system to understand, so it's easy to learn and use, but at the same time it retains the necessary complexity.
AI War: Fleet Command
So, AI War is a little old these days, but the game has received DLC updates over the years to keep it fresh - not that it needs that help, because the game idea is so fresh and original that until then there won't be a direct sequel, you probably won't want to play another similar global strategy game. It must be said that the graphics will not win you over and there is not much variety in terms of 4X gaming systems, but instead of creating an impressive economy, collecting numerous resources or convincing opponents of your political prowess, the emphasis is on a massive, thousand-strong fleet of ships - to explore, expand and, ultimately destroy powerful AI forces that want to destroy you. It's not much, but each new game persistently intrigues and encourages you to become more powerful each time.
Thea: The Awakening
But this global strategy is cunning, because Thea doesn't really meet all the criteria to be considered a full "4X" - its "expand" function is strictly limited. But the yoke is still interesting; Slavic mythology gives it a unique atmosphere and world, but what really sets it apart from other games in the genre is the emphasis on crafting. In this sense, Thea ( Thea) is a little more RPG than other typical grand strategy games, but this gives it its own personality, making it a good choice for fans of the genre looking for something new. Everything is tied to the resource gathering and crafting system, from the technology tree that unlocks new resources for construction to simple, but card-based combat - which, if successful, rewards you with the necessary materials. The game requires a lot of micromanagement and therefore has a rather slow pace, but overall the game has something new to offer those looking for it.
Endless Space
Infinite Space places the player in the role of ruler of a nascent space civilization, and gives the player the opportunity to cultivate their space empire through a variety of ways and means to suit your playstyle. The essence of the game is familiar to everyone who has played 4X strategy games before. You explore technologies from a large list. You manage systems and planets, drawing up projects for their development. You build a fleet, colonize suitable planets, engage in diplomacy, and fight wars.
Events will develop throughout the galaxy; before starting the game, you will need to choose a race and planet from which you will actually begin the colonization of the galaxy. Depending on the chosen race, you will find completely different playstyles, some races prefer brutal battles or trade, while others love financial fraud and exploration. Having “upgraded” your planet, you can colonize another at any time, thereby expanding your possessions and becoming an even more powerful and dangerous rival. Endless Space has several features and mechanics that set it apart from its competitors and allow it to rival any AAA game.
Total War series
TotalWar is a universal strategy that has absorbed all the best, namely thoughtful turn-based battles taking place in real time, so get ready, it will be hot. The country will be controlled on the world map in a step-by-step mode, but the battles will take you to a huge location where you will have to lead your warriors to victory in real time. As expected, there is no pause in the game, so if you start a battle, please finish it or give up, but your people are unlikely to like this. Separately, it is worth noting the quality of graphics and the realism of combat operations. In battles with enemies, impressive spectacles with the participation of several thousand warriors await you.
Master of Orion 2
Despite the fact that this game was released back in 1996, not many modern global strategies can boast of having such a diverse content as in this legendary game. It is worth noting the complex gameplay of the game, Master of Orion 2 focuses on the development of an alien civilization based on economic, technological and social development. Players can choose between different races or create their own race with a set of strengths and weaknesses. Players can even design their own ships based on available technologies.
You will play the role of a ruler, commander, architect, philosopher, strategist and much more. To surpass other states, you will need to study unique technologies that will help you master invaluable knowledge. Since victory is the main priority, you can choose one of three possible paths: kill all enemies, capture Antares, where the enemies of the entire galaxy live, or win peacefully. The first two options are obvious and there is nothing complicated about them, but the third involves seizing power by creating commercial coalitions. If you manage to unite all the planets, sooner or later the civilian population will decide to elect a president for themselves, and here you will have to take part in a real election race. If you manage to get the most votes, you will be declared president and “HappyEnd” will begin. Regardless of the choice made, the star Orion will always be present on the intergalactic map. It does not affect the progress of the game in any way, but if you manage to visit it first, you will gain impressive technological advantages, and you will be proudly called “Master of Orion”.
Galactic Civilizations 2
Galactic Civilizations 2 is one of the few global strategies that combines combat, economic development, science, culture, space exploration and, of course, political intervention. The game may surprise you in that the backstory of Galactic Civilizations 2 is based on a series of short stories written by its creator, Brad Wardell. While the game doesn't have the most original setting, it does provide an interesting backdrop for a great strategy game.
Depending on your preferences, you can devote yourself to science, establish contacts with politicians, or hire a powerful army and colonize one planet after another. To get clear advantages in a particular industry, you will have to choose one of 10 races that have more than 20 unique abilities. While developing your planet, you will have to study more than 200 technologies and build 50 different structures. While exploring space on your way you will meet 26 unique and unusual planets, radically different in culture, economy, relationships, faith and, of course, appearance. Separately, it is worth noting the well-thought-out artificial intelligence, so that, regardless of your professional qualities, you will certainly choose the appropriate difficulty for yourself (there are 12 in total). If you like to create rare things, you will have a unique ship editor at your disposal, allowing you to realize any fantasy. This global strategy is the embodiment of versatility and balance, because at this moment you can be the ruler of the world, and an hour later die, in the hope of subjugating another planet.
Hearts of Iron Series
Hearts of Iron is a unique global strategy that immerses you in the brutal struggle between the USSR and Germany. To win, you need to attract as many third-party states as possible, since without their firepower you cannot defeat the enemy. If you sympathize with Germany, you can try to go over to their side and try to implement Hitler’s daring plan. Depending on your beliefs, you have the right to choose one of three political directions: fascism, democracy or communism. Absolutely everything will depend on this choice: from the army to the methods of combat. The good news is that the developers have created more than 1000 commanders who actually existed, and their manners and behavior are based on real people, so you have to get to know each one, because you can only win a battle with an experienced commander. If you are familiar with history, you can choose any period of time, the differences lie in battles and new technologies. As for the army, you will have infantry, riflemen, tanks, cavalry, artillery, air defense and much more at your disposal. The main highlight is the unique technologies that open up new types of weapons and methods of combat. If you get tired of completing missions, at any time you can create your own unique map with many details and try to defeat your opponent on your own terms.
Europa Universalis 3.4
Europa Universalis 3, 4 is a unique global strategy, in which you will need to take control of one of the world states on any day of world history starting from May 30, 1453 to July 14, 1789 (this period is expanded in additions). At your disposal will be well-thought-out diplomacy, thanks to which you can enter into alliances, conduct peace negotiations, declare war, take prisoners, demand ransom and much more. In addition to resolving diplomatic issues, you need to find time for construction, because you can only gain recognition if you have a developed province. Europa Universalis will certainly appeal to leisurely and diligent tacticians, because to win you need to have these very qualities. This is because most of the time you will have to observe, and only then make important decisions that could lead to unforeseen circumstances.
In general, you are responsible for the whole state, and how exactly to develop it depends only on you. You can hire warriors and capture your neighbors, or go in search of new lands and become the happy owner of valuable treasures. To understand all the nuances you will have to work hard, since the game has a lot of indicators that can turn a prosperous city into real ruins. You will have to monitor the economy, trade, fatigue, joy, anger, honor traditions, etc. Due to the large abundance of information, you should always have a backup plan, because everything can go wrong at any moment. As in any global strategy, bloody battles await you in this game, but they are not a priority, because you can influence the situation in dozens of different ways. Of course, you can punish the offender, but you should not neglect the fact that neighbors can unite against you.
It might be worth noting that classics like Heroes of Might and Magic 3 and Master Of Orion 2 are still as playable and fun as they once were (there's even an HD re-release of HOMM3 if you're interested...). But still, if you think that there are global strategies that you think we missed and really need to be added, just let us know about it in the comments
26.08.2018 Pavel Makarov
One of the first strategies with the development of civilization was Sid Meier’s Civilization, released in 1991. The game was developed by MPS Labs and published by MicroProse. The player had to develop the chosen people. As the game progresses, you need to study technology, engage in diplomacy, participate in wars and develop the economy. The setting included the historical period from the primitive system to the near future.
Civilization was the game that founded the turn-based grand strategy genre with elements of economic, political and scientific development. Sid Meier's Civilization introduced the concept of a "tech tree" for the first time. In this article, we invite you to get acquainted with modern representatives of the genre of games in which you need to develop your civilization.
Sid Meier's Civilization V
Release date: 2010
Genre: global turn-based strategy with the development of civilization
Developer: Firaxis Games
Publisher: 2K
The player's task is to lead his civilization to one of the types of victory. Types of victory in Civilization: military, diplomatic, scientific and cultural. Turn-based strategy (TBS) develops on a global map consisting of hexes. Some hexes are allocated for various resources and improvements. The other part is under the Wonders of the World, city-states or controlled by competitors.
Two major expansions were released for the game: Gods & Kings and Brave New World, introducing significant innovations to the game mechanics. Numerous additions have also been released with new civilizations and game maps.
A special feature of the game is access to a huge number of mods, which can be downloaded through the menu. Fans have created many scenarios, civilizations and maps, the variety of which can satisfy the most demanding tastes.
Some shortcomings include the weakness of the AI (however, common for most strategies), but this pales against the background of the many advantages of this wonderful game. Facts that speak of incredible popularity: more than 10 million copies sold and a Metacritic rating of 90 out of 100 on Metacritic.
Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings
Release date: 1999
Genre: tactical strategy with the development of a medieval kingdom
Developer: Ensemble Studios
Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios
This game is a continuation of one of the classic series in the RTS real-time strategy genre. She has won many awards. 2 million copies were sold in the first quarter of sales. The score on Metacritic was 92/100. The player has access to 13 civilizations with their own specifics to control. The Conquerors expansion added five more. There are also 5 companies in the game. Civilization passes through four eras, each of which opens up access to new units and improvements. The gameplay consists of building cities, collecting resources, and creating armies. As a result, it is necessary to defeat opponents by destroying their armies and destroying buildings.
In 2013, the game was re-released in an enhanced HD format, with significantly improved graphics. Later, three more DLCs were released in this format with new civilizations, maps and scenarios.
Forge of Empires
Release date: year 2012
Genre: online strategy with city development
Developer: InnoGames
Publisher: InnoGames
If you are not ready to get so involved in the intertwining of Sid Meier’s Civilization, but want to take people from the Stone Age to a world similar to science fiction, then there is a great option for you in the form of Forge of Empires. There is only one city on your shoulders. The game is available both for PC in the browser and for mobile platforms Android and IOS.
An important part of the gameplay is interaction with players around the world. Neighboring settlements may run away from you, but you are not fooled, you can answer!
Cossacks 3
Release date: 2016
Genre: tactical strategy with base development
Developer: GSC Game World
Publisher: GSC Game World
A remake of the 2001 classic RTS. The player has 12 countries to control, with 70 types of military units, 100 technologies and more than 140 historical buildings. Gameplay takes place in 17th and 18th century Europe, with units and weapons to match.
Cossacks 3 - screenshots
The peculiarity of the game is huge crowds of armies rushing across the map and being destroyed by the thousands in brutal, fast-paced battles. To win, army control must be combined with skillful management - the extraction of key resources and the construction of the necessary buildings.
For our time, the gameplay of Cossacks 3 is somewhat outdated, but for fans of the classics it can provide pleasant moments.
Total War: Rome II
Release date: year 2013
Genre: global strategy with the development of ancient civilization
Developer: Creative Assembly
Publisher: SEGA
Total War is one of the most famous series of PC games, familiar to every strategy lover. In this genre, only the Civilization series is on its level. Rome II is the eighth game in Total War, and one of the most successful. It combines the strategic mode on the global map, in which they deal with macro-management of resources, movements, assignments, with the tactical one, in which battles take place.
The company begins in 272 BC. and is designed for 300 years. The game features 117 different factions fighting across a huge map of 173 regions, spanning Asia, Africa and Europe.
The main types of troops of the Ancient World (cavalry, infantry, elephants, etc.) fight directly on the battlefield, taking into account the historical specifics of different factions (Greek phalanx, Roman legions, etc.). There are different types of battles available (siege, river battles, etc.), in which thousands of units fight.
In addition to the exciting gameplay, Rome II offers a lot of materials on the history of the Ancient World, especially its military part.
Stronghold Kingdoms
Release date: year 2012
Genre: online strategy with the development of a medieval state
Developer: FireFly Studios
Publisher: FireFly Studios
What is it like to manage a medieval castle? Stronghold Kingdoms tries to give the most simple but honest answer to this - this MMORTS (a genre that combines real-time strategy and multiplayer functionality) gives, although simplified, a complete idea of how to maintain your fortress with knights and dysentery.
One of the characteristic features of the game is that your successful passage depends not only on defeating computer antagonists, but also on interactions with other real gamers over the network.
Rise of Nations
Release date: 2003
Genre: turn-based strategy with RPG elements and non-linear plot
Developer: Big Huge Games
Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios
The game is similar in mechanics to Total War, combining strategic actions on a global map with direct command of troops in battle mode. Visually, it is much poorer than Total War, and in the field of combat and strategy it is inferior to this classic.
The player takes control of one of 18 nations, which he leads to victory through 8 historical eras of development. About 100 different units are available to him, and each faction has its own unique fighters.
In 2014, a re-release of the game was released, with updated graphics and multiplayer.
Europa Universalis IV
Release date: year 2013
Genre: global strategy with the development of civilization during the Renaissance
Developer: Paradox Development Studio
Publisher: Paradox Interactive
Global strategy from Paradox, one of the leading strategy developers.
The game covers the period from the late Middle Ages to the Early Modern era.
Gaming takes place taking into account real historical events (geographical discoveries, etc.). To achieve victory, the player must skillfully combine trade, diplomacy, colonization and military action.
The game features a strong Paradox-style strategy component, with a comparatively poor military component. There are no tactical battles, and the game only takes place on the global map. In this form, the game is similar to chess.
The “trick” of Europa Universalis IV is that the process depends on random events, both positive and negative, that are generated every year.
Vikings: War of Clans
Release date: 2015
Genre: MMO strategy with the development of a Viking settlement
Developer: Plarium
Publisher: Plarium
If you often watch videos on YouTube, then you have long known that if strategies from the nineties and early 2000s are dear to your heart, you should definitely try Vikings: War of Clans. Such intrusive, monotonous advertising can discourage anyone from trying out the game.
But for some reason, there are several times more people playing it than there ever were Vikings. And all because this is a thoughtful military strategy in which you equally get pleasure from profitable alliances with other players and from the thoughtless plunder of their lands.
Release date: year 2012
Genre: global strategy with the development of your own dynasty in the setting of medieval Europe
Developer: Paradox Development Studio
Publisher: Paradox Interactive
Another global strategy from Paradox, covering the Medieval period, from 1066 to 1453.
The peculiarity of the game is that it is a simulator of a dynasty, and not of a civilization or state. The player, using wars, marriages and murders, works hard on the global map to achieve the success of his dynasty and eliminate competitors.
14 DLCs have already been released, adding new dynasties, events and expanding the period of the game.
The game has similar strengths and weaknesses to Europa Universalis IV: a strong strategic component with advanced AI combined with a poor military component.
Throne: Kingdom At War
Release date: 2016
Genre: MMO strategy with the development of a medieval kingdom
Developer: Plarium
Publisher: Plarium
The world of Throne: Kingdom At War can be described as an abstract, fascinating Middle Ages without inquisitions, but with knights. In the game you create a Hero, and everything depends on him - he improves your possessions and controls your soldiers in battles.
Once upon a time, in the fictional kingdom of Amaria, a wise monarch ruled everything. But his death plunged everything into chaos, and the Hero is one of the fighters for control of his domain. You can explore new lands and conquer the rebellious. Anything until you yourself are overthrown.
Release date: 2010
Genre: global strategy with the development of civilization in the modern era
Developer: Paradox Development Studio
Publisher: Paradox Development
Another global strategy from Paradox. The game is more aimed at diligent fans. The player needs to spend many hours on political and economic decisions.
The player controls the state, combining its political, diplomatic, economic, military and technological aspects. The period of the game is 1836-1936. The game spans the entire Earth, with over 200 playable countries.
Victoria II is more focused on developing economic relations. The game has a complex system with more than 50 types of goods and factories, the prices of which are determined by millet and supply. In the realm of politics and diplomacy, the player interacts with 8 different types of governments and 7 ideologies. The military component, for which 20 types of ground and naval forces are responsible, is less important than in its counterparts.
Grand Ages Medieval
Release date: 2015
Genre: real-time strategy with the development of the economy of the Medieval state
Developer: Gaming Minds Studios
Publisher: Kalypso Media Digital
Not a very successful attempt to cross RTS with TBS. State governance is carried out on a global map in real time. The emphasis is on the economy, combat is less important. The factions are almost the same from each other, the battles are very boring, the only heavily developed part is trade. To build a strong economy, you need to carefully monitor commodity prices, compare alternatives, deal with logistics and trade protection.
Grand Ages Medieval can be called a trading strategy, to which war and other components were added “for show.”
Medieval II: Total War
Release date: 2006
Genre: global military strategy in the setting of medieval Europe
Developer: CREATIVE ASSEMBLY
Publisher: SEGA
The fourth game in the Total War series, one of the pinnacles of the strategy genre.
The game covers the Middle Ages; There are 17 factions available in the company. In the process, it is necessary not only to fight competitors, but also to take into account global events corresponding to historical periods. For example, the invasions of the Mongols and Timur. Religion plays an important role on the global map. For example, the Pope may excommunicate you and declare a crusade against you. If the population of recently subjugated territories professes a religion different from yours, then there is a high probability of uprisings.
The system of agents responsible for the spread of religions, espionage and other components of victory has also been fully implemented. Decisive battles are best carried out manually, rather than using automatic calculation, and here you can notice that the game engine has been improved in Medieval II. The soldiers received individual content and a variety of combat techniques. This visually distinguishes the battles from the “clone wars” of previous games in the series.
In addition to our article, we suggest watching a detailed video review about other strategies on PC with the development of civilization, including settings from the primitive period to modern days.
The genre that we will talk about today can hardly be called super popular among gamers, but every year new turn-based strategies and RTS are released in which you can fight with other nations, tribes or aliens. At the same time, among the thousands of games available, there are those that every self-respecting gamer should play. We offer the Top 20 best strategies in history.
Cities: Skylines
Until last year, SimCity 4 was considered the best city-planning simulator without any alternative. In 2013, EA tried to restart the franchise, but it was a real fiasco: fans were dissatisfied with many bugs and the unsatisfactory scale of the new game. After the release of Cities: Skylines in 2015, gamers forgot about the existence of SimCity: the new project amazed with its scale, customization capabilities, and the high level of detail of the cities. Moreover, the developers have released an official modding toolkit, allowing gamers to change the game as they please. Users immediately began to release mods, thanks to which new modes, types of buildings, junctions, cars and much more appeared in the game.
In September, the first update for Cities: Skylines was released, adding dynamic time of day changes, as well as making the economic model more complex and realistic.
Endless Legend
The global strategy, which seamlessly combines elements of fantasy and science fiction, gives gamers the opportunity to play both as a race of carnivorous insects, the Necrophages, and as strange Cultists, expanding their possessions by “absorbing” other factions. In total, there are 8 races available in the game with unique features and mechanics.
The plot of the project in some ways is reminiscent of “Game of Thrones” - gamers will have to fight for survival in the dark era of the decline of the planet Auriga - a harsh winter comes unexpectedly and brings death to all races. The game has all the elements of a classic strategy - a huge game world, a developed technological tree, scarce resources, a system of diplomacy and trade. The developers have provided many main and secondary quests.
Crusader Kings II
Another global strategy in a medieval setting. Gamers are reincarnated as a monarch, striving with all his might to expand his influence in medieval Europe (the period of 769 – 1453 is covered). To achieve this goal, he weaves complex intrigues, treacherously attacks his closest allies, and does not hesitate to kill friends and relatives if they get in his way. The game is designed for thoughtful gamers who like to spend hours understanding complex menus, as well as studying terrain features on maps before bloody battles.
At the center of the project are not abstract nations and states, but dynasties. In the game you can meet many real-life historical characters, each of whom has their own strengths and weaknesses. Over time, players become attached to members of the dynasty, who grow up, get married, have children, die.
Civilization V
There is hardly a gamer in the world who has not heard of this game. Civilization is the most famous, popular and successful global strategy in the history of gaming. The developers have added many mechanisms, heroes, resources, units, and technologies to the game that make it exciting and dynamic. At the same time, the authors did not bother with realism: for example, the Mongols and Aztecs could become the most highly developed nations, and the bloodthirsty Gandhi could be the first to press the “nuclear button” and start a war of all against all. However, this ahistorical nature and absurd scenarios are what make the game a real hit.
In the game you will have to make difficult decisions on the development of the economy, military and social spheres, and choose a political regime. All this has a decisive impact on the reputation and development trajectory of a nation. The graphics of Civilization V are significantly improved compared to previous series, and the redesigned combat system makes battles exciting. In addition, strategy fans constantly post new mods and maps on Steam, so you can enjoy the game endlessly.
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War
In many aspects, Dawn of War is a traditional RTS - gamers will have to build a base, extract resources, and repel enemy attacks. At the same time, in the game you can already see elements that will soon appear in Company of Heroes: new mechanics, factions, unit morale and much more.
The most attractive thing about Dawn of War is the tension that permeates all missions: you need to constantly move forward, capture and hold territories. At the same time, the generators and strategic resources of the captured points are rapidly depleted. Therefore, players often do not have time to catch their breath - they need to be on the move all the time.
The Dark Crusade update introduced new factions and unique mechanics: gamers can play for the Eldar, Orcs and Imperial Guard.
Total War: Shogun 2
The sequel to the popular RTS can be bluntly called the most successful game in the Total War series. The Creative Assembly took into account the mistakes made in the previous project - Empire, which was an ambitious project with a lot of bugs, and decided to polish the gameplay of Shogun 2 to perfection. She succeeded brilliantly: the Shogun map is diverse and will force gamers to solve many tactical puzzles. At the same time, it is relatively small, which will undoubtedly appeal to fans of battles.
When it comes to visuals, Shogun II is the most attractive game in the series so far. Of course, Rome and Attila boast significantly more realistic graphics, but Shogun II has something much more important - a unique style. The fate of large-scale battles is decided in individual duels, and cherry tree flower petals fly over the battlefield.
Modders have released many new maps, modes, and updates for Shogun 2.
XCOM: Enemy Unknown/Within
XCOM: Enemy Unknown is a turn-based strategy game that pits gamers against an alien invasion. Players send squads of six elite fighters to battle alien forces. Battles take place in fields, cities and on board spaceships.
The central XCOM base is like an ant farm, in which there is a scientific department (responsible for the development of technology), a medical unit (in which characters recover after battles), and an intelligence department (where gamers monitor the movements of aliens). Players themselves decide whether to invest available funds in the development of new types of weapons, the deployment of interceptors, or the conduct of combat operations.
Thanks to the Enemy Within update, which came out a year after the release of XCOM: Enemy Unknown, the game added a new faction - EXALTA terrorists, as well as new mechanics.
StarCraft II
The sci-fi RTS StarCraft 2 is a game about the confrontation between iron-clad cowboys, disgusting aliens and space elves. This is a classic real-time strategy game where you collect resources, build armies, and try to kill your opponent before he kills you. Often the fate of a battle is decided as a result of one successful strategic move or a series of quick mouse clicks.
Multiplayer is the most important aspect of StarCraft 2. Playing against people is much more difficult than against AI: they control units faster and make smarter decisions. Many tournaments are held for StarCraft 2, and an eSports community has quickly formed around the RTS.
The single-player mode is no less interesting: Blizzard has developed many interesting missions. In 2015, the last part of the StarCraft 2 trilogy, Legacy of the Void, was released.
Company of Heroes 2: Ardennes Assault
In Company of Heroes 2: Ardennes Assault, US forces battle German forces for control of the Ardennes, a mountain range of critical strategic importance. Unlike the original game and the sequel, in Ardennes Assault gamers will have to go through three non-linear campaigns that unfold on a strategic map. German troops are in constant motion, so battles can be replayed several times, and each time they will take place differently.
You can only play for Americans: in each of the three companies you can upgrade the skills of the characters. Unlike previous projects, in Ardennes Assault the results of battles have an impact on the entire campaign: if in one of the battles players lost several fighters at once, they will begin the next battle with fewer personnel.
Age of Empires II
This classic RTS launched many gamers' careers: Age of Empires II is easy to learn, fun and fast-paced. Users start the campaign with only a few workers, but after an hour of play they will have built a huge city. In the game you need to get food, wood, gold and stone, construct buildings, and create your own army.
The project covers the era from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Gamers can go through multiple campaigns, create their own maps, choose from 13 factions... in general, Age of Empires II will not get boring even after several dozen hours of play.
In 2013, Hidden Path Entertainment released an HD version of the game on Steam. The remake introduced a multiplayer mode and support for mods.
Wargame: AirLand Battle
The Wargame: AirLand Battle project combines elements of the RTS and war game genres: gamers will have to think through the route of movement of units, as well as participate in fierce battles. The game is a sequel to Wargame: European Escalation, dedicated to the confrontation between NATO and the Warsaw Pact countries during the Cold War.
The authors carefully worked on the detail of the battlefields and special effects. On the strategic map, gamers control the course of hostilities, issuing orders for the movements of units and capturing new territories. However, the highlight of Wargame: AirLand Battle is definitely the ability to control one of hundreds of military vehicles to choose from. The developers tried to reflect in the game the unique characteristics of the cars, their strengths and weaknesses. In the multiplayer mode, you can take part in 10 vs 10 battles.
Tropico 4
Tropico 4 is an atmospheric city-building simulator. Gamers transform into the dictator of a fictional island state who must lead his people to greatness.
Gamers themselves choose the path to prosperity: they can mercilessly exploit natural resources and turn the island into an industrialized state, or attract tourists by taking care of the flora and fauna. Or combine both strategies. Each of the players’ decisions entails certain consequences: for example, if you agree to accept migrants, you will need to provide them with housing and work, and for this you need to improve the economy and service industry.
With the growing economic power of the state, there will be a need to negotiate with the leading world powers - the USA, Russia, China and the EU, each of which will try to influence the processes unfolding on the island. They will offer money in exchange for building a military base or recycling waste.
Overall, this is an extremely fun game, blending city building simulation elements with economic and political aspects.
Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion
In Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion, like any other similar game, you need to colonize planets, build an economy, and establish relationships with other races. However, the main emphasis is on large-scale space battles. They look incredibly impressive: battles take place in 3D, ship hulls are torn apart by missiles and lasers, and gunshot tracks cut through the black space of space.
There will always be a lot of movement in the game: scouts will float from planet to planet in search of new resources and worlds, merchant ships will transport goods, and military cruisers will repel attacks from opponents or Pirates.
The game itself is quite difficult, even if you play against the AI. In total, three races are fighting for world domination - the Industrial Trade Coalition (earthly colonists), the Marchers (cyborgs) and the Vasari (technocratic race). The title provides a developed diplomacy system. Gamers can form alliances with both opponents and neutral factions, or bribe Pirates to attack enemies.
DEFCON is a game in which gamers have to do the impossible: try to win a global nuclear war. The goal of the project is to inflict maximum damage on the enemy while escaping with minimal losses. At the beginning, players choose one of six territories (North America, South America, Russia, Europe, Africa and Asia are available), then place military units and fleets. Gamers are given 18 minutes to think and explore. At the first level of danger (DEFCON 3) units begin to automatically attack enemy equipment (you can use aviation and navy), at the second (DEFCON 2) you can launch bombers with nuclear missiles (although the missiles themselves cannot yet be used), at the third (DEFCON 3) - The nuclear apocalypse begins.
The game describes a possible nuclear war scenario quite realistically - it is impossible to save all units in it. The player who manages to destroy the opponents' missile silos before the missiles are launched usually wins.
Supreme Commander
Supreme Commander is the spiritual successor to Total Annihilation in a futuristic setting. The minimum system requirements of the project, released in 2007, were so high that not every gamer could play this colorful RTS. The Gas Powered Games studio has simplified the resource management system as much as possible (there are only two of them - Matter and Energy) and focused on battles - the main goal of the project is to create the ideal killing machine (experimental units).
The game was amazing in its scale: an army could consist of 1000 units in the air, at sea and on land. As in most similar projects, players must ensure the uninterrupted production of new combat vehicles in order to dominate the enemy. To do this, you need to capture and hold sources of resources.
Supreme Commander was one of the first RTS to support a second monitor. This gave a decisive advantage in battle: on the first display, gamers controlled the movements of the enemy on a scalable map, on the second, they controlled their own units.
Star Wars: Empire at War
This game will appeal to all Star Wars fans: Empire at War is a strategy game based on the original trilogy. Gamers can play on the side of both the Empire and the rebels, control huge armies, send the heroes of the saga into battle (like Luke Skywalker or Darth Vader), and also build the Death Star.
The best part of the game, of course, is the large-scale tactical battles in the Galactic Conquest mode, unfolding in space. Up to five people can play on one map: each participant will have their own space station and fleet, with the help of which they must destroy enemy bases. Ships and heroes have specific features that, if used effectively, can have a decisive influence on the outcome of the battle. Experienced players will easily discover the weak points of large ships and give the order to attack them. Watching the X-Wing squadrons try to destroy the Star Destroyer will be a treat for any fan of the space saga.
In addition to space battles, the developers will allow gamers to take part in ground operations. This means that players will be able to control air bikes and AT-AT walkers.
Europa Universalis IV
This global and incredibly complex game from Paradox Development Studio was recognized as the best strategy of 2013. Europa Universalis IV is a real breakthrough because the developers took into account previous mistakes and corrected most of the bugs that migrated from series to series. Moreover, they tried to explain in detail all the places that raised questions among gamers (due to the colossal scale of the game, some mechanics remained unclear), improve the interface and optimize the AI. Of course, to understand Europa Universalis IV you will still have to spend dozens of hours on training. But this game is the most understandable and simplest of the EU series.
Nations seek to expand their influence through trade, diplomacy, economics, exploration of new lands, and the development of new technologies. You can try to colonize America, or conquer India, you can start the game as one of the local tribes in North America. In this project, gamers have the power to change the history of mankind - for example, the Venetian Empire can capture the Apennine Peninsula, annex or conquer all the tribes and go to war with the Ottoman Empire. France can enter into an alliance with England and divide Europe into spheres of influence.
Distant Worlds: Universe
Perhaps this is the most ambitious global turn-based strategy in the history of gaming. The developers created an entire galaxy - 1,400 star systems with more than 50 thousand planets, moons and asteroids, as well as various astronomical objects (black holes, gas giants, supernovae).
Gamers will have to create their own civilization to establish world domination. The authors of Distant Worlds: Universe offer gamers wide customization options: you can start the game on one planet with several light ships, or become the leader of a technologically advanced civilization that has already created a hyperdrive.
The highlight of the game is the ability to automate various processes in the empire: for example, you can not interfere with the economy, concentrating solely on diplomacy and battles. In any case, it won't be easy to beat your opponents: the AI is surprisingly effective.
Age of Wonders III
The project is a reboot of the classic franchise, the last episode of which was released in 2003. This 3D turn-based strategy game takes place in a fantasy world, during an era of fierce confrontation between the Imperial Commonwealth and the Elven Alliance.
In the game you can play as one of 7 races: people, elves, gnomes, goblins, orcs, draconians, halflings. Heroes can belong to one of 6 classes (military leader, theocrat, robber, arch druid, sorcerer or technocrat), and also have a specialization (master of the elements of water, fire, air, earth, adept of creation, destruction, research or construction).
The system of diplomacy and city management are not the strong features of the project. However, the authors managed to make the battles truly exciting: units can be combined with each other and turned into giant armies, and then besiege the enemy’s fortress. The scale of battles is reminiscent of Total War, but the highlight of Age of Wonders III is the ability to use magic.
Order of Battle: Pacific
Everyone knows the importance of the battles that unfolded in the Pacific during World War II. The authors of Order of Battle: Pacific offer to take part in bloody battles on the side of the Japanese Empire or allies.
In this turn-based strategy, which in its style is reminiscent of the good old Panzer General, gamers will have to carefully think through every move. A total of three campaigns are available in which you can change the course of history and, for example, win the war on the side of Japan. Players can control over 500 units such as the legendary M3 Stuart and Type 97 Chi-Ha tanks, A6M Zero and F4U Corsair fighters, or the battleships Montana and Yamato.
During battles, you can unlock heroic commanders, who can provide a decisive advantage in battle.
How do global strategies differ from ordinary ones? Its scale. In them we manage a huge state, an empire or the whole world, solving a large number of problems. The most popular are global strategies on a regular PC. There were attempts to transfer such projects to consoles, but the controls were not so hot, and gamers did not particularly like it.
Even such a niche category of games has hundreds of projects that are difficult to understand just by reading the description. So that you don’t waste time and choose a game to play within a few minutes, we have selected the best global computer strategies. Read their short review and then make your choice. Go!
Stellaris - conquering space
Let's start with a global 4X real-time strategy, where you need to develop in outer space, populating planet after planet. The game world is procedurally generated, and therefore each new playthrough will be unique and bring fresh impressions. In addition, with procedural generation, the gamer influences the development of the world. So, the realism of the game is worthy of praise.
Here you will be engaged in construction, influence the political life of the empire, and manage one or several planets at the same time. You will also have to ensure that each faction lives in peace, happy with its position. The role of a galactic emperor is a million times more complex than that of an earthly emperor. Therefore, get ready for real challenges.
If you have not encountered the grand strategy genre before, you will almost certainly have difficulties in terms of control and understanding of what is happening on the screen. In order to understand all this, you will have to read guides and watch video after video from experienced gamers explaining the intricacies of the gameplay. At first it will not be easy to watch and play, but as soon as your knowledge becomes deep, you will be happy to delve into the development of the space state and achieve considerable success.
Galactic Civilizations 3 - civil strife on a galactic scale
The third part of the popular series continues what the developers laid down from the very beginning. There won’t be any here either, but, on the other hand, the player’s role in fleet construction has been increased. Now you can control much more processes and influence the quality of finished mechanisms. This game can be called both a simulator and an economic strategy. But, first of all, this is a global military strategy in a space setting. You choose a planet with warlike inhabitants, and then lead your charges to victory over numerous enemies.
The project is worthy of adding to our list of the best global strategies, because the mechanisms of government management are well developed here. You can control the smallest processes, from mining minerals to installing additional armor shields on warships.
You may have to spend a lot of time learning all the functionality, but a life-saving video or written guide will help you figure it out. As expected, there is a cooperative here, so feel free to call your friends and start building a new wonderful world in the vastness of the vast galaxy.
Master of Orion - manage colonies
This game was released in 1996, but can still bring a lot of pleasure to fans of grand strategy games. Here the player can take control of one of the races and lead it to prosperity, extracting resources, fighting enemies and capturing new territories. The project is suitable for those who do not pay attention to graphics and value gameplay first.
The gamer will have to make an important choice at the very beginning - to choose the ideal race. The fact is that each race has characteristics, using which you can achieve good results. On the other hand, if you lose sight of these features and “bend” your line, nothing will work out. A good tip is to study all the information about the races before starting the game. And then move on.
Interestingly, some of the processes here are borrowed from a more popular member of the “Association of Global Strategies” - “Civilization” became the inspiration for the developers who created a similar management system. Thus, it became possible to redistribute the inhabitants of the planet and set a specific occupation for each group. Someone will engage in agriculture, someone will be entrusted with industrial production, and so on.
Total War Warhammer 2 - the perfect strategy
Since the news appeared about the creation of the second part of the sensational fantasy offshoot “Total War”, the game has become the main object of discussion on thematic forums. Articles on popular resources, one after another, talked about how large-scale and fantastically spectacular the project would be. It was argued that the developers took all the best from the first part and decided to create the coolest strategy of our time. In fact, that’s what happened!
What are the strategies from “Total War” so famous for? In them, you not only manage your wards on a global map and take care of the economy. When times get tough, you can take an army and go cut down the enemy in real time on a real map with tens of thousands of units participating! That's why the series' projects always top the top global strategies. Those same cinematic massive battles that sent shivers down your spine, thanks to “Total War”, became available on the computer. From year to year, developers created new engines and improved them. With the release of the second part of “Warhammer” based on the legendary universe, it became clear that now this is one of the most advanced strategies in all respects. The graphics are off the charts, the functionality is excellent, and the musical accompaniment is amazing.
Of course, there are some small bugs and shortcomings, without mentioning which the review and description of the project would be too biased. But it is worth noting that the creators are in close contact with the community and quickly respond to all comments. The result is that updates with fixes are constantly being released.
Sid Meier's Civilization VI - build a civilization
Already the sixth part of the strategy that has conquered the world has been released on personal computers and is delighting fans of the genre. For those who have never heard of “Civilization” - this is a global economic turn-based strategy where you can play for different cultures and civilizations. The gameplay is not real time, so there is some time to think. Conquer the world section by section. There are an incredible number of strategic possibilities:
- control construction;
- arm the army;
- conduct research;
- create new technologies;
- distribute resources wisely and so on.
This is probably the best turn-based simulator of the development of the world from ancient times to the space age. It is unlikely that there will be a project that can compete with “civa” in this regard.
Of course, a good player learns first. This rule works perfectly here. First, you need to find a training video on all the functions of the interface. This will be a good foundation for the future ruler of the world. But you don’t have to watch the video, figuring everything out on your own. If you wish, you can invite your friends and arrange a showdown on a global scale in the co-op.
Europa Universalis IV - huge map
In the genre of top turn-based global computer strategies, this is a real gem. When gamers are asked how Europa Universalis differs from the rest, they answer: “It has a very developed economic component.” Indeed, although war has a special meaning in this game world, it requires a large amount of funds to wage it. Using many interface functions, you will manage the economic life of the state on the global map and lead it to victory over the rest of the participants in the global conflict.
For the PC platform, Europa Universalis is well optimized, but weaker computers may experience difficulties - too many scripts are executed after each move.
Want to rewrite history? Make Scotland a superpower, pit Mexico against Europe, save Joan of Arc from burning, or simply repeat the feat of famous military leaders of past centuries? This is only possible with the help of global strategies. Companies involved in the development of computer toys provide a wide field for activity, so it is not at all necessary to get involved in politics “in real life” - no one is stopping you from conquering fantasy worlds or outer space.
The dominance of shooters, open-world RPGs, and other projects labeled “online” have made the genre almost exotic. Even smart indies come out almost every day, unlike good global strategies. Organizations and private projects on Kickstarter are trying to revive the genre, but they are not succeeding. All we have is, in fact, continuations of already existing ideas and universes with a prefix in the name - 2, 3, 4, etc., and something new and fresh, alas, is represented by isolated examples or is completely absent in gaming year.
So, let's try to identify the best global strategies that have distinguished themselves by their quality component, interesting plot, entertaining gameplay and positive user ratings. The list was compiled based on reviews from gaming publications, but ranking projects for the most part is pointless, because they all deserve attention, and a specific setting is not for everyone. Some people like space, some cannot live without a sword and armor, and some don’t even care where or how - as long as they conquer something.
The top global strategies look like this:
- Total War: Shogun 2.
- Crusader Kings 2.
- Europa Universalis 4.
- Sid Meier's Civilization 6.
- Stellaris.
- Endless Legend.
- Endless Space 2.
- Anno 2205.
Let's take a closer look at the games.
Total War: Shogun 2
Almost all the Total War series are divided into two main components - real-time battles and a global economic strategy in turn-based mode. The player, in addition to mass massacre, needs to develop settlements, hire military leaders, deal with taxes, conduct diplomatic negotiations and send special agents on risky missions.
The global strategy with the economy in “Total War” may not be as well thought out as in other projects, but this part cannot be called a “tick” at all. In Shogun 2, both components turned out to be well developed. And even though the turn-based mode on the global map is just a prelude to epic battles, it is no worse than massive battles.
On the plus side, you can add a very beautiful and competently recreated setting of 16th century Japan, as well as perfect balance and atmospheric musical component. The world of global strategies “Total War” has always been easy to master, and “Shogun 2” was no exception: the barrier to entry for new users is minimal.
Crusader Kings 2
As for the second “Crusaders”, the game interface and the process itself cannot be called friendly for beginners. The threshold for entry into an international global strategy is quite high, and in the first hours of the game the lion's share of time will be spent studying the menu branches, maps and other tactical possibilities. But the material is correctly reinforced by the training campaign, so there are no serious problems here.
Once you understand the controls and thoroughly understand the process, you will realize that Crusaders 2 is one of the best global strategies among other representatives of the genre. Describing the game, we can say that it is an excellent generator of addictive stories and adventures, dedicated to family squabbles, betrayals, conspiracies and other intrigues that took place in medieval Europe.
In this global strategy, you can become a petty lord from some godforsaken Scottish county and, walking over the bones of your enemies, as well as through the diplomatic jungle, unite your lands and become a contender for the royal title. Each new campaign generates a chain of random events, so there is no need to talk about monotony. It is especially popular among fans of the series “Game of Thrones” due to its similar setting and similar intrigues. The latter feel at home in the Crusaders.
Europa Universalis 4
If in the previous game you had some individuals at your disposal, then in Europa Universalis 4 you will control entire empires. There is no place for small conflicts here - only grandiose military campaigns.
At your disposal are entire states that will need to be led to victory in various wars, be it colonial feuds or religious ones. In this case, the player becomes not the king of his subjects, but the leader of the nation, so there is no time to unravel the intrigues - you need to have time to conquer the world before someone else does it.
Sid Meier's Civilization 6
The Civilization series can be called a classic representative of the global strategy genre. Sid Meier managed to create an original and addictive product that you can lose yourself in for weeks, or even months.
Unlike other games of this type, Civilization is not tied to any specific period. The strategy takes the user through a whole chain of eras, starting from small ones. At first, you build a small settlement, engage in hunting, farming and fight with careless neighbors using spears, bows and axes.
Features of the strategy
But after a few hours or even days, under your leadership is no longer a small village, but an industrialized country, where skyscrapers and nuclear power plants are growing. The instruments of influence on neighbors, naturally, are also changing: tanks, fighters, laser weapons and nuclear warheads.
As for the sixth “Civilization” specifically, beginners will relatively easily master the basic controls and, thanks to a competent training campaign, will quickly get involved in the process. This is an extremely high-quality strategy, taking only the best ideas from previous series and bringing them to almost perfection. “Civilization” is truly a place where you can disappear for a long time and enthusiastically build your own world.
Stellaris
This is a global space strategy for those who are cramped and stuffy on the small planet Earth. An ambitious player is given the opportunity to conquer the entire galaxy for any of the presented races.
The player will have to colonize new worlds, develop existing ones, improve technologies, and also devote a considerable part of his time to diplomacy. If the last option does not suit you at all, then you can go exclusively along the military branch and, having assembled a huge fleet, exterminate all those undesirable and conquer the rebellious.
Distinctive features of the strategy
Random generation of events will not let you get bored in the huge universe. You never know in advance what awaits you on a particular planet. You may meet an unfamiliar alien race, find a valuable artifact, or activate a whole chain of additional quests, the completion of which will bring useful bonuses to you or your interstellar empire.
Just like in the case of “Civilization,” you can get stuck here for a very long time. Equipping one planet after another and getting involved in military feuds, you will not notice how the whole day (or night) flies by. This is a very thoughtful and high-quality project that can be recommended to all ambitious conquerors.
Endless Legend
“Endless Legend” is a kind of similarity to the above-mentioned “Civilization”. But this doesn’t make the game any less quality. Both products have similar gameplay, but Legend is distinguished by its original and memorable setting.
Here we have a pun from science fiction and fantasy with a very competent implementation. "Endless Legend" is devoid of similar factions. Each individual group has its own distinctive features. For example, Lords of Dust (ghosts) do not require food and instead absorb energy resources. While monsters or necrophages do not have diplomatic relations with other races at all, they obtain food by devouring conquered tribes.
One of the main features of the “Endless Legend” is, first of all, survival, and only then wars and other feuds with neighbors. Seasons in the game change quite quickly and chaotically. The winters are harsh, and the ruler, who spent six months running away to neighboring tribes and did not pay enough attention to the internal economy and peaceful industry, risks not living until next spring.
Endless Space 2
"Endless Legend" and "Endless Space" are games from the same developer. And if the rulers of the first strategy did not leave the Earth, then for the second there are no longer any obstacles. The manner in which the campaign and development branches are presented are somewhat similar in the games, but there are still specific and critical differences.
The game attracts with its graphical component, which has been noticeably improved compared to the first part. You can choose which way to develop your empire. If you want to defeat your opponents with technical superiority, please invest in the appropriate branches, and not a single enemy military ship will even come close to your planets. The enemy fleet will simply disintegrate its defense systems into atoms. If you like managing beautiful interstellar ships and forcefully solving all pending conflicts, then the aggressive development branch is just for you.
At the beginning of the game, each player is given an equal number of planets and opportunities. By developing basic and specific skills, you choose your own play style, and “Endless Space” does not limit you in anything, but only indulges your desires.
Anno 2205
The Anno series is a city planning and economic simulator. The previous games in the series took place on land and underwater, but on planet Earth. The new strategy allows us to master our satellite - the Moon.
But in order to get there, you will first have to build several factories, research centers and launch mines on the ground. After the resources have been collected and the necessary buildings have been built, you can proceed to the development of the satellite with all the attendant cosmic realities such as weightlessness, meteor showers and anarchists who always confuse the plans.
Game Features
Despite the fact that the game is positioned by the developer specifically as a city-planning and economic simulator, there is more than enough combat action in it, where global strategists can express themselves to the fullest.
Separately, it is worth mentioning the visual side of the project. The magnificent panoramas of the overall view along with the careful detailing of small details are simply amazing. Despite all its beauty, the game only slightly added to the system requirements, and the level of acceptable FPS was largely achieved through competent optimization.
As for the entry threshold, a smart training campaign will not let you get confused in the interface and will guide you step by step through all the hot spots of Anno. After an hour or two, the newcomers’ discomfort disappears, and they already feel at ease, ready to conquer the earth’s satellite.
