While Sim City preps itself for a reboot and Starcraft II dallies over an expansion, there's a natty niche here that needs filling. Will Shogun slice 'n dice its way to gory glory or might long-term underdogs like Anno and Tropico finally get their day in the sun? Prepare for some shocks in this 'un...
Microsoft's venerable RTS has been reborn in Age of Empires: Online. Players can buy new civilisations and campaigns for real dosh, and use their special talents against other gamers.
The Eastern Front as you've never experienced it, combining clean, simplistic good looks with reams of unexpected depth. An intuitive experience for a new generation of budding strategists.
The Cold War just got real hot in this awesomely complex RTS with a dazzling array of tactical options and standout multiplayer. Properly unique in the pantheon of strategy titles.
A dynasty simulator that ploughs through a decent chunk of the volatile Medieval era with great panache. Uncompromising politics and a thoughtful tone mean is one for the true strategy hardcore.
A genuinely epic, turn-based treat that treads confidently in the formidable footfalls of its predecessors - especially with the tangible moral choices posed by its 'Tears and Blood' mechanic.
Civ V seems a long time ago now, but this gigantic update saw dynamic fresh life breathed into a modern classic. Religion and espionage were top of the agenda; there's even a steampunk scenario!
El Presidente and Tropico blast into the 21st century for this banana republic 'em up expansion with a dictatorial twist. Complex mechanics are offset by a great sense of humour!
Going back to the roots resulted in arguably CA's finest Total War so far, and this epic expansion only added to the legend. Samurai swords versus Gatling guns? We're in.
Sim City's absence vacated its city-building throne, and Anno 2070 stepped in with aplomb. This jaunt into a very watery future combines compelling eco themes with incredibly polished mechanics.
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