Looking for top PC RTS games?
Looking for top PC RTS games?
Company of Heroes 2 is decent, though it's not flawless. It works well for fans of tanks and World War 2.
Rise & Fall: Civilizations at War is a classic that many overlook but really likes. It’s available online now, though you might spot it with an initial U.S. Air Force ad during its release—it’s essentially free otherwise. What sets it apart is its hero-driven gameplay reminiscent of Age of Empires 3, combined with massive armies inspired by Total War. The standout feature is the ability to switch from a first-person commander view to a third-person perspective, letting you command directly while using battle cries. It offers a lot of excitement too, including capturing enemy bases with creepy enemies similar to Warcraft 3 and naval combat with docking and ramming like in Total War: Shogun 2. Ships are just platforms; you place units on them and let them operate autonomously while the ship moves. If you take over an enemy vessel and eliminate all their forces, the ship becomes yours instead of being destroyed. It’s quite engaging!
Starcraft 2? Haha, also AOE 2, 3 Age of Mythology 3 Command + Conquer, Red Alert. I’d pick COH 1, not 2. Empire Total War Sins of Solar Empire, World in Conflict, Warhammer 40k, Dawn of War: Warcraft 3 Supreme Commander.
Warriors and Conflict Stories, particularly enhanced with community updates. All other ideas I’ve considered are already shared. Though not a typical RTS, I’d consider trying Banished if you find it on discount. There aren’t many Star Trek mods for Sins of a Solar Empire that can consume a lot of leisure time.
Nations Rising presents the toughest AI experience I've encountered... For those who enjoy a test, searching for it is recommended. The game is quite dated, though. It also belongs to the Command and Conquer series.
Nations rising, a timeless charm and a clever twist also shine well