A real-time strategy (RTS) game is a type of strategy video game where players progress simultaneously with each other in "real-time," as opposed to taking turns. In an RTS game, each participant positions structures and maneuvers multiple units under their indirect control to secure areas of the map and/or destroy their opponents assets. The genre typically includes four main elements: units, buildings, technologies, and resources. Some key features of RTS games are:
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Real-time gameplay: Unlike turn-based strategy games, where players take turns, RTS games require players to make quick decisions and respond in real-time to the actions of their opponents.
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Resource management: Players must gather and manage resources, such as minerals or energy, to build units, structures, and technologies.
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Unit control: Players have indirect control over multiple units, which they can use to attack, defend, or perform other tasks on the game's map.
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Complex user interfaces: RTS games often feature complex user interfaces to help players manage their units, structures, and resources efficiently.
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Fast-paced and dynamic gameplay: The real-time nature of RTS games makes them fast-paced and dynamic, requiring players to adjust and respond quickly to changing situations.
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Multiplayer focus: Many RTS games have a strong multiplayer component, allowing players to compete against each other in online matches.
Some well-known RTS game series include "Starcraft," "Warcraft," "Command and Conquer," "Warhammer," and "Age of Empires".
