Computer games have undergone many changes throughout their existence. Applications were released that were brutal or, conversely, peaceful, bloody and not very scary and fabulous. However, the only genre that has not undergone significant changes is strategy. The concept of these games has always remained the same. But even with such constancy, it’s quite difficult to single out the top 10 best strategies. Strategies differ by genre and target audience, but how do certain "experts" rate games in such conditions? Today we will try to make a list of the best strategies based on rumors. We will rely on how well-known and popular the game is.
Blizzard
Perhaps this company has been a leader in the gaming industry in the strategy genre for many years. Its products are consistently included in the top 10 best strategies. Even if you have not heard about this manufacturer, then you probably know such masterpieces as "Starcraft" and "Warcraft". Moreover, all games in the series from the first to the last.
What was the key to success? First of all, this is a well-coordinated development team and division of labor. Thus, everyone does his own thing. Thanks to the cohesion of the team, they turned out games that are not only interesting in the gameplay, but also attract the plot. You become not just the manager of the battle camp, but practically a participant in the events. No wonder "Warcraft 3" marked the beginning of the world famous online game "WoW".
Sid meier
Few people have not heard about this project - Civilization. A turn-based strategy, all parts of which have always been included in the best strategies of the year according to versions of various publications. This game is not easy to learn and includes many aspects of human existence. The main emphasis is not on war as a process, but on diplomacy and the development of one’s own state. Be strong, and opponents will become afraid and respect you. You can win not only by conquest, but also by becoming the head of the world government, flying into space and almost a dozen different ways that I would not want to disclose here.
An offshoot from this project was a slightly different game - Civilization: Call to Power. What distinguishes this creation from the classic version? Created by an independent publisher, this game allows you to see the development of your country not only from the past to the present, but also look into the future. Build spaceships, robots and plasma tanks. Build cities in space and design underwater cities. And the possibility of anarchy and the split of your state will be an unpleasant surprise if you can take over the whole world. Try and not lose.
War and Peace
Do you like the story? Perhaps you would like to build a real Roman city or colony? Strategy games do not always include the military aspect. One of these projects was the game "Ceasar 3". The possibility of building a huge prosperous ancient city attracts many players. Immerse yourself in the economy and forget about problems with your neighbors. Trade, look after your subjects and lead the empire to prosper.
When talking about economic strategies , SimCity is definitely remembered. For the most part, this, of course, is not a fully-fledged game, but it is probably worth a try. Build your own metropolis, and then destroy it by natural disasters. A good way to frustrate you after a hard day.
By the way, about Tolstoy’s novel. The game of the same name from the company 1C called "War and Peace" was created specifically for those who like detail. The process of creating weapons, food, training items worked out to the smallest detail. If you collect millet, this does not mean that you will immediately have food. First, it will have to be processed in a mill, and then taken to a bakery. Or feed the pigs, who then go to the slaughterhouse. With such a detailed economic process, the combat system remains at its best. Usually, strategy games focus on any one component, but in War and Peace, depending on your tactics, the results of the battle can be completely different.
Settlers
A game that has repeatedly entered the top 10 best strategies. "The Settlers", starting with its second part, firmly entrenched in the minds of old gamers. This is another game with a detailed economic process. Moreover, despite the fact that in the second part the hostilities were reduced, in the third the developers corrected their defect. Now this game has become leisurely, measured and will not waste your nerves. Develop your agriculture, worship the gods, and you will be lucky. You can argue for a long time which of the parts is the most successful. Some prefer Settlers 2, and some prefer the more modern graphics of the third part. In general, build your settlement, fight and win.
The art of winning
Not everyone is happy with peaceful coexistence with neighbors. The game "Stronghold" has become a real revolution in its genre. These are probably the only true war strategy games. The first part of the series narrated about the heir to the throne and the usurper who seized power. All missions of the game were reduced either to economic tasks, or to the real art of siege of castles. And that is what most players love. The only drawback was the inability to play with friends and the lack of a regime in which it would be possible to play, like in the same “Warcraft”. After a year, a miracle happened. Listening to the players, the developers released an addition to the main game, which was called "Stronghold: Crusaders". A new campaign, many diverse missions and, of course, a free mode in which a player and his opponent build real medieval castles on the same map.
Unfortunately, the second and third parts, despite the expanded economic and military capabilities, could not win the hearts of fans. Keeping this in mind, in 2014 Stronghold: Crusaders came out in new HD quality and won one of the top places in the top 10 best strategies according to Igromania magazine.
Become heroes
Many are familiar with the Heroes of Might and Magic series of games. Starting from the first part, this strategy with a simple economy, but an advanced combat system has become one of the leaders of its genre. An interesting plot and the universe, thoughtful characters, as well as many campaigns connected among themselves, kept the players for days at the computer. Some players believe that the last sensible part was the third "Heroes". Perhaps this is indeed so. Undoubtedly, the best graphics are not capable of replacing everyone with their favorite characters, gameplay and Erafia. But there are no comrades for the taste and color, so the developers continue to stamp all new parts. In 2014, the seventh in a row saw the light.
Age of Miracles
Another project that died with the release of the third part was called "Disciples". The original idea of pumping soldiers, as well as a fairly simple battle system, attracted the attention of players, but with the release of the third episode, this game became so close to the "Heroes" that most users lost their interest in it.
What else to remember is the game "Age of Wonders". The fourth part of the “Heroes” is very close to it, but it is obvious that the developers were not able to fully copy the ideas. The "Age of Miracles" is distinguished primarily by an advanced system of global spells, which allows the battle to be fought not only directly by soldiers, but also by tactical thinking. How do you feel about the idea of completely flooding enemy territory?
Gender differences between games
Of course, there are more than just games for boys. Strategies are such a versatile genre that anyone can play them. If we talk about the female half of the population, then, no doubt, she always liked the game "Sims". Learn to farm, plan a day, relationships with other people. This, no doubt, is not only a simulator, but also a real strategy.
If we talk about games for boys, strategies will help them develop thinking and learn to think in different ways, allow them to learn how to solve problems in different ways, and also, if you take the English version, expand the vocabulary in all languages. However, this applies to girls. Many women love strategy games about the war.
And finally: everything new is well forgotten old. You can be convinced that the graphics and special effects - this is the main thing in the game, but it is not. A game wins a player’s heart if it carries an idea. And most of them have long been implemented in old projects. What is the difference between old and new toys? We are forced to pay for new ones by introducing Internet key authentication systems. Old strategies - games without registration. Download them from torrents and play fun. Have a good game and have a good time!