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Dune II and the Birth of Real Time Strategy (RTS) Games

Real Time Strategy games represent one of the most influential and enduring genres in computer gaming history. Unlike turn-based strategy games where players take sequential turns to make moves, RTS games unfold continuously in real time, demanding split-second decision making, resource management, and tactical coordination. Players typically control armies, manage economies, construct buildings, and engage in warfare while the game clock never stops ticking. This creates an intense experience that combines the cerebral challenge of traditional strategy games with the immediate excitement of action games.

Article Published: 5 July 2025, 3:12 pm