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Strategy (240 programs)

  1. PROS: Offers literally hundreds of hours of game play. A very in-depth strategy game. Includes a great many historical figures. Command one of 100 countries from 1936 to 1948.
    CONS: The tutorial is weak and appears half finished. The 2D graphics will put off many strategy game fans. Requires an intense amount of learning in order to play. AI resource management is less than reliable.
  2. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Great gameplay. Excellent graphics. Exciting challenge.
    CONS: Requires a lot of time.
  3. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Interesting plot. Complex characters. Simple gameplay. Charming visuals.
    CONS: Tedious gameplay loop.
  4. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Uses the same gameplay. 15 unique card decks. Great visuals. Unlock powerful decks right away.
    CONS: Expensive in-app purchases. Doesn’t support card trading.
  5. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Special edition includes four unit packs. Very detailed. LAN and multiplayer mode. Works with Game Center. Great for leearning about history.
    CONS: Overwhelming at times. Main focus is US history.
  6. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
  7. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Superb gameplay. Great variety and depth. One player and multiplayer mode.
    CONS: Complex for beginners.
  8. PROS: Unique gameplay that includes building, battling and trading. Political and economic factors add depth to the game. Set in realistic historical context of the 18th Century. Impressive visuals that capture the smallest details in battle.
    CONS: Very large file download size. High minimum system requirements and some graphics cards aren't supported. User interface for trading and battling can get frustrating. May struggle to follow the action on a smaller screen.
  9. License
    Demo Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Immersive campaign storyline. Introduces iconic Warcraft elements. Epic fantasy soundtrack.
    CONS: Graphics are dated by modern standards. Generally imbalanced gameplay. Lacks guides and tooltips.
  10. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Introduces a lot of original Civ concepts. Limited victory conditions. The game has open mod support.
    CONS: Has the standard Civ difficulty levels. Dated graphics.
  11. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: "Will" mechanic is interesting. Characters have good variety. Aesthetic will appeal to Korean/Japanese animation fans. Gameplay easy to learn.
    CONS: Storyline is uninspired. Graphics are fairly rudimentary. Gameplay can become dull over long periods. Comedic cut-scenes may be off-putting to some.
  12. PROS: Includes a range of features and modes. The historical setting is a new twist on the genre.
    CONS: Some may find it too similar to earlier Farm Frenzies. The graphics are rather limited.
  13. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Plenty of puzzles to solve. Interesting and engaging storyline.
    CONS: A bit on the short side. Not many locations to explore.
  14. PROS: Evocative gothic future setting. Impressive graphics and sound. Interesting fusion of RTS and RPG elements. Tyranids appear as a playable faction for the first time.
    CONS: Repetitive side missions. Forces remain relatively small throughout the game. Presentation of narrative feels flat. Deviation from formula may disappoint returning players.
  15. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Specialized roles add challenge to the game. Uses dark humor for interactions. Good player base ensures easy multiplayer joining.
    CONS: Higher learning curve required.
  16. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Unique and interesting concept. Plenty of variation to the game play.
    CONS: The graphics are rather dull. Can be hard to work out what to do next.
  17. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: A solid free PC port. Base-building and MMORTS combat gameplay. Has a character collection system. Fully voiced.
    CONS: The tutorial still refers to mobile gaming terms. Can’t disable chat settings. Too addictive and compelling.
  18. PROS: Interestingly varied maps. Wide range of enemy types. Impressive graphics and effects. Mid-game saves make long levels manageable.
    CONS: Tower placement controls are a little complex. No story, characters or even premise. Difficulty level can be challenging. Tower effects are not clearly explained.
  19. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Easy and casual. Teaches useful skills to kids. Fairly varied gameplay. Interesting historical theme.
    CONS: Somewhat difficult interface. Poor accessibility options. Graphics bleed together. Low depth of play.
  20. PROS: Procedurally-generated sectors. Can pause in the middle of combat. High replayability. Automatically get the free expansion.
    CONS: Pure permadeath. Difficulty scales really high. Unpolished graphics.

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