Three Moves Ahead 488: The Decade in Retrospect

A lively discussion reflects on the evolution of strategy games over the past decade. The hosts debate the decline of real-time strategy (RTS) games and the shifting player preferences towards immersive experiences. They highlight the impressive storytelling in titles like Rimworld and Surviving Mars, and the challenges in tutorials that impact player engagement. The conversation also critiques the shortcomings of popular titles like SimCity 2012 and Stellaris, while celebrating innovations in the 4X genre and the charm of city-building mechanics.