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World in Conflict is a real time strategy games worthy of a medal, but its no hero.World in Conflict is a real time strategy game in which you play a modern commander. It is set in a time line different from our own history, in which World War III breaks out. World in Conflict looks great. The chaos and mayhem of the battle are superb. Seeing the huge planes swoop in and drop a phalanx of heavy tanks is really a sight to behold. You’ll also be impressed by the tactical nuke strike, even as you are left licking your wounds. Perhaps, though, you are the type to emphasize gameplay over looks? Well, it isn’t as disappointing as you might have come to expect from other indie RTS titles. The gameplay does have an element of the rock-paper-scissor doldrums, but its effect is to encourage cooperation among team members. Unlike many supposedly cooperative games, you will find it difficult if not impossible to ignore what your teammates are doing and strike out on your own. You’ll quickly find it necessary to call in air strikes and request heavy armor support from your allies in order to survive. World in Conflict also takes the RTS genre in a new, more action-oriented direction. Games don’t last hours and there is rarely a boring moment. Of course, if you are the type of careful thinker who tends to think for ten minutes about every decision, this game will cook your goose! I would recommend purchasing the game if you have the extra cash. If you're on a budget, I'd recommend waiting until several of your friends have shown a commitment to playing, as the cooperative mode is what really makes it worth the price. Either way, a free demo is available, and it is definitely worth a look for any strategy fan.
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