Deadlock: Planetary Conquest

Although I played so many TBS games in my life, I never heard about it. I was hesitant to buy and try another one, especially an od one, being afraid to experience one more time the same old known logic. Instead I was happily surpised and charmes by this little jem. Immediate but not easy, straightforward but complete, definitely a masterpiece of its time. This TBS is doubtless to try !

Well maybe not a true classic since, from what I know, this game wasn't that widespread back in the day -- but I could be wrong. Deadlock was the first strategy game I have ever played, back in 1998 or something. Clean interface, a lot of technologies, buildings, units, strategic possibilities -- all packed in a well rounded game, especially for the time. A must have for any strategy game enthusiast. Runs great on modern systems.

no multiplayer

I made three colony cities right next to each other on an island, researched rockets and lasers and then made 8 missiles a turn and blew stuff up. 10/10 will horde again.

Solid little strategy game. Good mix of city building, empire management, and war waging. The story behind the game sets up a good scifi conflict without forcing it to a larger, interstellar scale. Games aren't too large or long. The end game never feels oppressive. Good fun for anyone looking to try out something slightly retro or for those feeling nostalgic.