This is my favorite strategy game. I like it better than HOMM3, better than Civ, better than Starcraft, all the rest. I love those games. But MOO2 is such a total time sink. I can play for hours and never get bored, for days on end. I love the tactical combat and ship building aspect. I love the diplomacy and exploration. Just a really fun game all around. Too bad MOO3 was such a travesty.