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Original War
Original WarTime‑travel warfare in Siberia’s frozen frontier
War Wind
War WindEpic fantasy RTS where ancient powers clash in a richly detailed world
Overview
Description

Original War is a real‑time strategy game that blends science‑fiction and historical warfare. Players command elite forces sent two million years into the past to mine the alien mineral Siberite and secure a new energy source for the United States. The narrative explores a divergent timeline where America becomes the sole superpower thanks to this inexhaustible power. The game features single‑player campaigns, multiplayer battles, and cooperative missions, letting players experience tactical combat, resource management, and time‑bending strategies across icy landscapes and alien technology. Developed by ALTAR Games and published by Bohemia Interactive Studio, Original War offers a unique mix of RTS depth and speculative history.

War Wind is a classic real‑time strategy game released in 1996 that blends fantasy and sci‑fi elements into a deep tactical experience. Developed by DreamForge Intertainment and published by SSI, it offers a single‑player campaign with multiple factions, each with unique units and abilities. The game features a robust resource system, diverse unit types, and a storyline that unfolds across varied terrains, delivering a challenging and immersive strategy adventure for PC gamers.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Real-Time Strategy
Real-Time Strategy
Best for
RTS enthusiasts and sci‑fi fans
Fans of classic RTS and fantasy strategy
Specifications
General
msrp
$39.99−20%
$49.99
release date
2001-06-15
1996-09-23
Specifications
developer
ALTAR Games
DreamForge Intertainment
publisher
Bohemia Interactive Studio
SSI (Strategic Simulations, Inc.)
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB T
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Single player
critic score
80/100
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Unique time‑travel gameplay
  • Deep resource and base management
  • Rich alternate‑history narrative
  • Robust multiplayer and co‑op modes
  • Deep faction variety with unique playstyles
  • Rich single‑player narrative
  • Complex resource and unit management
  • Atmospheric 3D environments
Cons
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Steep learning curve for RTS mechanics
  • Limited mod support
  • No multiplayer mode limits replayability
  • Outdated graphics by modern standards
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers
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