For over two decades, Blizzard has dominated the space-based RTS genre, but these games offer a great step forward for those looking to try something new, yet familiar. Here's our list of the best ...

As Microsoft continues to remaster its now-expanded library of RTS games with re-releases of Starcraft, Warcraft and Age of Empires, there is a sense that the PC-staple gaming genre is stagnating.

Dave Pottinger has programming credits on all three Age of Empires games, was director of technology on Age of Mythology, and was lead designer on Halo Wars. He probably knows what he's talking ...