RTS games aren't dead yet - but nothing hits quite like Starcraft 2

After trying newer RTS games, the writer returns to StarCraft 2 and finds it still the genre’s best campaign.

Wings of Liberty stands out for its mission structure, non-linear progression, hidden tutorials, and unit-focused design.

Despite a modest RTS revival, the piece argues StarCraft 2 remains the benchmark for campaign pacing and introduction of mechanics.

Blizzard’s mission design and way of teaching units still feel unmatched compared with newer contenders.