First off, This game takes a little time to adapt to. Back in the day, I was the only kid on my block that had a P.C. that could run this game. And even then, I had to tone down the detail so I wouldn't get Slow down or, crash. I didn't even have a mouse wheel or, a third button. Just a 2 button, ball mouse. But, It was so worth it!
This game was, and still is awesome! Now unlike most R.T.S games, this isn't some game where you sit back, harvest resources, build a huge army, swamp the enemy and, move on to the next level. Well, you can try.... but, you will die miserably every time. and just because you research and build the most powerful ships doesn't mean you won't need the other lesser ships.
EVERY ship class has a roll to play and, its up to you to figure out what ships to use in the right situations. bigger isn't always better when it comes to this game. screw up, and you will have to witness your beautiful mother ship get reduced to flaming scrap metal.
Strangely, it is depressing and sad to see that happen. The story itself has a way of dragging you in, which is something only a few games can do nowadays. and that's why this is one of may all time favorite R.T.S games ever. I could go on and on but, I still wouldn't do this game justice. Just play it. Trust me. This is coming from a kid that played this game on a basic, IBM, Aptiva, 486 P.C, with a 2 button Ball mouse, Its worth it!