Stonkers
Imagine · 2022 · RTS, Strategy, Retro, Wargame, Real Time Tactics
PC
3 user reviews100% · 3
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About Stonkers
Originally released in 1984 for the ZX Spectrum by British developers Imagine, Stonkers was one of the very first real-time strategy games. Now, relive those days in this remastered emulated version.
Face off in a skirmish between equal forces over varied terrain. Select a unit to view its statistics and issue move orders. Units will automatically engage when in range. Use supply units to supply your frontline units. New supplies will continually arrive via ship.
This enhanced version introduces a number of modern features to this retro classic, including:
Gameplay
Face off in a skirmish between equal forces over varied terrain. Select a unit to view its statistics and issue move orders. Units will automatically engage when in range. Use supply units to supply your frontline units. New supplies will continually arrive via ship.
This enhanced version introduces a number of modern features to this retro classic, including:
- Saving/loading the game at any point
- Support for most modern game controllers
- Full control remapping
- Image scaling and smoothing options
What Steam players say
Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.
World first review3 found this helpful
"Stonkers" for the ZX Spectrum, a groundbreaking game released in 1984, is a tour de force in the real-time strategy genre, especially considering the technical limitations of its time. Developed by Imagine Software, "Stonkers" pushed the boundaries of what was possible in video game design and programming on the ZX Spectrum, a platform known for its simplicity and limited capabilities. The game's core mechanics revolve around real-time military strategy, requiring players to manage resources, deploy troops, and engage in tactical combat. The gameplay is deep and challenging, offering a level of complexity that was unprecedented for home computers in the early 1980s. Players must navigate a dynamic battlefield, constantly balancing the need to advance, defend, and resupply their forces. One of the most remarkable aspects of "Stonkers" is its real-time element, a feature rarely seen in games of that era. This real-time gameplay creates an intense and engaging experience, as players must make quick decisions under pressure, a stark contrast to the turn-based strategies commonly found in other games at the time. The visual and auditory experience of "Stonkers" is also noteworthy. G…1 found this helpful
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