Dark Reign: The Future of War (1997) - Official Trailer

As a Real Time Strategy (RTS) title from 1997, Dark Reign: The Future of War places you as a commander leading either the Imperial army or Freedom Fighters in a future conflict. The core loop involves strategic base building and combat, uniquely utilizing true 3D movement where terrain like hills impacts positioning. Distinctive features include semi-autonomous unit AI, such as the "Search and Destroy" order, and an "explore" mode for automated map discovery, alongside a provided mission editor for custom content.