Although there were other games with similar gameplay around the same time, Stonkers is considered the first Real Time Strategy video game to be released, with many features similar to modern RTS's. It released in 1983 on the ZX Spectrum and was created by John Gibson and Paul Lindale. It was the first game to feature war emulation with control over military units such as tank's, infantry and supply trucks. The player is essentially commanding an army like a high ranking officer, deploying troops where they see fit.
It is interesting due to the fact it was the first time a video game let a player re-enact the role of someone in charge of an army. A once stressful and difficult job was turned into a strategic, fun game to be played for entertainment. Real Time Strategy games have gone on to feature real life wars and 3D life like graphics.
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