Age of Empires

"Age of Empires is a very ambitious game, attempting something that hasn't really been done before. While it succeeds in some respects by providing some unique game play elements, it fails in many of the basics of good game design like unit AI and play balancing. The result is a game that is both fun to play and frustrating at the same time. If you're looking for a fun real time strategy game, Age of Empires fits the bill, but don't expect a well refined sim like Civilization II."