That said, if this is your first RTS, or your first in a long time - let’s face it, we haven’t seen that that style of RTS for years - then you’ll want to get a refresher course. Being designed to - at the very least - be playable with a controller is part of the reason why, but it also means you’ll have an easier time understanding its main mechanics than you’d expect. Halo Wars 2 may be one of the most accessible RTS games ever.
Halo Wars 2 guide: tips for upgrades, Firebase, Leader Powers, Barracks, Jackrabbit and more