The game uses a top-down, isometric-style battlefield view. Players harvest oil and other resources, establish a base, construct production and research facilities, and create armies to complete mission objectives.

Campaign missions are organized around faction-specific objectives such as destroying an enemy base, defending a position, or securing territory. Players explore the map, manage power and resources, use infantry, vehicles, and defensive structures, and research improvements. Multiplayer and skirmish-style play focus on building an economy quickly and defeating the opposing faction.

Secure nearby oil fields early and protect them with defensive structures. Expand only after the first base can support steady unit production.

Scout before committing the main force. Keep mixed armies together so fast vehicles, ranged units, and durable front-line units can support one another. Attack enemy resource sites when a direct assault on the main base is too costly.