War Inc.

About

War Inc. is a real-time strategy game from 1997 that layers economic management onto traditional military tactics. Players build bases, research tech, and design units by mixing modular parts to suit their playstyle. Combat unfolds in real time with a focus on resource balancing and adaptive strategies. The inclusion of a stock market adds a financial layer where players buy and sell shares to fund operations. While the DOS-era graphics and interface feel dated, the core loop of managing both warfare and commerce remains functional. The game’s most notable feature is its unit customization system, letting players tweak weapons, armor, and movement types for unique builds. Though it lacks modern polish, its blend of economic and tactical decision-making earned a cult following among strategy enthusiasts. With no major sequels or remakes, War Inc. remains a niche artifact of early 90s RTS experimentation. Its originality is clear in later games that refined similar mechanics, but as a standalone title it’s best approached as a historical curiosity with gameplay that still holds some appeal.