Information AboutMicromanagement (computer Gaming) |
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In Turn-based Strategy games, micromanagement is a style of play where the player manages the fine details of the game, as well as overall strategy. In Real-time Strategy games, micromanagement refers to a player's management over individual units in combat situations. In strategy games where micromanagement occurs, it is usually an integral and skill-testing part of the gameplay; as such it is not considered a pejorative term as it is in its original, Business Management sense (see Micromanagement ). However, critics of this style of gameplay use the term in its pejorative sense, usually in such forms as "micromanagement hell". Skilled players of real-time strategy games are distinguished by their strong micromanagement abilities. Quick reflexes allow such players to manage many units with fine control. Utility and add-on programs can be skilled micromanagers, giving hundreds of commands per minute of play over protracted periods of time (see Actions Per Minute ). A skilled micromanagement player is known as an uber micro by the fellow video game community. These players often earn respect of their fellow gamers. |
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