GUIDE · GAME MODE
King of the Hill
Capture the neutral monument at the center of the map and hold it until the victory countdown ends. Opponents can contest the site, so the controlling team must defend the position while keeping reinforcements nearby.
Overview
Capture the neutral monument at the center of the map and hold it until the victory countdown ends. Opponents can contest the site, so the controlling team must defend the position while keeping reinforcements nearby.
Mode rules and player priorities
Capture the neutral monument at the center of the map and hold it until the victory countdown ends. Opponents can contest the site, so the controlling team must defend the position while keeping reinforcements nearby. Before planning the opening, identify the mode’s special win condition, starting rules, and restrictions; these determine whether economic growth, map control, survival, or direct combat should take priority. The standard random-map plan may not fit a mode that changes starting units, technology, or the way victory is awarded.
How to use this reference
Capture the neutral monument at the center of the map and hold it until the victory countdown ends. Opponents can contest the site, so the controlling team must defend the position while keeping reinforcements nearby. The mode defines a match objective or starting rule that can change which units and structures deserve early investment. Read its win condition before choosing an opening.
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