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Ashes of the ArchonsA real-time strategy game you can play right in your browser
Build a base, harvest ore, train infantry and tanks. Send your army to seize the ruins of an ancient civilization, decrypt weapon blueprints, and use them to crush the enemy Construction Yard.
No download · No sign-up · Plays on PC and mobile
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Why play Ashes of the Archons
Classic RTS in the spirit of Red Alert 2 that loads in seconds in your browser, with new mechanics that make every match a fight over the map.
Seize ruins, steal blueprints
Three tiers of Archon ruins awaken over time. Decrypt them to unlock new weapons and fight over Data Cores in the middle of the battlefield.
Orbital Strike superweapon
Take the central Citadel to unlock a beam from orbit that can turn the game in one shot. The enemy wants it too.
3 AI difficulty levels
From first-time RTS player to veteran. The AI uses the same units as you and never cheats; it differs in speed, army size and tactics.
PC or mobile
Full mouse and hotkey RTS controls, or tap, drag and pinch-zoom on touch screens. Built to be genuinely playable on a phone in landscape.
Low-poly 3D
Classic angled RTS camera with an optional toon style. Light enough to run smoothly on everyday devices.
How to play in 3 steps
A match lasts about 15–25 minutes. Destroy the enemy Construction Yard before they destroy yours.
Build and earn
Build a Refinery, send Harvesters to collect ore, then add Barracks, a War Factory and a Lab.
Seize the ruins
Clear the guardians, drive a Decryption Rig into the ring, and carry the Data Core home to research new weapons.
Destroy the enemy
Mass upgraded tanks and infantry, attack-move into the enemy base and take down their Construction Yard.
◆ T1 Outpost Ruins · open from the start
◆ T2 Monolith · awakens at minute 4
◆ T3 Citadel · awakens at minute 8
In-game screenshots
Real gameplay. Every model is generated in code.
Pick your difficulty
Every level uses units as strong as yours. No cheating.
Easy
No base attacks for 7 minutes, slow to react, no Rig hunting, no research. Great for learning RTS.
Normal
No base attacks for 4 minutes, fights for ruins, blocks decryption, hunts nearby Rigs and researches upgrades.
Hard
Attacks from minute 2, fast, big bonus income, hunts Rigs map-wide. For players who want a real challenge.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ashes of the Archons free?
Yes, completely free. No ads and no in-game purchases. If you enjoy it you can optionally support the developer via PromptPay.
Do I need to download anything or sign up?
No. Open the page and press play. You join as a Guest and your name is stored only in that browser.
Can I play on my phone?
Yes, on phones and tablets in landscape. The game has touch controls: tap to select and command units, use two fingers to pan and zoom the map.
Is it like Red Alert?
It is a real-time strategy game inspired by Red Alert 2: harvest ore, build a base, train infantry and tanks, and destroy the enemy Construction Yard. It adds its own twist with ancient ruins and weapon blueprints.
How long is a match?
About 15–25 minutes, depending on the AI difficulty and your play style.
Thanks for playing, Commander!
Support the developer
Ashes of the Archons is free, with no ads and no in-game purchases. If you enjoy it, you can help fund new maps, units and modes through the donation link or the PromptPay QR code.
- Scan with any Thai banking app
- Any amount, no minimum
- Every baht goes into development
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