War of Dots is a free, minimalist RTS on Steam. One LessWrong contributor has published a mathematical analysis of the game's core mechanic: cycling—swapping injured units for fresh reserves to maximize damage and regeneration. Using calculus and game theory, the author derives the optimal timing for unit rotation. The analysis concludes that mastering cycling and encirclement alone is enough to beat over eighty percent of players, making it a strategic puzzle rather than a reflex test.

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