A grand real-time strategy game that fits a smartphone screen.

Global Ordnance: The Iron Fist is a dream come true for its chief developer. As a massive fan of real-time strategy (RTS) games, he wanted to create a portable RTS that is responsive, manageable, and free of clutter.

I wanted a strategy game that combined different elements from old school strategy games and be portable so I could play it anywhere.

Alex Glonti

Desktop RTS games rely on big screens and precise mouse controls. Porting that experience to mobile requires a complete rethink. To ensure sleek, uncluttered gameplay on a smaller screen, traditional features like manual map-scrolling and building construction had to go. This keeps the player’s focus locked onto the immediate action from the very beginning.

This shift towards using WordPress block patterns marks a significant movement towards democratizing web design, providing a foundation for addressing the digital divide by making high-quality web design more accessible to first-time developers and small business owners.

Here are three takeaways:

Building at scale

This is a pivotal step in leveling the playing field in the digital realm, mirroring the residential push towards more affordable housing solutions.

The WordPress community and theme developers are actively contributing to a growing library of block patterns, making it easier for users to find a pattern that suits their needs. Whether you`re building a landing page, a photo gallery, or a complex layout, there`s likely a block pattern ready to use. This democratizes design for non-technical users while offering developers a way to extend WordPress functionality and provide more options to their clients.

John Doe contributed to this article.