Herzog (video game)

Herzog
DeveloperTechnosoft
PublisherTechnosoft
PlatformsMSX2, PC-8801, Sharp X1
Release1988
GenresReal-time tactics, Tactical shooter
ModesSingle player, Multiplayer

Herzog (pronounced [ˈhɛʁtsoːk] ; German for 'Duke') is a strategy video game released by Technosoft in Japan for the MSX and NEC PC-88 computers in 1988. It was a real-time tactics and tactical shooter game with real-time strategy elements. The game served as the prototype for its sequel Herzog Zwei, which was released in 1989 for the Sega Mega Drive and is often considered the first true real-time strategy game.