One on one games are possible via direct connect or modem. In fact, there aren't any resources at all. Each player will have many units of different types at their disposal. The game is real-time, but it's based on quick tactical action and unit management. There is no stop in the action because there is no waiting for resources to be collected and converted into weaponry.
Players can join or leave multiplayer games at any time.
Maps range in size from 10x13 to 64x85 640x480 size screens. A skirmish mode will be available for those without a ready network connection. The computer player available in skirmish mode can also be used in regular multiplayer games as well. Players will be battling for outposts, so that they can increase their unit count. Every player respawns when their last unit is destroyed.