The Basic Strategies
"Rushing":
Historically called preemption and blitzkrieg. Rushes are
generally made with only 2 or 3 smelters, weapons not exceeding
EMP and Rail Gun or RPG, and rarely with the
Eden colony.
"Conservative":
Generally thought of as the "middle path." Users of
this strategy go for ore if overpowered, yet in good defensive
position. Early attacking remains an option if the situation
deems itself.
"Miners":
The longer the game, the better. Usually Miners will commence
fortifications of their colony while building up smelters and
mines for a deep, hardened attack.