There are four core game modes in Multiplayer, which can be played in standard PvP, or in Skirmish against AI.
Deathmatch: Deathmatch is your standard RTS game mode. Wipe your enemies off the map to claim victory.
Domination: This game mode features Control Points that, when taken over, start accruing Points for your team. Once the Point limit is reached, victory is yours. Alternatively, you can still win by destroying the enemy base.
Strongholds: The core of this game mode comprises nearly unlimited resources and a Tech Level that increases over time. Starting at Tech Level 1, you must quickly take over as many Strongholds as possible to increase your Population. Each Stronghold increases your total Population count by five. Hold the most Strongholds at the end of the timer, kill off your opponents, or hold all the Strongholds for one minute to win the game.
Blitz: Blitz is a card-based micro-battling game mode where players build leader-specific decks and pit them against one another in a small arena. The core game mode itself plays out a lot like Domination. Blitz Firefight is a wave-based survival mode of Blitz played against the AI, by yourself or cooperatively with friends.