Inspired tactical strategy game at its best.
With the inclusion of a highly detailed 3D & physics engine and a well defined set of rules for the gameplay system, Company of Heroes's scope goes far beyond mere quick financial micro management and building up of massive tank rushes to take down the enemy. Instead the idea of resource points, which you must hold to gain resources results in a huge game of tug of war, the way real battles play out. This results in a game that is fast paced and with tons of engagements (instead of the camping styles associated with traditional collect resources and then building up huge groups of troops to overwhelm the enemy). The ability to deform the terrain allows the player to create exellent locations for ambushes and to actually use real tactics to overwhelm larger numbers, for example, a small squad of paratroopers can take out multiple Panzers, if they utilize hit / run (guerrilla) tactics.
Needless to say, Relic has greatly improved upon the success of the Warhammer gametype, and has created a new subgenre of tactical strategy which is definitely here to stay.