Why are there neutral supply depots in some Starcraft 2 maps?

Question

In some Starcraft 2 maps, there are lowered down supply depots near the ramps of starting locations. I just don't get why they are for. I thought they were a replay thing until I saw them in my own games.

Is there any way to take advantage of that?

Asked by Eric

Answer

These exist to make it impossible to block off ramps from below without first investing in the troops necessary to destroy the obstructions.

It's a map feature designed to make it harder to exploit the high ground advantage when you're turtling, or blocking your opponent in with cheap buildings and a small army.

Answered by Raven Dreamer

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