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    Sid Meier's Civilization

    1991
    MicroProse
    9.2/10
    PC
    Sid Meier's Civilization game cover

    Build an empire from ancient times to the space age in this turn-based strategy masterpiece.

    Gameplay

    Turn-based strategy with civilization building, technology research, diplomacy, and multiple victory conditions.

    Review

    Civilization created the perfect 4X strategy experience with deep gameplay that kept players engaged for hours at a time.

    Historical Context

    Developed by Sid Meier at MicroProse as the definitive turn-based strategy game covering human history.

    Cultural Impact

    Established the 4X strategy genre and influenced decades of strategy game development.

    Fun Facts

    • • Features the famous 'one more turn' addiction factor
    • • Based on a board game of the same name
    • • Spawned one of gaming's most successful strategy franchises

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