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Computer Platform | PC |
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ASIN | B00002S8AV |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #103,310 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #3,765 in PC-compatible Games |
Product Dimensions | 9.8 x 8.11 x 1.69 inches; 4.97 ounces |
Type of item | Video Game |
Rated | Kids to Adults |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
Item Weight | 5 ounces |
Manufacturer | Hasbro Interactive |
Date First Available | December 11, 2000 |
Build a powerful civilization that will thrive and dominate, then travel to new worlds to continue your epic journey of conquest into the unknown. Civilization II: Test of Time takes you where no civilization game has ever ventured, and the challenge awaits those who dare to reshape history, legend, and the future. Build, conquer, and defend. Lead the world through clever diplomacy and ruthless strength! This civilization includes three epic games covering 10 worlds with all-new civilization adventure, strategy, and game play.
After the disappointing example set by X-COM 2, many gamers expected Civilization II to be nothing more than Sid Meier's original game with a few new graphics tacked on. Others were worried that the game's designers would stray too far from the path, and would ruin the spectacular play balance that made Civilization such a hit. In the end, the design team at Microprose managed to add a score of new play elements that help the aging strategy classic evolve - without sacrificing the game's addictive qualities.
Although players familiar with the original Civilization will probably be able to jump in and start playing right away, a swarm of new features definitely warrants a few minutes with the manual. What players will most likely notice first is the much greater number of races to choose from, including the Sioux, the Carthaginians, and the Chinese, as well as a customizing option that lets you create any personal favorites the designers may have missed. This time around, cultural variations are also represented onscreen by four different city growth patterns. The fantastic number of new combat units adds limitless possibilities, as players figure out new ways to use marines (who can attack from the sea), cruise missiles, paratroopers, and even religious fanatics to their best advantage. For those who grew tired of the chaotic battlegrounds of the original game (remember when that chariot took out your battleship?), there's a new warfare system that gives units a score in both firepower and hit points for more realistic combat results. All of these features combine to give the game a powerful depth, and enough variation to ensure that players will be loading this one up for months to come.
Plenty of little details in Civilization II are also worth noting: an improved graphics set featuring a three-quarters viewpoint similar to Syndicate or Crusader, entertaining sound effects that range from the trumpet of an elephant to the air raid sirens of an atomic attack, full-motion video clips for each of the civilization advances, and a full map editor that enables players to design their own fields of conquest. Although the game suffers from its lack of multiplayer options, there's really nothing available that can compete with its depth of play, subtlety of challenge, and pure addictive potential. The fact is, if you're a strategy fan, you've already bought this game, and if you're not, this title could turn you around. --Trent C. Ward/SpotMedia Communications
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Learn more how customers reviews work on AmazonCustomers have expressed positive opinions about the quality of the video game software. They mention that it's a great game, the best Civ game of all time, and one of the best strategy games of all. However, some customers have mixed opinions on compatibility.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the video game software. They mention it's a great game, the best Civ game of all time, and one of the best strategy games of all times. Some say it'll keep them playing for days at a time.
"...It really IS fun." Read more
"Great game that brings me back to playing it for days at a time while in college (maybe that explains the grades - sorry Mom and Dad...)...." Read more
"It is fun but I need to get it on a Windows 10 platform." Read more
"This is an excellent classic game and I'm happy to have found a simple way to play it on Windows 10...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the compatibility of the video game software. Some mention that it works great in their Linux virtual computer, while others say that it doesn't run on Windows 7 and 8 and that they couldn't find an app that would fix it.
"...Turned on my Virtual Windows XP device.Installed played and working like a charm." Read more
"Sorry, the game didn't run on Windows 7, and I couldn't find an app that would fix it...." Read more
"...they made it compatible with new pc's, but oh well, works great in my Linux virtual computer I run." Read more
"Will not work on Windows 8..." Read more