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Sid Meier's Civilization IV

Sid Meier's Civilization IV

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Release Date: October 25, 2005

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The fourth installment of the bestselling turn-based strategy games series launched back in 1991 by the gaming industry legend, Sid Meier. Civilization IV is another important step in the development of the franchise, combining the classical solutions of its predecessors with modern graphics and introducing a number of novelties and changes.

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Sid Meier’s Civilization IV for PC is another installment in the cult strategy game series with a nearly fifteen-year long tradition, designed by one of the best designers that the industry has seen, Sid Meier.

Gameplay

In Sid Meier’s Civilization IV the form of government is no longer imposed on the players; this solution was replaced with a -friendly system that lets us apply individual laws and regulations. Thanks to this, the game allows us to, for example, create a harsh police state in which democratic elections may respected or not, depending on the player’s liking. Comfort and luxury, elements characteristic of the title’s predecessors, were also removed and replaced with "culture", which serves the exact same purpose and — additionally — influences the overall development level of our civilization. It is of great importance when we come into with other nations, which, by the way, finally learned the principle of border inviolability. By manipulating options offered by the diplomacy, we can completely separate ourselves from the opponent under the threat of war or allow them to freely trade within our country’s territory.

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Sid Meier's Civilization IV
Sid Meier's Civilization IV
Sid Meier's Civilization IV

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Sid Meier's Civilization Game Series

A series of turn-based 4X strategies, considered one of the milestones in the development of the genre. The series was created by the MicroProse studio, but over time the development team of Firaxis Games took over, while the intellectual property rights were owned by the Take-Two Interactive publishing concern.

Sid Meier's Civilization Game Series

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Sid Meier's Civilization IV Game Guide
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Last update: January 9, 2006

Sid Meier's Civilization IV Game Guide

The economy, City managing, Empire Management. Civilization IV has already been heralded as one of the top ten games of 2005, and a must-have for gamers around the globe!

Sid Meier's Civilization IV Game Guide
Originals

October 7, 2021

Why No One Challenged Civilization?

Although the Civilization series has been incredibly successful, few have tried to follow in its footsteps. Over the years it has not lived to see any "clone" or serious competitor. But why, exactly?

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News

Sid Meier Doubts He'd Play Civilization if it Came Out Today

Sid Meier gave an interview in which he s his autobiography and shares his thoughts on the game world. He also confessed that today he probaly wouldn't have created Civilization.

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September 9, 2020

Sid Meier Doubts He'd Play Civilization if it Came Out Today

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Sid Meier's Civilization IV Video Game:

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PC / Windows

Recommended System Requirements:
Pentium 4 1.8 GHz, 512 MB RAM, graphic card 128 MB (GeForce 4 Ti4200 or better), 1.7 GB HDD, Windows 2000/XP.

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Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization

Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization

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Expansion

September 22, 2008

Strategy

Colonization is a stand-alone addition to the fourth installment of Civilization, the award-winning series by one of the most recognizable people in the gaming industry - Sida Meier.

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Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization
Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword

Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword

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Expansion

July 20, 2007

Strategy

Second, after Warlords, the official addition to the great strategy game, Sid Meier's Civilization IV. This time, as the name of the extension suggests, Firaxis Games' developers and designers decided to focus on the periods in human history that followed the invention of gunpowder and the introduction of firearms.

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Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword
Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Warlords

Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Warlords

PC

Expansion

July 24, 2006

Strategy

Warlords is the first official addition to Sid Meier's Civilization IV - a best-selling strategy game, which debuted on the electronic entertainment market in October 2005.

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Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Warlords

Ratings

Game Ratings for Sid Meier's Civilization IV Video Game.

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All Reviews: Very Positive (2,543)

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The main pros of the game

  • Engaging Gameplay: s consistently mention that the game is entertaining and addictive, making it a favorite within the Civilization franchise.
  • Narration by Leonard Nimoy: The narration adds a unique charm to the game, enhancing the overall experience.
  • High Quality: Many players regard Civilization IV as the best in the series, praising its depth and complexity compared to later iterations like Civ 5 and Civ 6.
  • Social Interaction: Players have formed friendships through the game, indicating its capacity to foster community.
  • Timeless Appeal: s note that the game remains enjoyable even years after its release, with some mentioning they still play it regularly.

The main cons of the game

  • Outdated Graphics: Some s feel that, compared to newer titles like Civ 5 and Civ 6, the graphics of Civ 4 are lacking.
  • Steep Learning Curve for New Players: Newcomers to the franchise may find the mechanics of Civ IV challenging to understand without prior experience.
  • Limited Replayability: While many enjoy the game, some players feel that it can become repetitive over time.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

  • Modern Mechanics: Some players noted that newer titles have introduced features that Civ IV lacks, such as updated diplomatic systems and improved interfaces.
  • Localization Issues: There were mentions of difficulties with language and the need for community-created mods for better accessibility.
  • Updates and Expansions: s expressed a desire for more modern expansions or able content (DLC) that could enhance the gameplay experience, especially since some expansions are not integrated into Steam's playtime tracking.

Summary

  • Overall, Sid Meier's Civilization IV is celebrated for its engaging gameplay and historical significance, while also facing criticism for its outdated visuals and complexity for new players.

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