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- Release Date 7/8/2008
- Publisher Take Two
- Platform Xbox 360
- Genre Strategy/Sim
- Number of Players 1
- Online Players 4
- Online Enabled Yes
Game Description
Take a civilization of people and guide them from the dawn of their history all the way through the space age. Help them avoid war, discover necessary technologies, take on mighty world leaders, and build the most powerful empire ever seen! The classic PC game has been rebuilt completely for consoles, making a beautiful, engaging, and accessible game for veterans of the series and for newcomers. Choose from 16 different civilizations as you lead your people through intense battles and constant action. You can even compete with friends for world domination!
Critic Reviews
IGN Review (8.8 out of 10)
Traditionally, playing a game of Civilization has been a bit like falling in love. You start out with a few tentative moves, and a week later you're up to your elbows in trebuchets. And, like amore, the Civ series is famous for its complexity, ruthless double-dealing and potential for long, drawn-ou...more
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Average Member Rating: 7.7 out of 10
Almost the classic that PC gamers have known. (9 out of 10)
posted by Droppo (HOUSTON, TX) on Jul 8, 2008
Member since Dec 2006
159 out of 180 gamers (88%) found this review helpful
Member since Dec 2006
159 out of 180 gamers (88%) found this review helpful
This latest iteration of the Civilization series has a few minor annoyances that keep me from giving it a 10, but it is every bit as addictive as the PC version. It will keep you playing much longer than you intended to because you have to be able to stop saying to yourself "Just... one... more.. tu...more
Specs & Requirements
Memory 2 MB
Modes Scenario Editor, Full Mission Single-Player, Training
Controllers Xbox Live Vision Camera
Online Features Xbox LIVE Family Settings, Ranked Match, Player Match, Custom Match, Online Multiplayer, Voice, Content Download, Achievements, Quick Match, Live Aware, Leaderboards
Console Link System Link 2-4
Audio/Video HDTV 720p, HDTV 1080p, HDTV 1080i, In-Game Dolby Digital, Custom Soundtrack