Sid Meier's Civilization

Sid Meier's Civilization

1991

Game Information

Summary

Sid Meier's Civilization is a turn-based strategy computer game created by Sid Meier for MicroProse in 1991.The game's objective is "...to build an empire that would stand the test of time". The game begins in 4000 BC, and the players attempt to expand and develop their empires through the ages until modern and near-future times. It is also known simply as Civilization.

Release Date

September 30, 1991

Developer

MPS Labs

Publisher

MicroProse Software, Inc.

Platforms

PC-9800 SeriesAtari ST/STEPC (Microsoft Windows)MacDOSAmiga

Genres

StrategyTurn-based strategy (TBS)

Themes

Historical4X (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate)

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