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Sid Meier's Civilization III: Complete

Sid Meier's Civilization III: Complete

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Release Date: September 14, 2004

Strategy, Economic, Turn-based, 4X, Package, War Strategy, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Internet, LAN

Sid Meier's Civilization III: Complete is a complete set of the turn-based strategy Sid Meier's Civilization III and its two expansions: Play the World and Conquests. Sid Meier's Civilization III is the third installment of the renowned strategy game, where we have the opportunity to create the greatest civilization on Earth. Army commanders gain experience while fighting, making their combat skills more effective.

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Civilization III: Complete is a special collector's edition of all games in the Civilization III series. The collection includes the vanilla version of the game and its two expansions - Play the World and Conquests

Sid Meier's Civilization III is the third installment of the world's most popular strategy game, in which we once again have the opportunity to create the greatest civilization on Earth, eclipsing the power of other cultures. The army commanders gain experience with each subsequent fight, increasing the effectiveness of their combat skills. Dual-level diplomacy allows the more proficient players to use all the capabilities of international relations. The ability to trade in gold, inventions, alliances, maps, cities, units, and natural resources is also an additional asset. 

Gameplay

Sid Meier's Civilization III: Play the World is the first expansion to the renowned turn-based strategy. The main emphasis in the case of this expansion was put on the multiplayer aspects of the game (both through a local area network and the Internet). Play the World allows us to wage battles with friends in several different modes such as Elimination, Domination, Regicide and King of the Mountain. 

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PC Windows

Developer: Firaxis Games

Publisher: Atari / Infogrames

Age restrictions: none

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Sid Meier's Civilization III: Complete
Sid Meier's Civilization III: Complete
Sid Meier's Civilization III: Complete

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Sid Meier's Civilization Game Series

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

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Recommended System Requirements:
Pentium II 400MHz, 128MB RAM, graphic card 4 MB, 1.5 GB HDD.

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The main pros of the game

  • Nostalgia and Classic Gameplay: Many players have fond memories of Civ III, often citing it as their favorite in the series due to its simplicity and charm compared to newer titles.
  • Addictive and Engaging Mechanics: The game is praised for its addictive gameplay, with many players getting lost in "just one more turn" sessions. The balance of strategy and management keeps players engaged for hours.
  • Cultural and Historical Depth: The introduction of cultural mechanics and a rich Civilopedia enhances the game’s educational value and historical engagement.
  • Modding Community: The game has a vibrant modding community, with many mods available that enhance and expand gameplay significantly.
  • Replay Value: Players appreciate the various civilizations and scenarios, which provide different experiences and challenges each time they play.

The main cons of the game

  • Technical Issues: Many users report crashes, bugs, and compatibility issues on modern systems, making it difficult to run the game smoothly.
  • Outdated Graphics and UI: The graphics are considered dated, and the user interface can be clunky, especially on larger monitors, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • Steep Learning Curve: New players may find the lack of tutorials and the complexity of the game mechanics overwhelming, requiring external resources for guidance.
  • AI and Gameplay Imbalances: Some users note that the AI can be erratic and that certain gameplay mechanics, like unit stacking, can lead to frustrating scenarios.

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

  • Modern Quality of Life Improvements: Players miss features that are standard in newer Civ games, such as more intuitive diplomacy systems, clearer unit management, and better city management tools.
  • Lack of Religion and Trade Mechanisms: Some users express disappointment that Civ III lacks certain gameplay elements like religion and more complex trade systems that were introduced in later entries.
  • Enhanced Graphics Options: Many users hope for a remaster that includes updated graphics and UI improvements, as the current version struggles with modern display resolutions and aspect ratios.

Summary

  • Overall, while Sid Meier's Civilization III Complete is celebrated for its classic gameplay and nostalgic value, it faces criticism for technical issues and a lack of modern features that newer strategy games offer.

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