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Sid Meier's Civilization VI

Sid Meier's Civilization VI

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Civilization 6, Civ 6

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Release Date: October 21, 2016

Strategy, Economic, Turn-based, 4X, Sandbox, Isometric View, War Strategy, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Hotseat, Internet

The sixth installment of the legendary series of turn-based strategy games that allow us to control a selected civilization throughout several thousand years of its history. It was traditionally developed by Firaxis Games led by Sid Meier, the franchise’s creator, himself. Gameplay-wise, Civilization VI combines together the well-proven solutions of its predecessors but also introduces several revolutionary changes.

9.0

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8.9

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8.6

Steam

6.7

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Sid Meier’s Civilization VI for PC and iOS is the sixth installment of the legendary strategy game series that lets us build and develop an empire throughout several thousand years of human history. It was developed by Firaxis Games, the creators of two expansions for Sid Meier’s Civilization V entitled Gods & Kings and Brave New World. Once again, Sid Meier assumed the position of the spiritual and artistic guide of the production, but was not directly involved in the development process. The fifth installment of the series was a great reset of the franchise which simplified many elements that were present in its predecessors. In case of the sixth one, the creators didn’t want to make the same mistake again. All the upgrades of Civilization V’ expansions are therefore present in Civilization VI. Firaxis Games also made use of their experience from working on the 2014’s Sid Meier’s Civilization: Beyond Earth.

Mechanics

Sid Meier’s Civilization VI is a classical turn-based 4X strategy game. It was developed with both veterans and complete newcomers in mind. The latter can learn all the ins and outs in the extensive tutorial. While playing, we choose one of historical civilizations and then lead it to dominance (that can be achieved in five different ways) by shaping the politics and development direction throughout several thousand years.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows October 21, 2016

PlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 November 22, 2019

Xbox One

Xbox One November 22, 2019

Android

Android August 13, 2020

Apple iOS

Apple iOS December 21, 2017

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch November 16, 2018

Developer: Firaxis Games / Aspyr Media (AND) / Aspyr Media (iOS)

Publisher: 2K Games

Game Series

Sid Meier's Civilization VI
Sid Meier's Civilization VI
Sid Meier's Civilization VI

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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.

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Sid Meier’s Civilization VI review – one turn short of perfection

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Sid Meier’s Civilization VI review – one turn short of perfection
Sid Meier’s Civilization VI review – one turn short of perfection
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Review date:
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Sid Meier's Civilization VI Game Guide
Guide

Last update: January 17, 2017

Sid Meier's Civilization VI Game Guide

The Sid Meier's Civilization VI guide contains a complete set of information explaining all the rules of gameplay in Civ 6 and Gathering Storm. It recommends the best strategies and describes the characteristics of each of the nations.

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Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i3 2.5 GHz / AMD Phenom II 2.6 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 450 / Radeon HD 5570 or better, 12 GB HDD, Windows 7/8.1/10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i5 2.5 GHz / AMD FX-8350 4.0 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 770 / Radeon HD 7970 or better, 12 GB HDD, Windows 7/8.1/10 64-bit.

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Sid Meier's Civilization VI: Gathering Storm

Sid Meier's Civilization VI: Gathering Storm

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Expansion

February 14, 2019

Strategy

The second big expansion to Sid Meier's Civilization VI. The Gathering Storm add-on enriches the production with a number of aspects related to climate and geology. In addition, resources and topography or the opportunity to speak at the World Congress play an important role here. Despite that, there are new scenarios and a number of minor improvements and novelties.

8.2

OpenCritic

3.5

Users

Sid Meier's Civilization VI: Gathering Storm
Sid Meier's Civilization VI: Rise and Fall

Sid Meier's Civilization VI: Rise and Fall

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Expansion

February 8, 2018

Strategy

An expansion for the sixth installment of the legendary strategy game series Sid Meier's Civilization, in which you lead your empire through thousands of years.

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Sid Meier's Civilization VI: Rise and Fall

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ReviewSid Meier's Civilization VI

Sid Meier’s Civilization VI review – one turn short of perfection

Does Civilization VI offer more at launch than Civ V did? Definitely. This doesn’t mean, though, that the developers managed to top Civilization V with all of its expansions – they almost did; except “almost” makes all the difference in this case.

Sid Meier’s Civilization VI review – one turn short of perfection
Sid Meier’s Civilization VI review – one turn short of perfection
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8.9

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 99% of Critics. There are 95 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

TheSixthAxis: 10 / 10 by Dave Irwin

Civilization VI is my new favourite addiction that I honestly can’t really fault. Each of the gameplay changes provides a fresh challenge, but they were well worth undertaking once they clicked. It’s packed full of the stuff that made the previous games great, but also has a crisp style that makes things clear enough when the game gets extremely busy. As such, the vanilla version of Civilization VI is so good, expansions aren’t really necessary to improve upon it. Having said that, I’m excited for what’s next.

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Hardcore Gamer: 4.5 / 5 by Sean Hannley

Civilization VI takes all of the elements from the Civilization franchise, improves on them and produces one of the most unique games in the series.

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PC Gamer: 93 / 100 by T.J. Hafer

Sight, sound, and systems harmonize to make Civilization 6 the liveliest, most engrossing, most rewarding, most challenging 4X in any corner of the earth.

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86%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (259,633)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Deep Strategy and Replayability: Players appreciate the game's complexity and the multitude of strategies available, making each playthrough unique and engaging. Many reviews mention the addictive nature of the "just one more turn" mechanic.
  • Rich Historical Context: The game provides a well-crafted historical narrative, allowing players to learn about different civilizations and leaders while strategizing.
  • Visuals and UI: The graphics and user interface are generally praised, with some players noting improvements over previous iterations.
  • Diverse Civilizations and Leaders: The game features a wide array of civilizations and leaders, each with unique abilities, enhancing replayability.
  • Engaging Mechanics: New features like the loyalty system, natural disasters, and improved AI add depth to gameplay. Players enjoy the various victory conditions and the evolving challenges throughout the game.

The main cons of the game

  • AI Behavior: Many users express frustration with the AI's unpredictable and often aggressive behavior, leading to unprovoked wars and making the game feel less realistic.
  • Complexity and Learning Curve: Some players find the game overly complicated, with a steep learning curve that can be daunting for newcomers.
  • Balance Issues: There are complaints about game balance, particularly regarding the speed at which AI civilizations progress compared to human players.
  • Technical Issues: Some users report crashes, especially on Mac, and issues with multiplayer functionality, including desynchronization problems.
  • DLC Accessibility: The requirement for specific DLCs to play with friends and the high cost of expansions are viewed negatively by some users.

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

  • Simpler Mechanics: Long-time fans of earlier games in the series, like Civ V, miss features like automated workers and simpler systems that allowed for more straightforward gameplay.
  • Longer Eras: Some players wish for longer and more impactful eras, as they feel the current pacing is too rushed.
  • Improved Multiplayer Experience: Users express a desire for better matchmaking and more inclusive multiplayer options without requiring all players to have the same DLCs.
  • More Playable Civilizations: Some users feel that the game could benefit from additional civilizations, particularly those that are historically significant but currently absent.
  • Less Cluttered UI: A few reviews mention that the user interface can feel bloated and overwhelming at times, making it difficult to navigate.

Summary

  • Overall, while Sid Meier's Civilization VI is celebrated for its depth and engaging gameplay, it also faces criticism regarding AI behavior, complexity, and technical issues, with some players longing for features from previous iterations.

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