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2001 PC

A classic turn-based 4X strategy game where you lead a nation from the ancient age to the modern era. You found cities, research technologies, handle diplomacy and compete through conquest, culture or space travel.

What defines Sid Meier's Civilization III:

  • Turn-based combat
  • Tactical depth
  • Strong character progression
  • Challenging difficulty

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Sid Meier's Colonization

98 %

1994 PC 6.99 € 👍 96 % Overwhelmingly positive, 1,004 reviews on Steam

  • Turn-based combat
  • Tactical depth
  • Gameplay comes before story

A turn-based 4X strategy game set in the colonial era: you lead a European power in the New World, founding settlements, trading goods, managing resources, and ultimately fighting for independence from the Crown.

Humankind

Strong character progression

A turn-based 4X strategy game where you blend cultures across six eras to build a one-of-a-kind civilization. Switching culture each era sets it apart from genre peers like Civilization.

Civilization: Call to Power

Strong character progression

A turn-based 4X empire builder where you guide a civilization from the Stone Age into the far future. Its late eras stand out, with underwater cities and space colonies.

Age of History II

Gameplay comes before story

A turn-based grand strategy game on a world map where you lead any nation to power through diplomacy and war. Easy to learn, with high replayability thanks to free choice of country and mod support.

Corsair Cove

Tactical depth

A pirate-themed management strategy game where you build a haven with intricate production chains, govern a rowdy crew, and send a fleet out to challenge the Crown.

Master of Magic

Strong character progression

A classic turn-based 4X strategy game where you play a wizard founding cities, raising armies and researching spells to conquer two parallel worlds. Its blend of empire building and rich magic makes it a cult favourite.

Magic: The Gathering

Strong character progression

This 1997 Magic adaptation pairs card duels with an overworld adventure in the plane of Shandalar. You collect cards, refine your deck and defeat wizards of the five colors before a villain grows too powerful.

Old World

Strong character progression

A turn-based 4X game set in classical antiquity where you lead a dynasty rather than just an empire. Character-driven events, court intrigue and family members add narrative twists on top of classic city building and warfare.

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