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Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth

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About the game

Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth is a new science-fiction-themed entry into the award-winning Civilization series. Set in the future, global events have destabilized the world leading to a collapse of modern society, a new world order and an uncertain future for humanity. As the human race struggles to recover, the re-developed nations focus their resources on deep space travel to chart a new beginning for mankind. As part of an expedition sent to find a home beyond Earth, you will wri...

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STRATEGY TURN-BASED STRATEGY SCI-FI SPACE 4X TURN-BASED FUTURISTIC ALIENS TACTICAL HEX GRID GRAND STRATEGY REPLAY VALUE EXPLORATION ATMOSPHERIC MODDABLE ADVENTURE SIMULATION ACTION

Installation:

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Developer:

Firaxis Games, Aspyr (Mac), Aspyr (Linux)

Publisher:

2K, Aspyr (Mac), Aspyr (Linux)

Release date:

23 October 2014

Genre:

Single-player, Strategy

Recent Steam reviews:

Very positive (17)

All Steam reviews:

Mixed (13207)

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Description

Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth is an award-winning science-fiction entry to Sid Meier's award-winning Civilization series. Set in the future, global events have destabilized society leading to collapsed modern societies, an uncertain world order and uncertain prospects for humanity's survival. Redeveloped nations use resources for deep space travel in hopes of charting a path ahead for mankind.

As part of an expedition sent out to find a home beyond Earth, you will create the next chapter for humanity as you lead your people onto new frontiers and build civilization in space. Explore and colonize an alien planet while researching new technologies, amassing mighty armies, building amazing Wonders and shaping the face of your new world. As part of your journey you must also make critical decisions. From sponsor selection and colony composition decisions through to how your civilization evolves over time each decision opens up new potential paths forward.
Features
Seed the Adventure: Establish your cultural identity by choosing one of eight expedition sponsors with unique leaders and gameplay benefits, then assemble spacecraft, cargo & colonists through choices which directly shape starting conditions on any new planet you visit.
Colonize an Alien World: Discover both the dangers and benefits of colonizing an alien world by setting foot on one with unpredictable terrain, mysterious resources and life forms unlike Earth's. Establish outposts, find ancient alien relics, domesticate new forms of life and set up flourishing cities - creating prosperity for your people in doing so!
Technology Web: To illustrate progress through an unpredictable future, technology advancement takes place through nonlinear decisions which affect mankind's development. To create this environment of progress and uncertainty, three broad themes have been organized within this technology web each with their own victory condition.
Orbital Layer: Utilizing advanced military, economic and scientific satellites that offer offensive, defensive and support capabilities from space. Unit Customization: Unlock various upgrades through the tech web and customize your units based on your play style!
Multiplayer: Up to eight players can compete against each other to dominate an alien world, while robust mod support enables you to customize and extend the gaming experience.

Configurations

minimum*

  • OS *:Windows Vista SP2 / Windows 7
  • Processor:1.8 GHz Quad Core CPU
  • Memory:4 GB RAM
  • Graphics:AMD HD5000 series or better (or ATI R9 series for Mantle support), nVidia GT400 series or better, or Intel IvyBridge or better integrated graphics
  • DirectX:Version 11
  • Storage:8 GB available space
  • Sound Card:DirectX 9.0c‐compatible sound card
  • Additional Notes:DirectX: DirectX version 11, or Mantle (with supported video card)