Civilization II (PC, CD-ROM) Microprose - 1996 USA, Canada Release

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Civilization II
Product ID 19703-49247
Product UPC 019703492470
Platform(s) PC
Packaging Retail Box
Media CD-ROM
Copyright date 1996
Publisher(s) Microprose
Category(s) Entertainment, Strategy
Recommended age(s) 6+
Country of Origin United States of America

Description from the packaging.

The ultimate version of the best-selling strategy game.

Civilization has reached new heights.
With over 850,000 copies sold, Sid Meier's Civilization has made gaming history. Now there's a version even more challenging and exciting than the original! Introducing Sid Meier's Civilization II. Make every critical social, economic and political decision as you build an empire to span history. Compete against some of the greatest leaders of all time. It's discovery. It's diplomacy. It's your destiny. So plan your every move carefully. Because in this game, you either stand the test of time or you're history.

  • Command powerful armies.

]Defend and conquer using a wide range of weaponry. Deploy a variety of troops, equipment and technology. From archers, paratroopers and elephants to AEGIS cruisers and Stealth fighters.

  • Negotiate with rival empires.

Plan a strategy to outwit history's most cunning leaders. Advanced diplomatic tactics allow you to wage war, make peace or form cooperative alliances with them.

  • Devise and control technology.

Drive your cities' technological evolution by inventing amphibious warfare, seafaring, tactics, theology, and more.

  • Construct Wonders of the World.

Full-motion video brings to life Leonardo da Vinci's Workshop, the Statue of Liberty and Marco Polo's Embassy.

  • Influence history's landmark events.

Play in pre-set scenarios and re-live some of the sweeping eras of mankind, including World War II and the Roman Empire.

  • Enjoy all-new graphics.

Stunning graphics provide players with high resolution images and a realistic isometric view. A multi-functional Map Editor allows you to create unique worlds from a vast array of terrain.

All new in Civilization II.

  • More military units to command.
  • More technologies and city improvements.
  • Expanded diplomatic system.
  • New multimedia Wonders of the World.
  • New Deity Level for advanced play.
  • New Pre-set scenarios.
  • New high-resolution graphics.
  • New Map Editor.

System Requirements

PC Windows 3.1
Required CPU 486-33
Required RAM 8MB
Requires Mouse Yes
Required CD Speed 2X
Required Audio Yes
Supported Video SVGA 256 Color
PC Windows 95
Required CPU 486-33
Required RAM 8MB
Requires Mouse Yes
Required CD Speed 2X
Required Audio Yes
Supported Video SVGA 256 Color

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