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Civilization V Announced For This Fall

Posted by Soulskill on from the more-cow-to-be-cashed dept.

sopssa writes "2K Games announced today that they will be releasing Civilization V in the fall. For the first time in the series, the square tiles will be changed to hexes, which 2K Games says provides 'deeper strategy' and 'more realistic gameplay.' Civilization V will also include a new graphics engine, new combat system including ranged bombardment, multiplayer and good support for the modding community. 'Each new version of Civilization presents exciting challenges for our team. Thankfully, ideas on how to bring new and fun experiences to Civ players never seem to stop flowing. From fully animated leaders and realistic landscapes, new combat tactics, expanded diplomacy and shared mods, we're excited for players to see the new vision our team at Firaxis has brought to the series,' Sid Meier said. In addition to Civilization V, the Facebook-based Civilization Network will also be released during 2010."

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  1. To Firaxis by Jaysyn · · Score: 4, Interesting

    The Civ games are awesome & all, but I *really* want to see a sequel / remake of Alpha Centauri / Alien Crossfire!

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  2. But I liked sleeping.... by SpuriousLogic · · Score: 3, Interesting

    Next fall is going to have some really late nights and brutal AMs at the office. Just one more turn....

  3. Linux Version? by Trelane · · Score: 3, Interesting

    Man, I hope there's a Linux version. Sadly, I'm not gonna hold my breath. Too many Linux (and now Mac: welcome to the club!) users are willing to trade freedom for a little temporary entertainment. *sigh*

    Between StarCraft 2, Diablo III, and Civilization V not running on Linux, I'm saving a bundle of cash and a ton of time.

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  4. Re:Brings back memories... by shutdown+-p+now · · Score: 3, Interesting

    I had never before enjoyed a computer game as much, and have likewise never since.

    There was one other game like that.

    "UFO: Enemy Unknown" (aka: "X-COM: UFO Defense").

    After the final battle, look around with read, hurting eyes... um, what day is this?

  5. Re:What I want in it by Beetle+B. · · Score: 3, Interesting

    I believe Civ IV solved this, didn't it?

    In any case, depending on the tank, it is still theoretically possible...

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