Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword (PC)

Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword is a hugely impressive expansion pack, adding further depth to already hugely immersive gaming experience. Indeed the game is so complex at first it's difficult to engage fully with the games plethora of features; this would be a particular problem for gamers new to the Civilization series. Regardless of this it is a game well worth engaging with, the vast depth of the game will keep you entertained for literally hours and hours. The game play is unbelievably addictive; the combination of challenging problems and the potential for individual direction makes for game play that will never get boring. The new ...  Read the complete review

Civilization IV, the latest in Sid Meier's series of games covering the history of man from the ancient world to the present and beyond. Being a Civilization fan from the very beginning I can honestly say that this is by far the best looking Civ game ever, but one of the more challenging ones for beginners to the series to understand. Automation of workers, trade units, and scouts is included in this version and really simplify things quite a bit. Gone are the days where you have to tell your scouts where to move or workers what and where to build every turn, but the premise is still basically the same: build your empire and defend it from those who would take it from ...  Read the complete review