8.5 out of 10 based on 732 reviews

Civilization V

 

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  • User Score (508)
    6.0 6.0 from 508 reviewers
  • Expert Score (124)
    8.7 8.7 from 124 reviewers
  • Value for money (4)
    10 10 from 4 reviewers
  • Features (2)
    9.5 9.5 from 2 reviewers
  • Ease of use (2)
    9.6 9.6 from 2 reviewers
  • Gameplay (37)
    9.5 9.5 from 37 reviewers
  • Graphics (39)
    9.1 9.1 from 39 reviewers
  • Sound (35)
    8.9 8.9 from 35 reviewers
  • Storyline (7)
    7.0 7.0 from 7 reviewers
  • Multiplayer (10)
    8.4 8.4 from 10 reviewers
  • Control (8)
    10 10 from 8 reviewers
  • Lifespan (2)
    9.7 9.7 from 2 reviewers
  • Playability (2)
    10 10 from 2 reviewers
  • Audio & image quality (4)
    8.2 8.2 from 4 reviewers
  • Appearance (2)
    9.8 9.8 from 2 reviewers
  • Replay value (2)
    10 10 from 2 reviewers
  • Atmosphere (2)
    8.9 8.9 from 2 reviewers
  • Singleplayer (3)
    9.6 9.6 from 3 reviewers
  • Game depth (2)
    10 10 from 2 reviewers
  • Lastability (2)
    7.8 7.8 from 2 reviewers
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7-8
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5-6
(5)
3-4
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1-2
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Users:
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7-8
(90)
5-6
(72)
3-4
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1-2
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. Gameplanet

    9.0/10
    22 September 2010

    No longer able to put twenty tanks on one tile and simply ‘tankenstein’ my way across the map, I was initially bereft of strategic cunning. Once used to it however, I saw the light. In order to accommodate tile unit limits and hexes, I learned that diversity in units and strategy paid dividends. Ranged units are especially useful, damaging melee opponents long before they can reach your front line. Read more

  2. clearnet.co.nz

    clearnet.co.nz
    20 September 2010

    My Iroquois nation spreads across the world quickly, being likened to plague by my enemies. In real life this relatively small group of people was all but wiped out by the end of the 20th century, but in my game they are a force to be reckoned with -- a nation wresting control of the seas with modern navies, and taking cities by force with infantry and tanks. Read more

  3. CLEARNET

    CLEARNET
    20 September 2010

    Closing Comments Civilization V is one of the best turn-based strategy games I’ve ever had the pleasure of playing. Whether teaming up with my friends for some multiplayer, or simply losing a whole night of sleep to the game’s endlessly replayable single player, this is one game that any strategy enthusiast, or, hell anyone strat-curious should check out. Read more

  4. Mighty Ape

    Mighty Ape
    5 August 2011

    Whether you seek victory with the open hand of Diplomacy, the iron fist of Domination, or the more subtle means of Culture or Science, all the tools you need to dominate the world are now in your hands! GET THE MOST FROM YOUR CIVILIZATION: All civilizations have humble beginnings, but this guide shows you how to get the most out of their unique benefits and strengths. MULTIPLAYER CIVILIZATION: Use the tips provided in this guide to gain an edge against human opponents! Read more

  5. GamingTrend

    9.4/10
    10 December 2011

    "One more turn When you first start the game up, the option to select DirectX9 or DirectX10/11 graphics if your video card supports. What does this mean? Read more

    • Gorgeous Graphics, Core Civilization Gameplay, Changes Have Made the Game Better, Steam Integration Makes it Easy to Download Mods, Dependence on Steam
    • Gorgeous Graphics, Core Civilization Gameplay, Changes Have Made the Game Better, Steam Integration Makes it Easy to Download Mods, Dependence on Steam

  • User Reviews

  1. BigPond GameArena

    10/10
    Reviewer: BigPond GameArena
    4 April 2012

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