Galactic Civilizations 2 truly is a game built for gamers. It not only allows you to create a universe to explore, it lets you determine how you take control of it. For the first time in recent memory, you can truly win through diplomatic, economic, or militaristic means. Or you can switch strategies midstream. You get to decide. Impressive tech tree lets you research technologies to help you with whatever strategy you are pursuing. The entire game is reminiscent of Sid Meier’s Alpha Centauri only you have multiple planets in numerous star systems to worry about. This game got a 10 in tilt because of the humor that is evident throughout. There are numerous adapted quotes from hitchhiker’s guide to the galaxy and Monty Python and the search for the Holy Grail. For example, when I finished researching soil enhancements, the description of the technology read something to the effect of
“I built a castle in the swamp but the first one sank, the second one sank, the third one burned to the ground, fell over, and sank but the fourth one stood”
That, along with the amazing AI sealed the deal for me. If you are a fan of turn based games, I recommend you purchase this one immediately. That means stop reading this, get in your car, and go buy it NOW. This game is worth every cent of $40.
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