2K Games is working diligently on Civilization V (well, Firaxis Games is) for release on PC. What is the news here? Well, besides this is going to be a guaranteed hit, CV (not Castlevania here folks) is using a new engine that was designed from the get go for this edition of the wildly popular franchise. Other new features include additions to the diplomatic area and a completely new combat system.
One thing that is definitely a change from the norm is that CV will use hexagons rather than the slanted square tiles of previous titles (relax, this is just an evolution of the gameplay that allows for more strategy and interesting options in battle). Leaders will, for the first time, speak in their native tongue which will surely add to the feel of the game.
“Sid Meier’s Civilization franchise has been recognized as one of the greatest PC game franchises of all time with millions of units sold worldwide,” said Christoph Hartmann, president of 2K. “Civilization V takes the franchise further by offering players a more immersive experience with deeper strategies; heightened tactical combat; vast, realistic landscapes to explore, battle over and claim as their own; and an in-game community hub where Civ fans can share content and compete against each other without leaving the game. This marks a new era that will forever change the franchise responsible for sleep deprivation and reduced productivity for nearly two decades.”
“Each new version of Civilization presents exciting challenges for our team,” said Sid Meier, director of creative development at Firaxis Games. “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.”
Civilization V by 2K Games – website
Platform: PC
Genre: World Domination (not just for Microsoft anymore)
Due: When it is done
