Civilization III & Play the World Expansion

The Civilization Legacy:  Sid Meier created the original Civilization computer game in 1990. Civilization instantly set the standard and defined a new genre of empire-building strategy games and is still recognized as one of the greatest games of all time. The game is an addictive blend of building, exploration, discovery and conquest. Players match wits against some of history's greatest leaders as they strive to build the ultimate civilization to stand the test of time. The legacy of this incredibly fun, addictive series continues today with the development of Civilization III.

Witness an epic adventure unfold before you as you wield the ultimate power and reinvent the history of Civilization.

Conquer vast territories with new armies and new fighting methods. Nourish the growth of a culture that is the envy of other civilizations along with trading shrewdly to gain valuable resources and enrich your empire.  You can mix and match unlimited deals with history's greatest leaders at the bargaining table. The easy to use game technology offers pathways to victory for limitless replayability.

It's History in the Making!

Dominate the world through Diplomatic Finesse, Cultural Domination, and Military Prowess.

• Dominate the world through Diplomatic Finesse, Cultural Domination, and Military Prowess.
• New Technologies, Wonders Of The World and Great People expand the scope of the game.
• Improved combat options provide finer levels of control for enhanced war-making capabilities.
• More interactions, alliances and realistic artificial intelligence responses put players in the middle of negotiations, trade systems and diplomatic actions.
• Advanced trade system to manage resources, trade routes and spread of technology.
• New elements of Culture, Nationality and the Arts help players plan and focus empire-building efforts.
• Active world generator creates more realistic maps and organic terrain features.
• Complete game editor screens for unprecedented customizability.
• The most detailed and beautiful art, animations and sound ever found in the genre.
• Easier-to-use interface for streamlined management and better control.

"If you're interested in turn-based strategy games, but have never played a Sid Meier game, then don't bother reading beyond this paragraph- just get a copy of Civ III. Sid Meier is a legend in his field because he puts out games that have great concepts behind them, and has the ability to turn those great concepts into fun games, and Civ III is no exception."
    - Game Industry News - 5 out 5 ranking - 2002 PC Game of the Year

"Sid Meier's Civilization 3 is definitely the most addictive single-player game you can find--or have ever been able to find.  It is also one of the most rewarding games as you bring your civilization from Antiquity to the Middle Ages to the Modern Era, Civ3 is always revealing something new to you, be it a unit, a type of diplomacy or just another small feature.  It's always entertaining and rewarding, and that's what makes this one of the best games of 2001 and the best turn-based strategy game of the year, no questions asked."
    - Game Rankings - 92 out of 100 ranking

"...you realize that you're playing a brilliant game created by a master designer, one with a perfect understanding of the balance between realism and entertainment, detail and depth, design and execution. These are the signature facets of Sid Meier, whatever his involvement in a game's overall design, and this is why he sits at the top of his field. Civilization III represents a master at the height of his powers. It's Sid's world; it's a good thing he lets us play in it."
   - Computer Games -  5 out 5 ranking

"Number One Game of All Time"
  - Computer Gaming World

Play Civ Like Never Before!

Sid Meier's Civilization III: Play the World, available with Civilization III: Complete, is the exciting expansion pack to Sid Meier's Civilization III, the greatest strategy game of all-time! Featuring new multiplayer and single player features, Civilization III: Play the World pits you against the best Civilization players from all corners of the earth via the Internet. With new online modes of play like "turnless" and fast-paced games like Regicide and Elimination, the battle for the ultimate in bragging rights will be intense!

Eight new civilizations including new leaders and units provide even more challenges and strategic options. A powerful Scenario Editor allows players to construct their dream scenario and share it with players from around the world. Play scenarios created by others, or build your own -- replayability is now truly limitless with the new benchmark in strategy gaming!

Game Features:

Multiplayer Modes: Includes Turn-Based and Simultaneous game types and appearing for the first time in a Civilization game, a Turn-less mode. Provides full TCP-IP/LAN, Hotseat and Play be Email support.

Multiplayer games: Face off against the best Civilization players worldwide with fast-paced multiplayer games like Elimination, Domination, Regicide and Capture the Flag.

Eight new Civilizations featuring new Leaders including: Genghis Khan Temujin, King Hannibal, Queen Isabella and King Brennus, and all new units will challenge your diplomatic and combat skills.

Enhanced Scenario Editor, including new unit and tile sets lets players construct a Scenario from any time period.

Players can strengthen their empire with:
* new map features like outposts, airfields and radar towers
* new guerilla and medieval infantry units
* new wonders and city improvements like the stock market or the Internet

Updated interface improvements like auto bombard, rally points, stacked movement and a streamlined espionage interface allow for more efficient management.

A dazzling new opening cinematic and combat animations bring your Civilization world to life like never before.

Easier-to-use interface for streamlined management and better control.

"If you have ever played Civ in any of its incarnations, C3C is an absolute must buy." - Strategy Informer

"If you own the original Civilization III you must own this latest expansion. This expansion helps make the previous game even better with the addition of new and challenging conquests, new Wonders, and myriads of other things that will rob you of your sleep at night." - Gamezone

"EDITOR'S CHOICE AWARD: "Even if you don't care at all about the smaller scenarios, there's plenty to be enjoyed just in the additions to the standard game." -  IGN

Minimum System Requirements:

• Windows 98/Me/2000/XP
• Pentium II 400MHz (500 Mhz Recommended)
• 64MB of RAM (128 MB Recommended)
• 600MB free hard disk space for Civ III and 400MB for Play the World
• 4X Speed CD-ROM drive or higher
• DirectX 8.0 compatible video card