Sid Meier's Civilization II

 PC
Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
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  1. All Game Guide
    100
    It is an incredible and very addictive game; once you start playing you won't want to stop... You will want to play Civilization II over and over, as every game is different.
  2. Yahoo!
    100
    Under the surface lies something of a bionic game - they have rebuilt it, and the new product is better, stronger, faster - well, probably not faster (unless daddy has bought you a silky P133), but it's one hell of a game all the same.
  3. PC Gamer
    97
    An immensely addictive and playable strategy game that's the rightful heir to the Civilization crown. [July 1996, p.82]
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  5. Gamezilla!
    94
    While those looking for a revolutionary new game may not be entirely satisfied, any serious gamer who can even imagine enjoying this game probably will.
  6. GameSpot
    92
    Microprose managed to add a score of new play elements that help the aging strategy classic evolve - without sacrificing the game’s addictive qualities.
  7. TotalGames.net
    92
    For me, the PC was designed to run Civilization 2. Sid Meier is a God and I'll be playing this for days, weeks, months even!
  8. Adrenaline Vault
    90
    Awesome and addicting in everyway, it's also only the second game for Windows 95 that was worth playing at all (the other being "Ultima Online").

Awards & Rankings

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#1 Best PC Game of 1996
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#4 Most Discussed PC Game of 1996
2
#2 Most Shared PC Game of 1996

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User Score
8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 504 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 426 out of 504
  2. Mixed: 48 out of 504
  3. Negative: 30 out of 504
  1. Sheaulle
    Apr 13, 2003
    10
    Even today this game is addictive! If you don't have it and don't have the money for its successor "Civ III" buy it. "Civ II" will Even today this game is addictive! If you don't have it and don't have the money for its successor "Civ III" buy it. "Civ II" will bring hours, days, weeks, months and - believe me - years of fine entertainment to you. There are countless user maps/mods available, and there are still coming new ones - often with a historically educational or compelling fantasy plots. Nevertheless it's very cheap now. In Europe you get it for app. $5,--. Note: There are several versions available, such as "Civ II Gold edition" with multiplayer abilities and two official add-on packs or "Civ II - Test of Time" with improved graphics and gameplay, also multiplayer, but no editor and a lack of compatibility to original Civ II scenarios. I recommend both of them. … Full Review »
  2. femmefatal
    Sep 1, 2011
    10
    This is the BEST all time Civilization game bar none. It is better than Civ III and definitely better than Civ V (which is the worst of theThis is the BEST all time Civilization game bar none. It is better than Civ III and definitely better than Civ V (which is the worst of the series). Civ IV gives it a close challenge but II is still the best and most challenging. Pay no attention to that FOOL who says it's the worst game ever he's just mad cause his pew pew game didn't get 1st place in something. If you love strategy you will love CIV II.… Full Review »
  3. Picard
    Aug 23, 2014
    10
    Civilization II is an excellent turn-based strategy game, one that probably set goalposts for the genre. Even though it is an old game, it hasCivilization II is an excellent turn-based strategy game, one that probably set goalposts for the genre. Even though it is an old game, it has an ageless quality which will keep it relevant for years to come.… Full Review »
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