Sid Meier's Civilization: The Board Game

Build a civilization from ancient era to space age on your table

πŸ‘₯ 2–4 players⏱ approx. 240 minπŸͺ„ Takes some learning14+
β˜… 7.1 Β· BGG #435

Who it's for

Fans of the Civilization video game series who want a full tabletop version. Best with 3-4 players committed to a long session.

Not for you if…

Not for short game nights β€” expect 3-4 hours minimum. Skip if you prefer streamlined euro designs over sprawling 4X experiences.

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Epic, strategic, multi-layered, ambitious

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About this game

Civilization-building board game based on the iconic video game series. Research technologies, build cities, develop culture, and wage war across multiple eras. Win through military conquest, cultural achievement, economic dominance, or technological supremacy β€” just like the PC classic.

Video game adaptationMultiple victory pathsTech treeCivilization building

By the numbers

Players

Best at 4 playersWorks with 2–4

Duration

120–240 min

Ages 14+

Complexity

3.9 / 5 β€” Heavy

BGG Rating

7.1/10

Rank #435

16k ratings

Published

2010

Language

Heavy text

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