Starting off in the Stone Age, with a small plot of land, the aim of the game is to build an empire that will stand the test of time, right up to the space age. Through domination, technological advancement, cultural change and economic growth, you win the game by moulding your empire into a supreme ruling power.

If you’re new to the Civilization franchise, the game may initially seem overwhelming due to the barrage of information that’s thrown at you and the amount of paths you can potentially follow in order to build your empire. However, the developer has done a fine job of simplifying things, with clear tutorials that come in the form of on-screen advisors and also the comprehensive encyclopedia, dubbed the ‘Civilopedia’, which provides detailed information on every aspect of the gameplay

The gameplay in Civilization Revolution takes place from the top-down perspective, showing a map of the land subtly divided into segments that you can move to one-by-one on each turn. Each turn constitutes 100 years in history and you can order your units, issue build orders or conduct valuable research in a wide range of technologies, from pottery to literacy as you attempt to build a stable and all-conquering empire.

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