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Civilization
Sega Saturn · Strategy
Civilization
Certified classic
| System | Sega Saturn |
|---|---|
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | MicroProse |
| Publisher | MicroProse |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Civilization |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 15 |
Civilization is a strategy game released for the Sega Saturn, developed by MicroProse. This Saturn release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991.
Among the 12 Saturn strategy games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Civilization series. The series also appears on other systems with Civilization (SNES) and Civilization (PS1).
Civilization supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the Saturn's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
What playing Civilization is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Civilization walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Civilization.
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Playing Saturn games today
Many of the Saturn's best games never left Japan, and original discs can be expensive. Rec0m88 lists Saturn support for players who own their games.
Civilization FAQ
Who made Civilization?
It was developed by MicroProse.
Is Civilization multiplayer?
Yes. Civilization supports up to 2 players.
How long does Civilization take to play?
As a strategy game, Civilization typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Civilization on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.