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Civilization
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 (originally 1991) |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | MicroProse |
| Publisher | Koei |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Civilization |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 15 |
Civilization is a strategy game released in 1995 for the Super Nintendo, developed by MicroProse and published by Koei. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Sid Meier's Civilization. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991.
It landed about 4 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1995 include Chrono Trigger, Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island and Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest. Among the 52 SNES 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 (PS1) and Civilization (Saturn).
Civilization is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the SNES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
- you are looking for something to play with friends
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 cheats & codes
24 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Settlers Take 1 Turn To Build Things | DD06-540D |
|---|---|
| Get A New Skill Every Turn | DD30-74A4 |
| Start With More Money | BB04-EF74
BB04-EF54 |
| Start With A Lot More Money | EE04-EF74
EE04-EF54 |
| Have 42.0 Moves, Until You Specify 'No Orders' | CB28-5DA4
5328-5FD4 |
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 SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
Civilization FAQ
When did Civilization come out on the SNES?
Civilization was released for the Super Nintendo in 1995; the original game dates back to 1991.
Who made Civilization?
It was developed by MicroProse and published by Koei.
Is Civilization multiplayer?
No. Civilization is a single-player game.
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.