Civilization: Call to Power II for Windows

Pros: Engrossing artificial world, many-pronged challenges, strategic flexibility, graphics who prettiness is kept functional.
Cons: Weak computer opponents; multiplayer play possible only by trading chairs; frightening worldview.

In Call To Power II -- a licensed overhaul of Sid Meier's Civilization, which I'm told has sold something like 20 million copies worldwide since 1990 -- the player starts in the year 4000 B.C. with a single settler unit, looks for arable...

Pros: Good game for strategists, more features than its predecessor Civilization II
Cons: Very long game play, cumbersome at times with a few crashes

Yes, you heard me correctly. With a working PC, a pair of pajamas, and a copy of Call to Power 2, you, too, can either attempt world domination, achieve the Gaia Controller (I still haven't figured this one out), successfully complete a scenario or...

Pros: an improvement over CTP1
Cons: not an improvement over basic CIV

I have been a fan of CIV type computer games since Sid Meier's original, and for about the last three years have been hoping something new would be added to the genre, but other than the Master of Orion series (which I consider a CIV game or a 4x game)...

Pros: Something different but no thrills
Cons: not worth it, mods for fun free on the net, building your own is the real enjoyment

Most game producers with a best-seller in their hands will eventually go for the bucks by releasing some expansion pack, usually overpriced, that the game's strong fans will buy in their addiction-frenzy craving for just a little bit...

Pros: Interesting stealth units: slavers, clerics, abolitionists, etc.
Cons: VERY Buggy, poorly thought out rules, bad documentation, clunky interface

Do not confuse this game with Civilization 2, which is a well executed and enjoyable game, destined to become a classic. Civilization: Call to Power 2 is only destined for your waste basket.

Like Civ 2, this game begins with you managing a...

Pros: Everything
Cons: nothing

Essentially, the storyline in this game is the same as in Civilization. However, there are some pretty major differences between the two games. One of the most obious differences is in the graphics department. While not the most outstanding graphics that...

Pros: Great game! Add-on makes it feel new again!
Cons: Too addictive!

Civilization II is an incredibly addictive game. I played the original Civilization for quite a while, and thought it was good, but CivII easily surpasses the original. The major problem is that the game is so much fun, that I've found myself up at 4AM...

Pros: Cool creativity, fun.
Cons: Confusing, frustrating, hard to get used to.

Civilization II is my favorite game of all time. It’s very strategic, it allows you to be emperor of your own empire, and it’s really neat to create a reign of power from scratch. After beating it several times, I decided to get the expansion CD,...

Pros: Awesome Game Play
Cons: Kind of like the original

This is the add on to this great game, so you can have even more hours of enjoyment!!!!! Includes new maps, sounds, video, art, scenarios, and new characters. You won't be disappointed!!! Essentially, the storyline in this game is the same as in...

Pros: new units, interesting scenarios
Cons: Does not work with earlier versions of Civ.

Fantastic Worlds took Civilization II and made it 100% better. Not only is it an expansion pack, but it changes the land, units, technologies and turns them into specialized games. You can play a scenario called Jules Verne, Dino-Age, a mini version of...

Pros: graphics, gameplay, interesting AI, high replay value
Cons: glitches, interface, music/sound

First and foremost, this game can not be qualified as Civilization 3.

With that aside, this game certainly has its own perks, which make it a worthwhile recreational tool, for those interested in turn based strategy games such as Civilization...

Pros: national borders, better combat , improved diplomacy
Cons: weak AI

If you're a fan of turn-based "god" games you may want to give Call to Power II a try. Starting with a band of nomadic settlers you found your first city and nurture your civilization through the centuries. Along the way your people will see...

Pros: Different, Refreshing
Cons: Still the same game after all

When I purchased the Civilization Test of Time, I bough the package with the Scenarios. I did not pay much more for these as I would have paid for the game only. I am glad for this as would probably not have purchased the scenarios if I had had to buy...

Pros: Replayability, info overkill, just plain fun
Cons: Not enough hours in the day

As a long time Real-Time strategy gamer, I always wanted a bit more beef to my game than the usual build and battle. I stumbled across a preview of Call to Power2 on the web and thought I would give it a try. Off to EB and $53.24 later I was home...

Pros: loads of fun
Cons: once you start you can't stop!!

Wow, can you say addicting,
Build the Greatest Empire, command your people by military, economic, scientific and cultural decisions. Manage the growth of your cities, explore new land, and exploit the world's resources as you vie for power.
...