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Great game, wish I'd bought the Complete Edition
I got to this game a few years after it came out, but I am not at all dissapointed in the content. The only thing I wish is that I'd have bought the complete edition (which I didn't know existed), instead of buying this edition and Beyond the Sword separately.

Awesome game, if you have a FAST computer
I've been playing Civilization Games since the game first came out. Even when there were two different brands Sid Meier's and non-Sid Meier, I bought both to see which was better. (Obviously Sid Meier's versions was ;)

This game is FANTASTIC! The requirements are incredably high though and often my PC would lag as the game progressed, taking longer and longer for the computer to compute each turn. I upgraded my computer's RAM though and that largely solved the problem.

If you like ANY of the other Civilization games, you'll love this one. I wouldn't say this is a sequel though, because it's more like a whole new Civilization game.

Also, I would recommend getting the Beyond the Sword expansion along with this for a life changing experience.

Lastly, make sure you check out "Sid Meier's Alpha Centaury." It is INCREDIBLY hard but is FANTASTIC!!! It has Customizable Units and you can even take control of the native flora and fauna.

Make sure you have a lot of time on your hands if you're going to play this game though, as it can easily consume 8 hours of you day without you even realizing it.

Civ 4 gold
I personaly own this game and I am proud of it. Like all the civilization games before it, this is just the latest and greatest version out. I recomend trying the demo before buying. But I like editing the xml files for bigger cities and more gold. The mod options are great. And the in game map editor is a handy addion compared to previous games. I got this a christmas gift in 07. It is worth 4 stars if you a fan of these games.

Beginner in a serious game
I bought Civ IV on recommendation from my son. He thought I would enjoy it as a time filler now that I am retired and have time to do these things! Well, time is not that free, but I do find the game a lot of fun. You can really get into it, but don't try to jump right in, like I did! I didn't even know how to begin till I went through the tutorial, it is a must for first timers. Then I spent 2 days on the first game, really intense!! LOL

Sid Meir's Civilization IV
Don't like the graphics or movement of the various people, animals, etc. The tutorial is not the best. After numerous tries to understand the game I un-installed it and put it on the shelf.