How many players is Civilization?

Civilization plays with 2–7 players, ages 12 and up.

How long does Civilization take to play?

A game of Civilization takes 360 min, at medium-heavy complexity (3.7/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Civilization any good?

Civilization rates 7.5/10 from 7,149 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a ancient / civilization game built around area majority / influence, area movement, hand management.

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Civilization (1980)

2–7 players · 360 min · age 12+ · ★ 7.5 on BGG

Players: 2–7
Play time: 360 min
Age: 12+
Complexity: Medium-heavy
BGG rating: 7.5/10

Best for 2–7 players aged 12+ who like ancient games — medium-heavy complexity, plays in 360 min.

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About Civilization

Expand and develop your historical empire while trading with competing civilizations.

Ancient Civilization Economic Negotiation

Mechanics: Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Hand Management, Set Collection, Tech Trees / Tech Tracks, Trading · Designer: Francis Tresham

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Civilization FAQ

How many players is Civilization?: Civilization plays with 2–7 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Civilization take to play?: A game of Civilization takes 360 min, at medium-heavy complexity (3.7/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Civilization any good?: Civilization rates 7.5/10 from 7,149 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a ancient / civilization game built around area majority / influence, area movement, hand management.