Sid Meier's Civilization V: Brave New World
Jul 11, 2013 13 years ago
Sid Meier's Civilization V: Brave New World is the second expansion pack for Civilization V - the critically acclaimed 2010 PC Game of the Year. This new expansion provides enhanced depth and replayability through the introduction of international trade and a focus on culture and diplomacy. Your influence around the world will be impacted by creating Great Works, choosing an ideology for your people and proposing global resolutions in the World Congress. As you move through the ages of history you will make critical decisions that will impact your relationship with other civilizations. Sid Meier’s Civilization V: Brave New World also introduces nine new civilizations, eight new wonders, two new scenarios, four new gameplay systems and dozens of new units, buildings and improvements offering an expanded variety of ways to build the most powerful empire in the world.
What it’s like
Brave New World transforms the established turn-based 4X formula by injecting a robust diplomatic and economic layer into an already deep strategic framework. The experience centers on managing international trade routes and leveraging cultural influence to achieve victory, shifting focus from pure military conquest to global soft power. Players engage with the World Congress, proposing resolutions that affect all civilizations, while selecting ideologies that define their societal structure. This expansion adds significant replayability through new wonders, civilizations, and the 'Scramble for Africa' scenario. While the core loop remains familiar—explore, expand, exploit, exterminate—the added mechanics create a more nuanced diplomatic landscape where alliances and trade are as critical as warfare. The game offers a polished, systemic sandbox that rewards long-term planning and adaptability, making it an essential addition for fans of grand strategy who crave deeper interaction between nations.
Strong in Progression / ReplayabilitySystems Depth / Build VarietyCo-op / MultiplayerExploration / WorldGameplay / MechanicsPolish / PerformanceSimulation / Management
Keep in mind The steep learning curve can overwhelm newcomers to the series, despite its intuitive surface-level mechanics. · Some reviewers note that reused assets in the new content feel low-effort compared to the base game's polish.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from store.steampowered.com, metacritic.com, commonsensemedia.org, gamefaqs.gamespot.com, gamegrin.com, armchairgeneral.com.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mac | Worldwide | Full release | Jul 09, 201313 years ago |
| Linux | Worldwide | Full release | Jul 11, 201313 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Jul 11, 201313 years ago |
