You start off as a dark-skinned and primitive settler tens of thousands of years ago, and you establish a civilization that slowly grows more advanced, its citizens skin tones growing paler in the process. A predisposition towards evolutionism and its requisite millions/billions of years is very obvious in "Civ 2", as it unfortunately is for most other titles.
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I've enjoyed this challenging and thought-provoking game since 1995, and I am an avid computer gamer with a collection of hundreds of software titles, but I do have a few reservations concerning the philosophy behind this and many other commercial/secular games.
Religious improvements and advancements are meant to reflect their historical relation to the state, and are fairly accurate, if simplistic. These sorts of advancements conceptually arise from the exchange of ideas (trade > research > advancement), not guys in lab coats performing experiments. Concerning the role of the church in the game: “Discovering” Monotheism makes as much sense as “discovering” Mysticism or Nationalism or Communism or any other ism. However, an empire-building game that attempted to simulate the moral element of governing rather than strategic element would encounter numerous obstacles, and sadly wouldn't result in an accurate recreation of history. This philosophy is obviously incompatible with Christianity and, if we are to judge the game from a moral standpoint, is the most egregious offense. The entire game is in fact assembled on a Machiavellian chasis - everything (not just religion, but also art, science, and human life itself) is reduced to a tool of the state. It is interesting (or perhaps scary) that the only person to point out the Machiavellian nature of the game as morally unacceptable was a non-Christian. Positive-A couple of notes on the discussion that has developed in the user comments section of this review. We must accept this as so when we purchase it, and expect the content to reflect. Christians may say that is a problem in itself, however we must then realize that THIS IS A SECULAR GAME. Therefore the game does not point to any of these nor any other “single God” religion as a tool. Look at the world around you! Monotheism IS used as a tool, by governments and citizens alike! Also, there is no direct reference to Christianity in the game nor to Islam, nor to Judaism.
However, we as Christians should use this and other examples as a wake-up call. It IS unfortunate that the game uses monotheism as a tool. The gameplay IS wonderful, and though monotheism is misrepresented from the Christian view, I don't believe the game deserves any less of a rating than it received.
Saying that, I greatly appreciate the original review of this game. Positive-I find it unfortunate that so many who share my belief in Christ often keep their minds closed and cut off from the reality of our world. The best thing about the game may be that your knowledge of ancient cultures and their history may significantly advance. The game does promote hard work, determination, and compassion. Some Christians may be concerned by the Wonders of the World, as some are shrines for gods, although there is no practice shown of worshiping gods. There are some battle scenes, but no blood or violence is shown. As you proceed, you develop new technologies which can lead to better warriors, advanced city improvements, and happier people.įrom a Christian perspective the game is slightly offensive. Create fierce warriors to uncover hidden lands, explore new territories, and rage wars against other civilizations to expand your empire. Build Wonders of the World so that other civilizations can gaze in wonder at your works. You must keep your people happy, so you must make city improvements (like theaters) where they can laugh at the parodies and tragedies of life. You can develop new technologies and create your own government. You start the game with one settler, build your first city, and watch your empire grow. Become mighty Ceasar and lead the Romans into a new era in the 21st century! That's right take grasp of a civilization of your choice and lead them boldly into the future. What if you had the power to change the course of history? What would you do with such power? In "Civilization II: Multiplayer Gold Edition" you can take control of a civilization, its politics, wars, diplomacy, and technology. System Requirements: 60 MHz,16 MB RAM, 2x CD-Rom, 256-color 640x480 CIVILIZATION II: MULTIPLAYER GOLD EDITION
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