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• Galactic Civilizations. "Galactic Civilizations' strong AI, robust diplomacy, and variety of strategic options make it an outstanding turn-based strategy game. 8.4/10" - Gamespot

Galactic Civilizations is a turn-based strategy game set in space at the dawn of the 23rd century, where you become the leader of the human civilization. The galaxy has six major civilizations and the race is on to colonise, conquer and dominate the galaxy using whatever means necessary. Players can use military, technological, economic or political might to become a major power in the galaxy and must also research new technologies, colonize and defend planets, construct Space Stations, initiate social improvements, build a fleet, fight wars, win elections and gain influence in the United Planets Security council.

Developer: Stardock Released: 2003

• Giants: Citizen Kabuto 'The truly unique premise, coupled with stunning graphics and exciting gameplay, makes Giants: Citizen Kabuto one of the best action games in years. 9/10!' - Gamespot

Giants is an intense action shooter game that also builds in resource and base-building elements used in strategy games. On a distant planetoid covered with lush vegetation and turquoise seas, three powerful forces are about to collide in a visually-rich, fast-paced game. You play as one of three species. The main thrust of this game is combat, and each class has an array of interesting weapons. The Meccs employ a destructive array of high-tech armaments; the Sea Reapers call upon magical powers and their priestess, Delphi, who wields a lethal sword, quiver of bows and casts deadly spells; while the giant Kabuto uses his massive body weight, wrestling moves and a handy adrenaline boost.

Released: 2000

Suggested system requirements: 1 GHz, 256MB RAM, 16MB graphics card.

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