Sid Meier's Civilization IV — Genres, rating & game data
A grand strategy 4X game where you build civilizations through the ages.
Sid Meier's Civilization IV is a simulation game developed by Firaxis, 2006. It stands out for a fantasy setting. Available in single-player and multiplayer mode. With an iRank Score of 90/100, it ranks as an exceptional title in our catalog.
About Sid Meier's Civilization IV
Civilization IV lets you guide a nation from ancient times to the modern era. Manage economies, conduct diplomacy, and wage tactical warfare. Choose your path to victory through military, cultural, or scientific dominance.
How Sid Meier's Civilization IV was received
Critics score it 95/100 on IGDB (3), reflecting acclaim.
Players
- IGDB community302 reviews85/100
Critics
- IGDB3 reviews95/100
Aggregated from public ratings on Steam, IGDB, Metacritic and OpenCritic. iRankGames does not host its own reviews.
iRank Score
90/100 ↗Type
Simulation, Turn-Based Strategy
Released
2006
Updated May 2026
Developer
Firaxis
Publisher: 2K Games
Platforms
PC
Official trailer for Sid Meier's Civilization IV
Screenshots of Sid Meier's Civilization IV
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