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  • There are a bunch of things you can do with your turn in a game of Civilization, but none so important as researching.

  • The two main research trees are Technology and Civics.

  • Each tree unlocks bonuses that will strengthen your Civilization in different ways.

  • Depending on which Tech or Civic you research, you'll set your Civ on a different path to victory, but we'll cover those next time.

  • Movement reveals unknown areas of the map, or as we like to call it, thefog of war.”

  • With the fog of war removed, you can uncover hidden resources and discover natural wonders.

  • Huh, who knew Yosemite was in the middle of Africa?

  • If you're unsure what to do early on, send out a Scout and have him start exploring.

  • You never know what, or who, you might find.

  • Think Alexander the Great got the nickname because his empire was small?

  • To grow your Civ, you need to build.

  • That means new buildings, new units, and new city districts.

  • Districts allow you to build more specialized buildings and improve certain parts of your Civ.

  • Want to control the high seas? You'll need a Harbor.

  • Military lagging behind? Better build an Encampment to make better units.

  • The world is a dangerous, barbarian-infested place, and securing your Civ's victory sometimes requires a less subtle approach.

  • So ifan eye for an eyeis your motto, attacking enemies strategically is critical to your success.

  • But, if the fist has failed then why not try a shoulder rub?

  • Use diplomacy, or shmooze your neighboring Civs to get yourself a trading partner.

  • Not everyone will like you right away, so get to know the other Leaders and their unique agendas.

  • This'll help you figure out the best way to win them overor topple them over.

  • But how exactly, do you win? Join me next time to learn all about sweet, sweet victory.

  • NOVEMBER 16, 2018

There are a bunch of things you can do with your turn in a game of Civilization, but none so important as researching.

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