2K Games announced today it will publish Sid Meier’s Civilization Revolution, the first next-generation game designed by Sid Meier. The game’s not just for next-gen systems, though; it’s also coming to handheld systems.
Slated for a spring 2008 release, Civilization Revolution will feature a new “accessible” and action-packed world specifically designed for the console and handheld gamer. In addition to the single-player campaigns for which the Civilization franchise is know, it will also feature real-time interaction with leaders and advisors, extensive multiplayer capabilities and integrated video and voice chat.
More details, from 2K: “Some of the key features that will resonate with fans of strategy games and the Civilization franchise include 16 civilizations to master and lead to victory, an array of famous historical leaders to play as or compete against, and accessible maps and streamlined time scale for quicker games, intense combat, and constant action. In online multiplayer mode, players will compete for world conquest and glory among their peers as they battle in teams, head-to-head or epic free-for-all matches.
“In addition, auto-matching, ranked games, leaderboards, achievements, downloadable extra content and integrated video and voice chat make the online play more versatile and fun than any previous version of Civilization and will allow players to see where they stand against the competition. Finally, the position of ruler of the world can be settled online.”