

Read seller information carefully, because some are CD-ROMs and some are 3.5" floppy disks. If you're on a Mac or using Linux, the best thing might be to get the DOS version and use DOSBox. The DOS version works on newer platforms with DOSBox (check out the downloads section). If you're looking for a physichal copy of the game, see below. Works on Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7 (32 & 64 bit). Good Old Games offers a downloadable version of Sid Meier's Colonization for $2.99. The idea was to install colonize in Mac OS X 10.4 and run it by DOSbox according the info shown: Reply with quote Edit/Delete this post Delete this post Re: The link you added works but. There's a thread here about installing Windows 3.1 under DosBox, if you happen to have a copy lying around. colonize is A WINDOWS PROGRAM (as the message clearly states).so run it under Windows, not Dos. mpscopy is a utility MicroProse used to copy files (probably for the installers). I think ALL the messages are self explanatory: Reply with quote Re: The link you added works but. Note: 3 years ago, with WinXP, only MPScopy.exe worked with moslowĭosBox Mps.jpg (456.08kB) - Downloaded 10 Time(s) With its Colonization and Beyond the Sword add-ons and multiplayer, it’s likely that this will remain one of the most popular turn-based games.I've tried to launch Colonize through the 3. In fact, Civilization IV outshines both Civ five and six. You need Windows 2000/XP to run it on PC, but it will also run on Windows 10 with the latest patches. Where can you run this program?Ĭiv 4 has low system requirements. You can also increase the replay value of the game by getting one of the expansion add-ons, which grants additional civs, technology trees, campaigns, and world leaders. The gameplay is very realistic without the seriousness of Civilization 5. You can also compete with friends in multiplayer mode. While you can use war and technology to conquer your enemies, you can also use diplomacy, research, and world wonders to garner your competitors’ admiration and submission. Your race to victory doesn’t need to be violent. As you advance through the different technological ages, you’ll also follow your chosen nation’s unique storyline as you fight for global superiority. You can choose one of 18 different civilizations to start with, each with their own starting skill-trees. However, there are a lot of elements that set this iteration apart from previous and later installments. Released by Firaxis, Sid Meier’s Civilization IV is one of the best turn-based strategy games ever made, even outshining its sequels.Īs the name implies, Civilization IV is the fourth installment in this beloved and well-known Sid Meier’s franchise.
