The Game Design Round Table

#14: 4X Games & Civilization. With Soren Johnson

Feb 14, 2013
Soren Johnson, the brilliant designer behind Civilization IV, joins the hosts to dive deep into the world of 4X games. They discuss the allure of historical versus space-themed 4X titles and share personal anecdotes about the Civilization series. Key insights include the importance of player agency and the intricacies of turn-based versus real-time strategies. The conversation also touches on persistent endgame issues and inventive solutions to enrich late-game experiences. Finally, they explore the unique challenges of bringing 4X gaming to mobile platforms.
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