Sid Meier: More Than Just Civilization
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- #Civilization
- #Memoir
- #Game Design
- Sid Meier's memoir reflects on his journey into game design, from his early days to co-founding Microprose and later Firaxis.
- Known primarily for the Civilization series, Sid Meier also worked on other titles like Railroad Tycoon, Covert Action, and Pirates!, showcasing his versatility.
- The memoir touches on the challenges and successes of game development, including the unintuitive battle probabilities in Civilization and the failure of CPU Bach.
- Sid Meier's approach to game design emphasizes quick iteration and testing ideas, dropping those that don't work to keep games fun and engaging.
- Despite the ups and downs, including the decline of Microprose due to a focus on arcade games, Sid Meier's legacy as a pioneer in the gaming industry is undisputed.