Absolutely loved this series, but never acclimated to the 3D maps they switched to after Civ 3.
You couldn't see as much of the world at once, and units and terrain became more difficult to discern.
I wound up playing in the strategic overlay, with mods that relieved some of the claustrophobia, but it never felt as slick as the earlier 2D / isomorphic view.
Other classic strategy games from that era followed the trend, favoring to showcase gorgeously detailed models enabled by their new 3D engines, over equipping you with a clever and efficient UI to conquer the world.
Anyone care to recommend a favorite turn-based strategy game with a pleasant interface which you think I might enjoy?
You couldn't see as much of the world at once, and units and terrain became more difficult to discern.
I wound up playing in the strategic overlay, with mods that relieved some of the claustrophobia, but it never felt as slick as the earlier 2D / isomorphic view.
Other classic strategy games from that era followed the trend, favoring to showcase gorgeously detailed models enabled by their new 3D engines, over equipping you with a clever and efficient UI to conquer the world.
Anyone care to recommend a favorite turn-based strategy game with a pleasant interface which you think I might enjoy?