The Settlers IV

The Settlers IV (2001)

by Blue Byte Software
Genres:Strategy, Simulator
Themes:Historical, 4X (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate)
Game modes:Single player, Multiplayer
Story:The Romans, the Mayans, the Vikings, and the Trojans are the four industrious little races you'll be settling with. The seamless zoom function allows you to take a close-up peek as your settlers go about their daily business, or to zoom out for a bird's-eye view of how your very own empire is coming along. Put your settling skills to the test as you gather resources, establish and manage trade routes, manufacture goods, or wage war. It's up to you to lead your tiny settlers to victory! Are you up to the task?Show more
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