'Civilization World' launches on Facebook

Sid Meier's Civilization World has launched on Facebook courtesy of 2K Games.

Civilization World takes the gameplay of the Civilization series to Facebook as players forge alliances with their friends and build civilizations from the dark ages to the space age.

"With over ten million units sold worldwide, Sid Meier's Civilization is world renowned as one of the greatest strategy game franchises," said 2K president Christoph Hartmann.

"We're excited to bring this fun and social game to people on Facebook, enabling fans of the series to play Civilization World from almost anywhere in the world; while offering newcomers a chance to enjoy this addictive strategy gameplay that has fascinated gamers for two decades."

The game was developed by Firaxis, the same developer responsible for last year's highly acclaimed Sid Meier's Civilization V.

"Our team set out to create an exciting Civilization game for Facebook where for the first time, players can join with their friends to build a powerful empire and rule the world," said Sid Meier.

"Civilization World is a fun and engaging game that both fans of the series and fans of Facebook games will find immediately addictive."

Sid Meier's Civilization World is available free-to-play through Facebook now.

Watch a trailer for Sid Meier's Civilization World below: