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Why does Civilization consume our nights, our attention, and our ambition? Because beneath its friendly turn-based surface lies one of the most brilliant systems-design achievements in gaming history. In Just... One... More... Turn...: The Genius of Civilization, Francois Lhouryel dissects the franchise through the lenses of psychology, history, game theory, and human motivation. This book reveals: - Why the ""one more turn"" loop is a masterclass in compulsion design - How Civilization models culture, science, warfare, diplomacy, and empire - The hidden assumptions embedded in its tech trees and victory conditions - What the franchise teaches us about progress-and the cost of progress - Why strategy gamers willingly lose entire weekends to incremental decisions Whether you're a veteran emperor or a newcomer still building your first granary, this is the definitive exploration of why Civilization remains the most influential 4X strategy game ever made.

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