--- product_id: 182411 title: "Sid Meier's Civilization V: Gold Edition" brand: "2k" price: "NZ$57" currency: NZD in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 category: "2 K" url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/182411-sid-meiers-civilization-v-gold-edition store_origin: NZ region: New Zealand --- # Revamped gameplay & AI Tactical, faster battle system Hex-based movement & city growth Sid Meier's Civilization V: Gold Edition **Brand:** 2k **Price:** NZ$57 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌍 Build Empires, Break Limits, Beat Time! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Sid Meier's Civilization V: Gold Edition by 2k - **How much does it cost?** NZ$57 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/182411-sid-meiers-civilization-v-gold-edition) ## Best For - 2k enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted 2k brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Dynamic Combat:** Engage in faster, tactical battles where city defenses and strategy trump sheer numbers. - • **Community & Mods:** Join a vibrant online community with built-in tools for fan-made mods and endless gameplay variety. - • **Next-Level Strategy:** Experience Civilization’s biggest overhaul with smarter AI and stunning graphics that redefine your empire-building journey. - • **Seamless Navigation:** Hex-based movement and naturally expanding city borders create a more immersive and intuitive game world. - • **Addictive Replayability:** Once you start, 'just one more turn' becomes your new mantra—perfect for the driven strategist in you. ## Overview Sid Meier's Civilization V: Gold Edition delivers the most significant update in the series with enhanced graphics, smarter AI, and a revamped interface featuring hex-based movement and natural city growth. Its innovative battle system emphasizes tactical combat over brute force, while integrated online multiplayer and mod support offer endless strategic possibilities. Ideal for professionals craving deep, engaging gameplay that fits their competitive edge. ## Description Biggest revamp in Civilization's history improves everything from graphics to artificial intelligence, with a game that's easier to play than ever Major interface changes make a more believable game world and easier game to navigate, with hex-based movement and naturally growing city borders All-new battle system makes combat quicker and more tactical than ever before. Cities can now attack units directly and weight of numbers is no longer guarantee of victory Compete and co-operate with other fans online and take advantage of the in-built tools to enable fan made mods and game-changing extras Review: Great game! - I see no reason for hating this game, especially if you went ahead and got yourself the Gold Edition. Civ 5 is just as addicting as all of the other Civ games, even if they changed a few parts of it here and there. The developers have fixed all of the important mistakes that were made in vanilla. I fully recommend buying this game! Disclaimer: Do not buy this game if you happen to like sleep. If you don't mind only getting three hours of sleep every night due to "Civilization-just-one-more-turnitis", then by all means, get it. Review: I vehemently resent being forced to use "Steam" - I've have played every version of "Sid Meyer`s Civilization" that has been released and have enjoyed them all, some more than others. Still, this is the first time I have found something in one that I dislike so much that I felt the need to say something about it. I only received my copy of "Civilization V: Gold Edition a few days ago, so I haven't played through a complete game at this point, but so far the game is OK, not as good as earlier versions but still enjoyable. But like some others, I vehemently resent being forced to create a "steam" acct., and then install "Steam" on my system in order to play the game "off-line". If it where only required to be installed to play on-line I wouldn't have a problem. Those were bad enough, but too also have to put up with their advertisements popping up on my screen every time I start the game is too much. I paid for a license to play the game, not for ads. Yes I tried to find a way to install it without "steam" but failed. And if you shut-down "Steam" before or after you start the game it shuts the game down. If the input of a customer means anything to "Sid Meyer or 2K Games", if you make a "Civilization VI", please don't make "steam" a requirement for its enjoyment, at least not "Off-Line". Update (3 Apr 2014): Upgraded my OS to Windows 7 64bit, but will not be re-installing Civilization V. I'd send it back but I took too long to decide not to use it. If they put out a "Civilization V Complete" version later that doesn't require "Stem" to install I will buy that one, if not I will not be playing this game. ## Features - Biggest revamp in Civilization's history improves everything from graphics to artificial intelligence, with a game that's easier to play than ever - Major interface changes make a more believable game world and easier game to navigate, with hex-based movement and naturally growing city borders - All-new battle system makes combat quicker and more tactical than ever before. Cities can now attack units directly and weight of numbers is no longer guarantee of victory ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00AZGC3VI | | Best Sellers Rank | #49,887 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #12 in Linux Games #1,669 in PC-compatible Games | | Computer Platform | PC | | Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (117) | | Date First Available | January 9, 2013 | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00710425412523 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 0.8 ounces | | Item model number | 41252 | | Manufacturer | 2K | | Product Dimensions | 5.25 x 7.5 x 1.25 inches; 0.8 ounces | | Publication Date | February 19, 2013 | | Rated | Everyone 10+ | | Release date | February 19, 2013 | | Type of item | Video Game | | UPC | 710425412523 | ## Images ![Sid Meier's Civilization V: Gold Edition - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81mWVSe615L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great game! *by T***M on June 19, 2013* I see no reason for hating this game, especially if you went ahead and got yourself the Gold Edition. Civ 5 is just as addicting as all of the other Civ games, even if they changed a few parts of it here and there. The developers have fixed all of the important mistakes that were made in vanilla. I fully recommend buying this game! Disclaimer: Do not buy this game if you happen to like sleep. If you don't mind only getting three hours of sleep every night due to "Civilization-just-one-more-turnitis", then by all means, get it. ### ⭐⭐⭐ I vehemently resent being forced to use "Steam" *by S***R on January 10, 2014* I've have played every version of "Sid Meyer`s Civilization" that has been released and have enjoyed them all, some more than others. Still, this is the first time I have found something in one that I dislike so much that I felt the need to say something about it. I only received my copy of "Civilization V: Gold Edition a few days ago, so I haven't played through a complete game at this point, but so far the game is OK, not as good as earlier versions but still enjoyable. But like some others, I vehemently resent being forced to create a "steam" acct., and then install "Steam" on my system in order to play the game "off-line". If it where only required to be installed to play on-line I wouldn't have a problem. Those were bad enough, but too also have to put up with their advertisements popping up on my screen every time I start the game is too much. I paid for a license to play the game, not for ads. Yes I tried to find a way to install it without "steam" but failed. And if you shut-down "Steam" before or after you start the game it shuts the game down. If the input of a customer means anything to "Sid Meyer or 2K Games", if you make a "Civilization VI", please don't make "steam" a requirement for its enjoyment, at least not "Off-Line". Update (3 Apr 2014): Upgraded my OS to Windows 7 64bit, but will not be re-installing Civilization V. I'd send it back but I took too long to decide not to use it. If they put out a "Civilization V Complete" version later that doesn't require "Stem" to install I will buy that one, if not I will not be playing this game. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This game is amazing!! *by A***R on August 27, 2016* This game is amazing!!! Definitely worth the buy. Since I ordered this game I have over 200 hours played both solo and with my friends. Multiplayer is the best part of this game because it takes high-level strategy to outmaneuver other people. When playing against computers, it is much easier unless you decide to set the game on the highest difficulty. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.nz/products/182411-sid-meiers-civilization-v-gold-edition](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/182411-sid-meiers-civilization-v-gold-edition) --- *Product available on Desertcart New Zealand* *Store origin: NZ* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*