After the first wave of great colony ships departed Earth, the jubilation of humanity was short-lived. Those left behind fell into a violent struggle over the quickly-diminishing resources on their barren home world. From this tumultuous time, four new factions arose. These newcomers were grounded not in the idealism of their predecessors, but on opportunism, resilience, ruthlessness, and above all a commitment to their own survival. Now, many decades after their first landfall on a new planet, the proud survivors of the first expeditions beyond Earth look up to see the skies darkened by a new breed of pioneers. Beyond Earth extended the Civilization franchise from its historical setting into the possible futures of science fiction. Rising Tide extends Beyond Earth to new frontiers on the planet's surface and beneath its seas, adding even more choices and diplomatic options as you continue to build "just one more turn" toward a new vision for the future of humanity.This item cannot be returned or refunded, please visit Best Buy Return Policy to learn more.
Q: How does Rising Tide expand upon the gameplay of Beyond Earth?
A: Rising Tide expands upon the gameplay of Beyond Earth by extending it to new frontiers on the planet's surface and beneath its seas, adding even more choices and diplomatic options.
Q: Does Rising Tide include any new gameplay mechanics?
A: Rising Tide introduces new frontiers on the planet's surface and beneath its seas, adding even more choices and diplomatic options to the gameplay.
Q: What are the new factions introduced in Rising Tide?
A: Four new factions were introduced in Rising Tide, grounded in opportunism, resilience, ruthlessness, and a commitment to their own survival.
Q: What are the diplomatic options available in Rising Tide?
A: Rising Tide expands upon the diplomatic options available to players in Civilization: Beyond Earth as they establish themselves on a new planet.
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After the first wave of great colony ships departed Earth, the jubilation of humanity was short-lived. Those left behind fell into a violent struggle over the quickly-diminishing resources on their barren home world. From this tumultuous time, four new factions arose. These newcomers were grounded not in the idealism of their predecessors, but on opportunism, resilience, ruthlessness, and above all a commitment to their own survival. Now, many decades after their first landfall on a new planet, the proud survivors of the first expeditions beyond Earth look up to see the skies darkened by a new breed of pioneers. Beyond Earth extended the Civilization franchise from its historical setting into the possible futures of science fiction. Rising Tide extends Beyond Earth to new frontiers on the planet's surface and beneath its seas, adding even more choices and diplomatic options as you continue to build "just one more turn" toward a new vision for the future of humanity.This item cannot be returned or refunded, please visit to learn more.
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