Just... One... More... Turn...: The Genius of Civilization

By Laurent Lourhyel

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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0G4GMDTW7
• ISBN13: 9798276557632
• Release Date: November 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"