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The New World lies before you with all its peril, promise and infinite possibility. Your colonists anxiously follow you to shore. The treasures of an entire continent await you.

2014AdventureSimulation6.99 USDWindows · macOS · Linuxby MicroProse Software, Inc
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Frequently asked about Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic)

Does Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) work on Steam Deck?
Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
How much does Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) cost?
Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) is listed on Steam at 6.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic)?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) are Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization, Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword, Oriental Empires.
Who developed Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic)?
Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) was developed by MicroProse Software, Inc and published by Atari, Nightdive Studios.

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