description Imperialism Overview
Imperialism is a turn-based strategy game released in 1997 where players control a 19th-century nation striving for global dominance through either military conquest or diplomatic influence. Developed by Frog City Software and published by Strategic Simulations, the game features a progression system towards world rule. It was succeeded by the sequel, Imperialism II: Age of Exploration.
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info Imperialism Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1997 |
help Imperialism FAQ
Was there a sequel to the game Imperialism?
Yes, Imperialism II: The Age of Exploration was released in 1999, also developed by Frog City Software and published by Strategic Simulations (SSI). The sequel shifted the setting to the Age of Discovery and the colonization of the New World.
How does Imperialism (1997) differ from Sid Meier's Civilization?
While both are turn-based strategy games, Imperialism focuses specifically on the 19th century with deeper economic systems for resource management, transportation networks, and diplomatic trade. Civilization spans all of human history, whereas Imperialism concentrates on industrial-era nation-building.
Can you still play Imperialism on modern PCs?
Imperialism was designed for Windows 95 and 98, so running it on modern operating systems typically requires compatibility mode adjustments or virtual machine emulation. Some players in the retro strategy community share tips for getting it running on current hardware.
Who developed and published Imperialism?
The game was developed by Frog City Software and published by Strategic Simulations, Inc. (SSI), a company well known for its computer wargames and strategy titles in the 1980s and 1990s.
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