What is it that makes a game into a cheap alternative to cocaine? I think the answer is a heck of a lot of numbers, bars, and milestones, and a big shiny button that makes them all happen. So here's another one of my WORLD FAMOUS backseat game design rants! Joy!
Next time you're playing a game that you're finding fun and engaging, note how many different progression indicators you're working at once to see if its using the Civ formula.
Also, as mentioned at the end, if you're big into mods like I am, you can recommend a mod for an official CA mod award using this link:
https://t.co/NDC6h4yGRS
Note that although it tries to make you nominate something in every category, you can just write 'blank' to skip them and just to the category you have in mind.
