Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword vs Sid Meier's Civilization® IV
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword wins 9 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Sid Meier's Civilization® IV is R$2.70 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword | Sid Meier's Civilization® IV |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 70 | 77 |
| Quality | 93 | 94 |
| Value | 60 | 78 |
| Popularity | 30 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 9.49 | R$ 6.79 |
| Steam Review Score | 96.6% positive | 92.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1.4K | 598 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword
Sid Meier's Civilization® IV
Side by side over time
Civilization IV: Beyond the SwordSid Meier's Civilization® IV
Details and requirements
| Item | Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword | Sid Meier's Civilization® IV |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 24, 2007 | October 25, 2006 |
| Developers | Firaxis Games | Firaxis Games |
| Publishers | 2K | 2K |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword or Sid Meier's Civilization® IV?
Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword won the comparison against Sid Meier's Civilization® IV based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword worth buying over Sid Meier's Civilization® IV?
Based on the metrics, Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Sid Meier's Civilization® IV currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 11:41 AM UTC