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Old November 11, 2001, 14:11   #1
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Civilization Board Game?
What if Firaxis designed and published a Civilization board game? I wonder what it would be like. Of course, the rules would have to be simplified without the computer, but it could be fun if it's given just the right touch.

Anyone got any bright ideas for a Civilization board game? Maybe if we can come up with a good list we can submit it to Firaxis for consideration.

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I would hate to disappoint you, so I will let someone else bring you the bad news
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Old November 11, 2001, 14:45   #3
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I would hate to disappoint you, so I will let someone else bring you the bad news
What bad news?! Don't tell me! You're gonna say that Firaxis doesn't accept submissions for new game ideas. Well, have I got news for you! Click Here then click on "I want to tell Firaxis" and scroll down to "Some suggestions I have for a game."
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no, there is another problem in the basic logic of this thread...
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Old November 11, 2001, 15:03   #5
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no, there is another problem in the basic logic of this thread...
Well, don't just stand there! Tell me something! What is it that's wrong with this thread?

C'mon chicken.
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The thread is alright but...

...but...

...there already is a board game called Civilization.

Published by Avalon Hill in the 80s. It is actually some kind of predecessor of the computer game, though you can't really compare both in the end. Try and get your hands on a PC game called "Advanced Civilization". It is a PC game based on siad board game Civilization.

So if Firaxis tried and created such a board game, the name would have to be different.
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The thread is alright but...

...but...

...there already is a board game called Civilization.

Published by Avalon Hill in the 80s. It is actually some kind of predecessor of the computer game, though you can't really compare both in the end. Try and get your hands on a PC game called "Advanced Civilization". It is a PC game based on siad board game Civilization.

So if Firaxis tried and created such a board game, the name would have to be different.
Dude, names of products are not protected by copyright. Just as the titles of books, movies, songs, and the like are not protected by copyright. Don't believe me? Then check out this article at the U.S. Copyright Office website.
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pah. you didn't even know such a game is already existing... otherwise you would have made such a comment in your first post.. it is obvious you didn't have an idea

admit
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pah. you didn't even know such a game is already existing... otherwise you would have made such a comment in your first post.. it is obvious you didn't have an idea

admit
oh, i have some ideas, alright. i just want to see what other people have to say first before I go blabbermouthing!
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What about trademarks? I think titles of songs, etc. are protected by trademarks.
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Curiously, I don't think so. I believe you may name a song anything you like, even the same as a pre-existing song. I believe the copyright restriction states that 7 "coincident" notes can be considered an accident, but 8 coincident notes in a row is infringement of copyright.
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There's also consumer protection laws to prevent manufactuers from packaging their products in a manner designed to confuse consumers. You can best your assets that if ol' Zkribbler here came out with a board game called "Monopoly," the lawyers from Parker Bros. would come a knockin' on his door.

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Doesn't Avalon Hill have a game out called "Histpry of the World"?
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Point of fact - Advanced Civilisation is I belive still available for download from the Underdogs - it's a good game, try it. Also, Civilisation the board game is still being published. I can buy it in a shop near me for £22
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