] Galactic Civilizations is a single player space based
] strategy game in which you are in control of humanity's
] destiny.
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] The game begins at the dawn of a new age of interstellar
] travel. The humans and 5 alien civilizations are vying
] for control of the galaxy. As leader of United Earth, you
] must research new technologies, build an economy, create
] a powerful military force, all the while carefully
] balancing your political, diplomatic and trade skills.

I can post no better recommendation than the statement that I am going to buy a copy of this game.