Civilization II and Vegas Fever High Roller on the Zone

Civilization II and Vegas Fever High Roller on the Zone is the news today, which means another box, download, or retail shelf just got busier.

Microsoft is behind the announcement. Microsoft today announced that Civilization II: The Test of Time, from MicroProse; and Vegas Fever High Roller Edition, from Encore Software, are now available for free multiplayer matchmaking on the MSN Gaming Zone.

With fantasy and science fiction settings, Civilization II: Test of Time offers challenges that even the most ingenious diplomat or ruthless dictator could hope to face. Players are challenged to build their civilization from primeval beginnings to reaching the stars in this test of time.

available for free multiplayer matchmaking on the MSN Gaming Zone. With fantasy and science fiction settings, Civilization II: Test of Time offers challenges that even the most ingenious diplomat or ruthless dictator could hope to face. Players are challenged to build their civilization from primeval beginnings to reaching the stars in this test of time. Gamers can drive their people to success and then surround them in the luxury and glories of the empire they have built. Or, rule with singular will and dominance. Now with expanded multiplayer opportunities, Civilization II: Test of Time is the definitive challenge for any player who dares to dream of carving out their own empire.

PC hardware is moving stupid fast right now, and this is one more part of that arms race.