GameSpot - Review by Trent C. Ward, [9.2]. "The design team at Microprose has managed to add a score of new play elements that help the aging strategy classic evolve - without sacrificing the game's addictive qualities." - http://www.gamespot.com/pc/strategy/civilization2/review.html
Leisure Guide review - Apollo Civilization - Reviewed by Mike DeWolfe, score 75 %. "If you liked its predecessor, Civilization II is up your alley." - http://apolloguide.com/soft_revtemp.asp?cid=603