Alpha Centauri's Philosophy in SMAC 4X Game π
Exploring the philosophy behind the 1999 strategy game SMAC (Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri) and its impact on gameplay and ideas.

CairnBuilder
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In this video I discuss the 1999 strategy 4X game, SMAC or Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri and my thoughts on the philosophy of the game
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#history #gameplay #games #strategygames #strategy #civilization #civ #civ6 #civ7 #alphacentauri #smac #alien #alpha #centauri #hegelianism #hegel #dialectic #philosophy #videoessay #philosophy #4x #wiki #idealism #classic #retro #retrogaming #letsplay #ideology #politics #factions #overview #firaxis
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May 30, 2025
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