This might seem like an odd request/question, but does anyone know of a standalone map/scenario editor for SMAC/X? I realize there's one built into the game, but god damn does it suck elephantitis ...

So Civ IV has a repeat of Civ 3's "culture" feature -- which SMAC (Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri) lacked -- and now some well-developed cities can produce a "great person" (but SMAC even has a rough ...

Legendary designer Sid Meier presents the next evolution in strategy games, with the most addictive, compelling gameplay yet. Explore the alien planet that is your new home and uncover its myriad ...

This is better than any of the Civ games, IMO. The only turn-based strategy on PC that competes with it is Master of Orion 2.