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Modern definition

In modern-day usage, 4X games are different from other strategy games^[4][1][2] such as Command & Conquer^[1][5] by their greater complexity and scale,^[3] and their complex use of diplomacy.^[4]

Reviewers have also said that 4X games feature a range of diplomatic options,^[6][7][8][9] and that they are well known for their large detailed empires and complex gameplay.^[8][10] In particular, 4X games offer detailed control over an empire's economy, while other computer strategy games simplify this in favor of combat-focused gameplay.^[3]

References

1. Ocampo, Jason (2008-02-13). "Sins of a Solar Empire for PC Review – GameSpot". GameSpot. Archived from the original on 2013-01-10. Retrieved 2014-05-05.
2. GameDaily Staff (2008-02-05). "Sins of a Solar Empire Review (PC)". Archived from the original on 24 June 2008. Retrieved 2008-07-31.
3. GFW Staff (2007-02-20). "Previews: Sins of a Solar Empire". 1UP.com. Archived from the original on 2013-01-01. Retrieved 2008-07-26.
4. Molloy, Sean. "Sins of a Solar Empire Preview". 1UP.com. Archived from the original on 2013-01-01. Retrieved 2008-06-23.
5. Ocampo, Jason (2008-02-13). "Sins of a Solar Empire for PC Review – GameSpot". GameSpot. Archived from the original on 2013-01-10. Retrieved 2014-05-05.
6. "Starships Unlimited: Divided Galaxies". Deaf Gamers. 2000. Archived from the original on 2012-02-05. Retrieved 2014-05-05.
7. YourConscience (2006-12-16). "GalCiv2, SotS, SEV: a 4X Comparison". Tacticular Cancer. Archived from the original on 2008-12-11. Retrieved 2008-07-26.
8. Cavalli, Earnest (2008-03-17). "Review: Sins of a Solar Empire Sinfully Good". Wired. Archived from the original on 2009-05-04. Retrieved 2008-06-23.
9. VanDyk, Dave (2008-02-14). "Sins of a Solar Empire Review". GameShark. Archived from the original on 16 May 2008. Retrieved 2008-06-23.
10. Accardo, Sal (2006). "GameSpy's Game of the Year 2006 6. Galactic Civilizations II: Dread Lords". GameSpy. Archived from the original on 8 April 2008. Retrieved 2008-03-31.