Civilization 5: Brave New World launch trailer released early

While the new expansion pack for Civilization 5, dubbed Brave New World, is still almost two weeks away from launch, publisher 2K Games has already released the launch trailer for the expansion pack. While it doesn't show any gameplay, the trailer does give a basic idea of what the expansion pack will be about—making the later eras of a Civ 5 game more fun. Check out the trailer:

The Brave New World expansion pack was announced back in March. It is set for release some time this summer. The expansion will add nine new civilisations to the game and each one of them will have new unique units and buildings. The new civilisations will be led by new leaders, for example, Casimir III of Poland.

The expansion also has a new victory condition for those who prefer winning their games with culture. You can use Great Artists, Writers and Musicians to create masterpieces, which will in turn let you gain influence over the other civilisations. The first civilisation to gain a majority of influence over all other civilisations will win.

I fear the day Brave New World comes out; I'll end up losing entire nights to the game again

It will feature a World Congress. The World Congress essentially votes on issues like trade sanctions against rogue nations. You will be able to influence resolutions that could potentially change the game. "A new lead into the Diplomatic Victory ensures that the end of the game will be more dynamic than ever before," according to Firaxis.

There's also new International Trade Routes, new wonders and two new scenarios—War Between the States and Scramble for Africa.

Civilization 5: Brave New World is available for pre-order on Steam at a discounted price of $26.99 (Rs 1,600 approx). After launch, the price will go up to $29.99 (Rs 1,785 approx).