


In the hands of a skilled player, these civs can easily compete with S-Tier. These civs are more situational but still provide a clear route to victory with at least one highly differentiating and unique feature. In this tiered list, we break down the unique leader abilities ULAunique units UUunique buildings UBand unique improvements UI from each one to help you determine the best world leader for your style and strategy. Some civs are better than others, and understanding the ins and outs of each can swing any game in your favor.

Civ 5 is a complicated game with hundreds of different variables, but that doesn't mean you need to pick your nation blindly when setting up a game.
