Existed from 3500–1800 BCE, this was one of the earliest civilizations in the Americas, known for its large-scale architecture and early urban centers.
4
Indus Valley Civilization
Flourished between 3300–1300 BCE, it featured advanced urban planning, sophisticated drainage systems, and early script development.
8
Ancient Egypt
Existed from 3100–332 BCE, famous for its pyramids, hieroglyphic writing, early medical advancements, and strong centralized government.
16
Sumerians
Thrived between 3000–2000 BCE, credited with inventing the first known writing system (cuneiform) and establishing the first true cities.
32
Babylonian Empire
Existed from 1894–539 BCE, known for the Code of Hammurabi, one of the earliest legal codes, and contributions to astronomy and mathematics.
64
Minoan Civilization
Flourished between 2700–1100 BCE, known for its advanced maritime trade, palace complexes, and the mysterious Linear A script.
128
Hittite Empire
Existed from 1600–1178 BCE, early adopters of iron weapons and chariots, known for their legal systems and treaties.
256
Assyrian Empire
Lasted from 2500–609 BCE, famous for military innovations, brutal warfare tactics, and the establishment of one of the first libraries in Nineveh.
512
Persian Empire
Existed from 550–330 BCE, notable for its vast road networks, the first postal system, and policies of religious and cultural tolerance.
1024
Ancient Greece
Flourished from 1200–146 BCE, known for philosophy, democracy, the Olympics, and foundational contributions to science and arts.
2048
Roman Empire
Existed from 27 BCE – 476 CE, renowned for engineering feats, legal systems, military strategy, and its long-lasting influence on Western civilization.
Extended Tile Progression for Ancient Civilizations 2048
After reaching the **2048 tile**, you can continue unlocking more historical civilizations.
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Civilization
Key Contributions
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Maurya Empire
Existed from 321–185 BCE, it was the first empire to unify India under a centralized rule. Emperor Ashoka’s reforms promoted Buddhism, non-violence, and administrative efficiency.
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Han Dynasty
Ruled from 206 BCE – 220 CE, it facilitated the Silk Road trade, expanded China's influence, and saw major innovations, including the invention of paper.
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Maya Civilization
Flourished between 2000 BCE – 1500 CE, known for its advanced astronomy, complex calendar systems, and impressive pyramid architecture.
32768
Byzantine Empire
Lasted from 330–1453 CE, preserving Roman law, Greek culture, and Christian traditions while influencing medieval Europe and the Islamic world.
65536
Mongol Empire
Existed from 1206–1368 CE, becoming the largest contiguous empire in history, fostering trade expansion, cultural exchange, and military innovations.