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Populous: The Beginning v1.02

Populous: The Beginning is a real-time strategy god game where you command game where players lead a tribe by reshaping terrain, constructing buildings, and wielding divine powers to overcome rival deities. Guide followers to gather resources, train shamans, and cast spells such as lightning, volcanoes, and meteor strikes to conquer mystical worlds across a single-player campaign.

Role-playing Strategy
Populous: The Beginning
Release Date:
Platform:
Windows (XP, Vista, 7)
Developer:
Bullfrog Productions
Publisher:
Electronic Arts
Can Your PC Run It?

System Requirements

Minimum:
  • System: Windows XP / Vista / 7
  • Processor: 1.8 GHz Processor
  • Memory: 512 MB RAM (1 GB recommended)
  • Graphics: 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended)
  • Storage: 2 GB available space (HDD)
  • Additional Notes: Mouse and keyboard
Instructions

Easy to Download, Install and Play

  1. Click the download button. You can also select a previous version if available.
  2. You’ll be redirected to Vidgazoo. Wait 5 seconds, then directly click the button or copy the link.
    • Make sure you have a supported download client installed (it’s free here) before downloading.
  3. Once the download process reaches 100%, locate the downloaded files.
    • Get ready for installation and make sure you have enough disk space for the game.
  4. To Install DRM-free Populous: The Beginning:
    • Run or double-click setup_populous_the_beginning_********.exe to launch the installer.
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
    • If a DLC folder is included, run any .exe files inside it as well.
  5. Once the installation is complete, launch the game and start playing.

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