The game requires you to think strategically, plan ahead, and make tough decisions.
It's fun to see how the outcome of your choices play out later as your civilization develops. I wish more games outside the strategy-genre played around with this concept. It's great to hear that the franchise has been refreshed with the addition of new game mechanics. Sounds addictive!
Yes, the "your choice matters" games are few and far between.
It is! :)