When settling cities, look for mountainous locations and jungles so campuses yield as much science as possible. Unlocked after researching the Writing technology, campuses gain +1 science for every adjacent mountain, +1 for every 2 rain-forest tiles and districts, and +2 for adjacent geothermal fissures and coral reef. Campus districts are the primary method of increasing a civilization’s science yield. Building up enough science per turn is important for reaching these necessary techs as soon as possible. Science is used to research new technologies, and all of the techs required to launch a rocket to Mars are very far along in the tech tree. The most important aspect of a Science Victory in Civilization 6 is to generate as much Science as possible. Related: Civilization 6: Best Leaders for New Players (& How to Use Them)

Important Note: This guide will include aspects from all of Civilization 6’s expansions, not just those in the base game. Below are tips and tricks for extending the reach of the player's civilization beyond the stars. There are many steps towards reaching this goal that players must consider, from where they should settle cities to where they should invest their resources. Science victories are one possible way to win a game of Civilization 6, accomplished by launching a colony to Mars.

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