Not surprisingly, the strategy portion of Black & White is a lot like Populous, only in an entirely 3D world. Like Populous, you play as a god who's trying to convert as many followers as possible. There are eight different tribes in Black & White: Aztec, Celtic, Egyptian, Greek, Indian, Japanese, Norse, and Tibetan. Influencing the tribes to join your side will afford you different miracles specific to that tribe. For example, the Celts specialize in natural and healing powers, while the Aztecs offer more offensive, warlike miracles. While you don't have total control over your villagers, you can suggest roles to them, such as foresters, farmers, breeders, builders, and pure worshippers. The more villagers who believe in you, the more miracle-casting power you have, but of course the less people you have gathering resources, constructing buildings, and making sweet, sweet love.