Why be a king when you can be a god?

That line sounds powerful, but it misses the point of the game. A king has rivals and allies. He engages with his kingdom, facing real challenges and tangible struggles. It’s a position of active, earned power.

A god, on the other hand, is often seen as being above it all. They are isolated by their own omnipotence, with no one to truly relate to. Being a king means you're still a player in the world. Being a god means you're just watching from the clouds. The struggle is far more interesting than the victory screen.