Sid Meier’s Civilization VII, the next chapter in the strategy game franchise, will be released in February 2025 and is now available for pre-order.
2K and Firaxis Games today announced that Sid Meier’s Civilization VII will be released on February 11, 2025. A new chapter in the storied and iconic strategy game franchise that has sold more than 70 million units worldwide, coming to PlayStation 4|5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, and Mac and Linux via Steam.
Sid Meier’s Civilization VII will feature cross-platform play and cross-progression.
Details about Sid Meier’s Civilization VII were shared during gamescom Opening Night Live and the Gameplay Showcase that highlighted the new features. The announcement also introduced Gwendoline Christie (“Game of Thrones,” “Star Wars”) as the game’s new narrator in a captivating live-action trailer.
In Sid Meier’s Civilization VII, players’ strategic choices shape the unique cultural developments of their growing empire. Players assume the role of one of history’s many legendary leaders and control the direction of their history by choosing a new civilization to represent their empire in each age of human advancement.
“We are incredibly excited to take players on a new journey through history in Sid Meier’s Civilization VII. With the introduction of new, revolutionary features such as eras, the ability to choose leaders and civilizations independently to mix up gameplay bonuses, a new, beautiful art style, and much more, Sid Meier’s Civilization VII promises to live up to our claim of being the ultimate historical strategy game.” – So said Ed Beach, Creative Director at Firaxis Games.
“Achieving an empire that endures over time has never felt more immersive. It’s by far the biggest and most ambitious Civilization game we’ve ever created, and we plan to support it for many years to come,” said Dennis Shirk, Executive Producer at Firaxis Games.
Main features
- Building an empire that will last over time. Players lead their empire through specific eras of human history. Each era is its own rich, nuanced journey, with unique playable civilizations, available resources, land to explore, and even entirely unique gameplay systems that provide a deep and historical strategic experience. Players can achieve significant milestones in science, culture, military, and economy in each era to unlock advantages for the next!
- Develop the Empire at the beginning of each age. To build a legacy that will stand the test of time, players must adapt. Forge their own path through history and reshape their empire at the start of each age, choosing from a pool of new age-relevant options for their civilization based on previous gameplay achievements. Empire development unlocks new gameplay bonuses and unique units to keep the civilization at the height of its power.
- Visionary leaders of progress. Players take on the role of an illustrious leader in the most diverse cast of civilizationFrom traditional states known for their military strength or political prowess to leaders who have left a lasting mark on philosophy, science, human rights, and more. Each leader possesses unique abilities and can be improved through customizable attributes earned through gameplay, empowering players to solidify or change their strategy from one age to the next. For the first time in franchise history, players can select leaders separately from civilization, giving them the freedom to develop entirely new strategies and mix gameplay bonuses.
- Discover a world brought to life in new ways. Players leave their mark on a stunningly detailed world! Their empire is brought to life through a wide and diverse range of cultural styles, represented by the architecture of buildings and the design of units. Face-to-face interactions with other historical leaders put players in the middle of the action with every diplomatic decision and declaration of war. Lavishly rendered representations of their empire blend seamlessly into a living metropolis as players expand and develop their cities.
- Prove your strategic skills in multiplayer. Players can compete against others online to prove their skills as great leaders. Multiplayer matches can be epic campaigns spanning multiple ages, or limited to one age so players can enjoy an entire game in one sitting. Cross-platform play between PC and console is supported so friends can play together no matter where they are.
- A fun strategy experience for everyone. With over 30 years of experience to build upon, Civilization VII offers a wealth of gameplay improvements that will please series veterans and newcomers alike. A revamped tutorial and refined gameplay systems make it easier to get started in Civilization. Players returning to the franchise will enjoy a large number of gameplay improvements. Players can move their army as a whole under the direction of a commander, unlock progression bonuses for their leaders over multiple gameplay sessions, cross navigable rivers, and much more!
Sid Meier’s Civilization VII will be released in three editions: Standard Edition, Deluxe Edition and a limited-time Founders Edition. There will also be a limited Collector’s Edition that includes physical collectibles for the game. A complete overview can be found on the Civilization website; details on the editions here:
- Sid Meier’s Civilization VII Standard edition will be released for $59.99 on Nintendo Switch and $69.99 on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, and for Mac and Linux via Steam. Includes the base game; cross-generation eligibility is available via digital versions on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PS4 of the respective consoles when linked to the same user account. Physical versions offer cross-generation eligibility on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. Physical versions for PS5 do not offer cross-generation eligibility as Sid Meier’s Civilization VII for PS4 is only available digitally.
- Sid Meier’s Civilization VII Deluxe Edition will be available for $89.99 for Nintendo Switch and $99.99 on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, and for Mac and Linux via Steam. It includes early access to the game from February 6, the Tecumseh and Shawnee Pack, the post-launch DLC Crossroads of the World Collection, and the Deluxe Content Pack.
- Sid Meier’s Civilization VII Founders Edition will be available for $119.99 for Nintendo Switch and $129.99 on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, and for Mac and Linux via Steam. It includes early access to the game starting February 6, the Tecumseh and Shawnee Pack, the post-launch Crossroads of the World Collection DLC, the Deluxe Content Pack, the post-launch Right to Rule Collection DLC, and the Founders Content Pack. The Founders Edition is only available digitally until February 28, 2025.
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