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Sid Meier's Civilization VII
Grand Strategy
Turn-Based Strategy
4X
Systems
PlayStation-1 Xbox-1 super greyscale 8-bit logo PC-1
Top Critic Avg: 79 /100 Critics Rec: 77%
Released
February 11, 2025
ESRB
Everyone 10+ // Alcohol and Tobacco Reference, Mild Language, Mild Violence, Suggestive Themes
Developer(s)
Firaxis Games
Publisher(s)
2K
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The award-winning strategy game franchise returns with a revolutionary new chapter. Sid Meier's Civilization® VII empowers you to build the greatest empire the world has ever known!

In Civilization VII, your strategic decisions shape the unique cultural lineage of your evolving empire. Rule as one of many legendary leaders from throughout history and steer the course of your story by choosing a new civilization to represent your empire in each Age of human advancement.

Construct cities and architectural wonders to expand your territory, improve your civilization with technological breakthroughs, and conquer or cooperate with rival civilizations as you explore the far reaches of the unknown world. Pursue prosperity in an immersive solo experience or play with others in online multiplayer.

Whether you choose to follow a path rooted in history or reimagine possibilities to chart your own way forward, build something you believe in and create a legacy that echoes through the Ages in Civilization VII.

Genre(s)
Grand Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy, 4X
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Civilization 7 Has 'Mixed' Reviews on Steam
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Civilization 7 early access players report some big problems on Steam, as bad reviews amass over the user interface and missing features.

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Civilization 7 Devs express some interest in the Switch 2's features, drumming up speculation about a dedicated port for the system.

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Two February 2025 games rise to the top of Steam's best-sellers chart, managing that achievement on the strength of their pre-orders alone.

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Fireaxis creative director Ed Beach offers a couple of pieces of sound advice for players eager to jump into Civilization 7 in February.

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Civilization 7 Post-Launch Roadmap Revealed
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Firaxis Games and 2K officially reveal the first post-launch roadmap for the upcoming Civilization 7, teasing plenty to come following its debut.

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Ahead of its imminent launch, Sid Meier’s Civilization 7 has gone gold, and fans can’t wait to dive into their tiered pre-orders.

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Civilization 7 Has Good News for Steam Deck Users
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Ahead of Civilization 7's mid-February 2025 release, publisher 2K shares some excellent news for owners of Valve's Steam Deck.

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Civilization 7 PC System Requirements Revealed
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Sid Meier's Civilization 7 officially reveals the system requirements for the game, giving PC gamers an idea of whether their computers are ready.

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Civilization 7's First Six Civs Revealed
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Developer Firaxis Games reveals the first six civs that will be available as soon as Civilization 7 releases on February 11, 2025.

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Civilization 7 Will Use Controversial Feature on PC
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Sid Meier's Civilization 7 will be using a controversial feature that's intended to be a good thing, but some gamers disagree.

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Civilization Fans Sign Petition to Bring Back Popular Feature for Civ 7
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Fans demand developer Firaxis Games include one particular feature in the studio's upcoming strategy title, Civilization 7.

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August 31 promises to be significant for Civilization fans, with potential news and updates for the upcoming Civilization 7.

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Civilization 7 Confirms Important Multiplayer Feature
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Sid Meier's Civilization 7 confirms the inlcusion of a very important multiplayer feature that fans have been constantly asking about.

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Sid Meier's Civilization 7 reveals its new narrator, and the role will be filled by a Game of Thrones cast member for the second time in a row.

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Firaxis removes a highly unpopular feature from Civilization 6, all the while promising fans that Civilization 7 won't have it.

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A big reveal is on its way for the Sid Meier's Civilization series on August 20, and fans of the 4X strategy genre won't want to miss it.

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Civilization 7 Confirmed, Making Big Departure From Series Norm
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Firaxis announces Civilization 7, reveals its release window, and confirms that the game will mark a notable departure from a long-time series norm.

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