It has been almost eight years since Firaxis launched Civilization 6, and during that time, they have remained occupied developing a multitude of DLCs.
After a long wait, the developer is finally ready to release a new installment for fans of the series. The Lead Designer has stated that this game will be their biggest and most ambitious one yet.
Similar to previous versions, the upcoming Civilization 7 strives to guide you on a historical voyage of your own. Here is all the information we have about this iteration.
Release date
The release of Sid Meier’s Civilization 7 has been scheduled for February 11, 2025, as revealed in a gameplay trailer during Gamescom 2024 Opening Night Live.
Get ready to build and conquer in 2025.
Platforms
The game will be released on various platforms including PC through Steam and Epic Games launchers, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. It will be accessible on nearly every gaming console on the market.
Movie Trailers
There have been two trailers released for Civ 7, one of which is a gameplay reveal trailer.
Official Teaser Trailer
At Summer Games Fest 2024, Firaxis unveiled the first trailer for the game. The trailer gradually builds suspense and culminates in the official announcement of the latest installment.
Gameplay Reveal Trailer
The first gameplay for Civ 7 was showcased in the second trailer, which was released at Gamescom 2024. Similar to its predecessors, players will have the ability to construct buildings and engage in battles with opposing armies. The trailer concludes by confirming the official release date.
Preorders & editions
You can play early if you get the Deluxe and Founders’ editions.
Both the Standard and Deluxe Editions will be available. While Firaxis has not yet disclosed the specifics, preordering either edition will entitle you to exclusive bonuses.
- By preordering the Standard Edition, you will receive the Tecumseh and Shawnee Pack.
- By preordering the Deluxe or Founders Edition, you will receive up to 5 days of early access and additional perks.
Who is the new narrator?
Gwendoline Christie, known for her sharp English accent, has been chosen as the narrator for the events in Civiziliation 7. Fans may recognize her from her roles in Games of Thrones and Star Wars: The Force Awakens. She is the inaugural female narrator in the Civilization franchise.
Following Gamescom 2024, Firaxis hosted a livestream where they showcased gameplay and revealed a highly anticipated detail for Civilization players: the identity of the narrator.
Gameplay
Looks like a Civilization game.
Firaxis intends to continue supporting Civilization 7 for many years, as it represents a significant evolution in gameplay. As always, the objective is to lead your civilization through different stages, forming alliances and engaging in warfare to achieve your objectives.
The gameplay for Civilization 7 will see several significant modifications, such as:
- Your story will link different civilizations across time. Rather than sticking with the same leader throughout, you’ll hand over leadership to someone new as you move to the next Age.
- Each Age is created as a historical sandbox, with unique technologies, units, resources, powers, and other features specific to that Age.
- Leaders are independent to civilizations. You can mix and match to your heart’s content, staying true to “Civilization’s spirit of experimentation.”
- Philosophy, Religion, and Science also serve as a source of inspiration for leaders, not only politicians, as it’s been in the past.
- There will be precise historical routes that you can either adhere to or deviate from.
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