Sid Meier's Civilization VII: News and Updates
This page keeps you updated on the latest news for the newest addition to the legendary 4X strategy series, Sid Meier's Civilization VII!
• Following a challenging launch, Firaxis Games has postponed Civilization VII's first in-game event, "Natural Wonder Battle," from March 4th to March 25th, 2025. This delay prioritizes crucial quality-of-life improvements.
Read more: Civilization 7's first in-game event postponed for quality-of-life improvements
• Sid Meier's Civilization VII is now available on NVIDIA GeForce NOW, bringing cloud gaming access to players.
Read more: Civilization VII now available on NVIDIA GeForce NOW
• Firaxis Games partnered with the Shawnee Nation's chief to ensure authentic representation in Civilization VII, as highlighted in the latest 2K Foundations video.
Read more: Partnering with the Shawnee Tribe for Civilization VII
• According to PC Gamer's Tyler Wilde, Civilization VII hasn't yet surpassed the concurrent player counts of Civilization V or VI.
Read more: Civilization 6 still outpaces Civilization 7 in daily Steam players
• Following the release of Patch 1.0.1, Civilization VII now features a crossplay-compatible branch enabling multiplayer between PC and console players.
Read more: Civilization VII Steam Crossplay Compatible Branch Now Available
• A new "New Settler's Hub" has launched on the official Civilization VII Twitter (X) page, offering resources for new players, including guides and tutorials.
Read more: Official Civilization 7 New Settler's Hub
• Firaxis temporarily disabled crossplay between PC and console to expedite the rollout of an update addressing player feedback.
Read more: Civilization 7 temporarily disables crossplay to expedite PC updates
• Sid Meier's Civilization VII officially launched on all platforms. Updates addressing early access feedback are planned.
• Sid Meier's Civilization VII launched for Deluxe and Founders Edition owners.
• Firaxis unveiled the 2025 roadmap for Civilization VII, including new wonders, expansions, DLC, updates, events, and challenges.
• The Civ World Summit, a livestreamed event featuring a Civilization VII multiplayer showdown, was announced for February 8th, 2025. The event will be hosted by Firaxis and Rocket Beans TV.
• Civilization VII gameplay reveals allow players to mix and match leaders and civilizations, creating unique historical scenarios. Leaders and civilizations will evolve across eras, requiring adaptable strategies.
Read more: Civ 7 Leaders and Civs Can Be “Mixed and Match” To Your Liking
• Civilization VII was officially revealed during Summer Game Fest 2024, including a new trailer and a developer livestream.
Read more: Summer Game Fest 2024 Reveal of Civilization VII
• 2K teased the reveal of a major franchise sequel at Summer Game Fest 2024, sparking speculation.
Read more: Summer Game Fest and Tokyo Game Show Reveal Details of 2024 Summer Game Events
• Following the announcement of Civilization: Empires & Allies, a mobile strategy game, Firaxis confirmed that the development of Civilization VII remains unaffected.
Read more: Civ 7 Development Reportedly Unhindered by Civilization: Eras & Allies Announcement
• Firaxis officially announced they were developing a sequel to Sid Meier's Civilization VI.
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