"Civilization 7: Latest Updates and News"

Dive into the latest updates and news on Sid Meier's Civilization VII, the newest chapter in the iconic 4X strategy series. Explore detailed articles and announcements to keep yourself well-informed on all things related to this highly anticipated game!

Sid Meier's Civilization VII News

2025

February 28, 2025

• Following a challenging launch, Firaxis has decided to delay Civilization 7's inaugural in-game event, the Natural Wonder Battle, originally scheduled for March 4, 2025. The new date is set for March 25, 2025, to allow for critical quality-of-life enhancements.

Read more: Civilization 7's first in-game event postponed for crucial quality-of-life improvements

February 26, 2025

• Civilization VII is now accessible through NVIDIA GeForce NOW's cloud gaming service, enhancing the gaming experience for players worldwide.

Read more: Civilization VII enhances gameplay with NVIDIA GeForce NOW cloud gaming

February 20, 2025

• Firaxis and 2K have collaborated with the Shawnee tribe's current chief to ensure accurate representation in Civilization VII, as highlighted in the latest 2K Foundations video.

Read more: Firaxis partners with Shawnee Tribe for authentic representation in Civilization VII

February 20, 2025

• As reported by Tyler Wilde from PC Gamer, despite its recent launch, Civilization 7 has not yet surpassed the concurrent player counts of Civilization 5 or 6.

Read more: Civilization 6 still leads in daily Steam players over Civilization 7

February 17, 2025

• With the release of the 1.0.1 Patch 1 build for PC, Civilization 7 introduces a crossplay-compatible branch, allowing players to engage in multiplayer with console users.

Read more: Civilization VII introduces crossplay-compatible branch on Steam

February 13, 2025

• Civilization 7 has launched a dedicated New Settler's Hub on its official Twitter (X) page, offering comprehensive guides, videos, and tutorials for beginners.

Read more: Explore the Official Civilization 7 New Settler's Hub for newcomers

February 12, 2025

• Firaxis has temporarily disabled the crossplay feature between PC and console versions of Civilization VII to speed up the rollout of a new patch addressing player feedback.

Read more: Civilization 7's new patch temporarily disables crossplay to enhance PC updates

February 11, 2025

• Sid Meier's Civilization VII has officially launched across all platforms, with promises of upcoming updates based on early release feedback.

February 6, 2025

• Civilization VII becomes available to Deluxe and Founders Edition purchasers across all platforms.

February 3, 2025

• Firaxis has unveiled the 2025 roadmap for Civilization VII, featuring new wonders, expansions, DLCs, updates, events, and challenges.

January 30, 2025

• The Civ World Summit event, set to be livestreamed on February 8, 2025, from XPERION Hamburg, Germany, will feature a multiplayer showdown among prominent members of the Civilization community.

2024

October 8, 2024

• Gameplay reveals for Civilization VII showcase the ability to mix and match leaders and civilizations, introducing dynamic shifts in bonuses and strategies as players progress through eras. Tecumseh of the Shawnee tribe is among the highlighted leaders.

Read more: Civilization VII allows for dynamic leader and civilization combinations

June 8, 2024

• Civilization VII was unveiled as being in development during the Summer Games Fest 2024, complete with a new trailer and a subsequent developer livestream.

Read more: Civilization VII announced at Summer Game Fest 2024

May 17, 2024

• 2K teased the upcoming reveal of a new installment in one of its major franchises at the Summer Game Fest 2024, sparking speculation about Civilization VII, among others.

Read more: 2K teases new franchise installment at Summer Game Fest 2024

2023

December 7, 2023

• Despite concerns raised by the announcement of Civilization: Empires & Allies, a mobile strategy game, Firaxis confirmed that Civilization VII's development remains on track.

Read more: Civilization VII development continues despite new mobile game announcement

February 2023

• Firaxis announced the development of a sequel to Civilization VI, following a job listing for a narrative lead spotted by fans in 2021.