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Steam app 1295660 · updated 11 Oct 2026, 14:17 UTC

Sid Meier's Civilization VII

Lead empires that evolve or endure through the Ages. Build something you believe in with Sid Meier's Civilization® VII.

Sid Meier's Civilization VII Steam header artwork
Firaxis Games2K
8,984playing now
8,98424-hour peak
84,558all-time peak
8,852average, last 30 days

The last 30 days

−1,644.3Gain−15.66%% gain15,426Peak

718 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.

04k8k12k17k16 Sep21 Sep26 Sep01 Oct06 Oct11 Oct16 OctWednesday 16 September 202612,151 peakThursday 17 September 202612,101 peakFriday 18 September 202613,019 peakSaturday 19 September 202614,873 peakSunday 20 September 202615,426 peakMonday 21 September 202612,014 peakTuesday 22 September 202611,458 peakWednesday 23 September 202610,911 peakThursday 24 September 202610,717 peakFriday 25 September 202611,420 peakSaturday 26 September 202613,459 peakSunday 27 September 202614,077 peakMonday 28 September 202610,686 peakTuesday 29 September 20269,812 peakWednesday 30 September 20269,771 peakThursday 01 October 20269,558 peakFriday 02 October 202610,604 peakSaturday 03 October 202612,797 peakSunday 04 October 202613,859 peakMonday 05 October 20269,979 peakTuesday 06 October 20269,756 peakWednesday 07 October 20269,500 peakThursday 08 October 20269,702 peakFriday 09 October 202610,412 peakSaturday 10 October 202612,340 peakSunday 11 October 202613,095 peakMonday 12 October 202610,923 peakTuesday 13 October 20269,307 peakWednesday 14 October 20268,976 peakThursday 15 October 20268,807 peakFriday 16 October 20268,984 peak
Daily peakEvery hourly sample

All time

21 months, February 2025 to October 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.

023k46k68k91kFeb 2025May 2025Aug 2025Nov 2025Feb 2026May 2026Aug 2026February 202584,558 monthly peakMarch 202539,765 monthly peakApril 202518,943 monthly peakMay 202514,818 monthly peakJune 202511,828 monthly peakJuly 202511,746 monthly peakAugust 202511,871 monthly peakSeptember 20259,900 monthly peakOctober 202512,560 monthly peakNovember 202513,972 monthly peakDecember 202512,120 monthly peakJanuary 202612,703 monthly peakFebruary 202613,136 monthly peakMarch 202610,749 monthly peakApril 20269,754 monthly peakMay 202620,162 monthly peakJune 202615,456 monthly peakJuly 202613,666 monthly peakAugust 202613,380 monthly peakSeptember 202625,307 monthly peakOctober 202613,859 monthly peak
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The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.

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Monthly peakHas finer data

July 2026

14 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.

04k7k11k15k01 Jul20 Jul22 Jul24 Jul26 Jul28 Jul30 JulWednesday 01 July 202613,666 peakSunday 19 July 202612,401 peakMonday 20 July 20269,778 peakTuesday 21 July 20269,527 peakWednesday 22 July 20269,302 peakThursday 23 July 20269,216 peakFriday 24 July 20269,986 peakSaturday 25 July 202611,688 peakSunday 26 July 202612,758 peakMonday 27 July 20269,731 peakTuesday 28 July 202610,279 peakWednesday 29 July 202610,153 peakThursday 30 July 202610,072 peakFriday 31 July 202610,796 peak

August 2026

31 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.

04k7k11k14k01 Aug06 Aug11 Aug16 Aug21 Aug26 Aug31 AugSaturday 01 August 202612,585 peakSunday 02 August 202613,380 peakMonday 03 August 202610,504 peakTuesday 04 August 20269,558 peakWednesday 05 August 20269,461 peakThursday 06 August 20269,343 peakFriday 07 August 20269,829 peakSaturday 08 August 202611,730 peakSunday 09 August 202612,200 peakMonday 10 August 20269,598 peakTuesday 11 August 20269,199 peakWednesday 12 August 20268,459 peakThursday 13 August 20268,684 peakFriday 14 August 20269,509 peakSaturday 15 August 202611,330 peakSunday 16 August 202611,869 peakMonday 17 August 20269,369 peakTuesday 18 August 20268,906 peakWednesday 19 August 20268,684 peakThursday 20 August 20268,502 peakFriday 21 August 20269,236 peakSaturday 22 August 202610,860 peakSunday 23 August 202611,380 peakMonday 24 August 20268,879 peakTuesday 25 August 20268,393 peakWednesday 26 August 20268,164 peakThursday 27 August 20267,801 peakFriday 28 August 20268,723 peakSaturday 29 August 202610,755 peakSunday 30 August 202611,295 peakMonday 31 August 20268,717 peak

September 2026

30 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 344 hourly samples from 16 Sep, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.

07k14k20k27k01 Sep06 Sep11 Sep16 Sep21 Sep26 SepTuesday 01 September 20268,118 peakWednesday 02 September 20267,943 peakThursday 03 September 20269,562 peakFriday 04 September 202616,149 peakSaturday 05 September 202622,116 peakSunday 06 September 202625,115 peakMonday 07 September 202625,307 peakTuesday 08 September 202619,256 peakWednesday 09 September 202618,088 peakThursday 10 September 202616,351 peakFriday 11 September 202611,940 peakSaturday 12 September 202613,970 peakSunday 13 September 202614,779 peakMonday 14 September 202610,765 peakTuesday 15 September 202612,173 peakWednesday 16 September 202612,151 peakThursday 17 September 202612,101 peakFriday 18 September 202613,019 peakSaturday 19 September 202614,873 peakSunday 20 September 202615,426 peakMonday 21 September 202612,014 peakTuesday 22 September 202611,458 peakWednesday 23 September 202610,911 peakThursday 24 September 202610,717 peakFriday 25 September 202611,420 peakSaturday 26 September 202613,459 peakSunday 27 September 202614,077 peakMonday 28 September 202610,686 peakTuesday 29 September 20269,812 peakWednesday 30 September 20269,771 peak

October 2026

16 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 374 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.

04k7k11k15k01 Oct03 Oct05 Oct07 Oct09 Oct11 Oct13 Oct15 OctThursday 01 October 20269,558 peakFriday 02 October 202610,604 peakSaturday 03 October 202612,797 peakSunday 04 October 202613,859 peakMonday 05 October 20269,979 peakTuesday 06 October 20269,756 peakWednesday 07 October 20269,500 peakThursday 08 October 20269,702 peakFriday 09 October 202610,412 peakSaturday 10 October 202612,340 peakSunday 11 October 202613,095 peakMonday 12 October 202610,923 peakTuesday 13 October 20269,307 peakWednesday 14 October 20268,976 peakThursday 15 October 20268,807 peakFriday 16 October 20268,984 peak
Nothing here is interpolated or estimated; where a sample is missing the line is broken.

Game information

Updated 11 Oct 2026, 14:17 UTC
App ID
1295660
Last updated
30 Sep 2026 build 25516395
Update pace
Occasional updates patched now and then · 2 in 34 days watched
Developer
Firaxis Games
Publisher
2K
Release date
Feb 10, 2025
Platforms
WindowsmacOSLinux
Download size
20.40 GB18.73 GB18.44 GB
Install size
24.79 GB30.30 GB29.92 GB
Genres
Simulation, Strategy
Game modes
Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, LAN PvP, Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Controller support
Full
Declared DRM
Denuvo Anti-tamper 5 activations within 24 hours machine activation limit
Third-party account
2K Account for Online Interactions (Not Required for Offline Play) (Supports Linking to Steam Account)
Achievements
47
Metacritic
79

Features & support

Steam features

Steam AchievementsSteam Trading CardsSteam WorkshopChat Text-to-speechMouse Only OptionTouch Only OptionHDR availableFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

Full controller supportDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller SupportSteam Input API Support

Accessibility

Adjustable Text SizeCamera ComfortColor AlternativesCustom Volume ControlsAdjustable DifficultyNarrated Game MenusPlayable without Timed InputSave AnytimeStereo SoundSurround Sound

Popular tags

Grand StrategyHistoricalStrategy4XMilitaryCity BuilderSimulationDiplomacyMultiplayerWarEconomyTurn-Based TacticsTurn-Based StrategyTacticalSingleplayerHex GridAlternate HistoryPolitical SimStylizedPvP
About this gameFull description from Steam
Will your civilization evolve with the Ages or stand the Test of Time? In Sid Meier's Civilization® VII, every strategic decision shapes your empire's unique lineage. Rule as legendary leaders from throughout history and strive for unique victories by choosing how your civilization changes or persists across each Age of human advancement. Grow your territory with new Settlements and architectural Wonders, spur advancement with technological breakthroughs, and conquer or cooperate with your competition as you explore and expand into the world's far, unknown reaches. Pursue prosperity in an immersive solo experience or play with others in online multiplayer.* Whether you follow a path rooted in history or chart your own way forward, build something you believe in with Civilization VII. EVOLVE WITH EACH AGE OR STAND THE TEST OF TIME Lead your empire through distinct Ages of human history. Across the Antiquity, Exploration, and Modern Ages, choose whether to lead one Time-Tested civilization from start to finish, have it strategically evolve to flourish with a new identity in the next Age, or split the difference through hybridization. As accomplishing scientific, cultural, militaristic, and economic milestones within each Age unlocks advantages in the next, you'll decide how and when your empire's identity and strategy develop. CHART YOUR OWN PATH TO VICTORY Shape your empire's unique story by pursuing a wide range of distinct Triumphs, attribute-based objectives that offer a player-driven experience. As each new Age expands the game's scope, it also brings opportunities to borrow elements from other civs, unlock new bonuses, and achieve Victory in myriad new and exciting ways. Order Commanders to move armies as one, engage enemies with revamped combat mechanics, equip swappable leader bonuses across campaigns with Mementos, and much more. PLAY AS VISIONARY LEADERS OF PROGRESS Embody illustrious leaders with one of Civilization's most diverse rosters yet, from traditional heads of state known for militaristic might or political prowess to visionaries who made lasting impacts on philosophy, science, human rights, and more. Your chosen leader will endure across the Ages, with a unique ability that can help reinforce or pivot your strategy from one Age into the next. For the first time in franchise history, leader selection is separate from your civilization, giving you the freedom to create all-new strategies by mixing and matching gameplay bonuses. EXPLORE A WORLD VIVIDLY BROUGHT TO LIFE Make your mark on a gorgeously detailed world! Your empire comes to life with a diverse range of cultural styles, represented across building architecture and Unit design. Traverse navigable rivers, explore the map's undiscovered reaches, and extend your borders with new Cities or specialized Towns. As your lavishly rendered territory expands, all of your scenic vistas, vibrant metropolises, and fledgling frontier territories will connect seamlessly across the ever-changing landscape. TEST YOUR STRATEGIC METTLE IN MULTIPLAYER Compete against other players online and prove your prowess as a great leader.* Multiplayer matches can be epic multi-Age campaigns or take place in a single Age, and cross-play is supported between PC and consoles, so you can play together with friends wherever they are. *Online play and features (including progression bonuses) require an Internet connection and 2K Account (minimum age varies). Up to five players supported in the Antiquity & Exploration Ages. Up to eight players supported in the Modern Age. Map size restrictions may apply to certain cross-play multiplayer games. Terms apply.
Content & age ratings9 regional ratings

Regional ratings

CSRRC12暴力 · 不當言語
DEJUS10Violência
ESRBe10Mild Violence · Suggestive Themes · Mild Language · Alcohol and Tobacco Reference
FPB13Violence · Competitive Intensity
GMEDIA12
IGRS18Kekerasan · Rokok dan/atau rokok elektronik, minuman beralkohol, narkotika, psikotropika, dan/atau zat adiktif lainnya · Interaksi Daring
NZOFLCpgMild themes · Violence · In-game purchases and online interactivity and chat
OFLCpgMild themes · Violence · In-game purchases and online interactivity and chat
PEGI12Violence · Bad Language · In-Game Purchases
System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Win 10 64 Bit Processor: Intel i5-4690 / Intel i3-10100 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1050 / AMD RX 460 / Intel Arc A380 DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 20 GB available space

Recommended

Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Win 10 64 Bit Processor: Intel Core i5-10400 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 6600 / Intel Arc A750 DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 20 GB available space

macOS

Minimum: Requires an Apple processor OS: Sequoia Processor: M1 8 Core Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: M1 Storage: 25 GB available space Recommended: Requires an Apple processor OS: Sequoia Processor: M2 Pro 10 Core Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: M2 Pro Storage: 25 GB available space

Linux

Minimum: OS: Ubuntu 22.04 Processor: Intel i5-4690 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1060 / AMD RX 580 Storage: 25 GB available space Recommended: OS: Ubuntu 24.04 Processor: Intel Core i5-10400 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 2070 / AMD RX 6700 Storage: 25 GB available space
Supported languages12 languages
LanguageFull audio
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Portuguese - Brazil
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Screenshots & trailersScreenshots and trailers
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Trailers

AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

47 achievements in total.

Show selected achievements (may contain spoilers)
Shawnee Deep in Victory.Achievement
Woman-o-war.Achievement
Budding Buddhist.Achievement
Roman of the Hour.Achievement
Postmaster and Commander.Achievement
Lived up to the Name.Achievement
Magne Squeeze.Achievement
Proverbial Wisdom.Achievement
On the Fritz.Achievement
Ground Breaker/Freedom Fighter.Achievement

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50 developer announcements, May 2026 to Oct 2026 · times in UTC

October

  1. Cozy Up with 2K: The Autumn Sale is Live on Steam! Save Big Through Oct 8.*

    https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/4128336/66a2bcaddd03b0f7481eaf24a784f4e18d4652b7.jpgAs the leaves turn and the crisp autumn air settles in, that familiar feeling returns: the golden hour after school or work, rushing home to drop…

    2K J

September

  1. This Month in Civ: PAX Recap, Update 1.5.0, and the future of Civ VII

    Welcome Back and Happy Civtember!Hey, Civ fans! Welcome back to This Month in Civ!This Civtember, we celebrated our 35th anniversary, and fittingly, it has been the biggest month for Civilization VII since its launch. We’ve had a ton of…

    FXS Aquamarine
  2. Update 1.5.0 Hotfix - September 30, 2026

    Today’s hotfix is focused on stability and performance following our recent Update 1.5.0. Thanks for your ongoing feedback, Civ players! A note for Switch / Switch 2 players: This hotfix will be coming at a later date; thanks for your…

    Patch notes
  3. We Answered 30 of Your Arc of Tomorrow & Earthrise Questions

    Following our big reveals for the future of Civilization VII earlier this month, the dev team spent the last few days going through your questions across Reddit, Discord, and Steam for Arc of Tomorrow* and Earthrise**.A huge thank you to…

    FXS Aquamarine
  4. We want to hear your thoughts on Civ VII in the latest Community Survey!

    Now live - the latest Civilization VII community survey! We're interested in hearing your thoughts on the latest reveals for Civ VII, including the recently released 1.5.0 Update, including True Start Location Earth Map, updated versions of…

    Firaxis Games
  5. Ask-Our-Devs - We’re Answering Your Arc of Tomorrow & Earthrise Questions

    Got questions about our newly announced Arc of Tomorrow update or the Earthrise expansion? We’ve got answers! We’ve loved seeing all the excitement from PAX (catch the stream here), and with two massive 2027 releases on the horizon, we’re…

    Firaxis Games
  6. Wishlist Earthrise, the first paid expansion for Civ VII, coming in 2027

    Prepare your empire for launch with Civilization VII: Earthrise, arriving in 2027 and available to wishlist now. As we officially unveiled at PAX West 2026, this first paid expansion for Civilization VII will see your civ reach for the…

    2K J
  7. Update 1.5.0 Notes - September 15, 2026

    Update 1.5.0 is officially live, bringing a batch of changes to Civilization VII, including the addition of the long-awaited True Start Location Earth map*. What makes this release even sweeter is that it lands right as we celebrate the…

    Firaxis Games
  8. Civ VII Developer Video - September 2026 | Update 1.5.0

    Update 1.5.0 and the Hall of History Collection land tomorrow in Civilization VII, celebrating the series' 35-year legacy by adding fan-favorite map types, classic civs and leaders, and more! Update 1.5.0 includes:True Start Location Earth…

    2K J
  9. New Civ VII Steam Points Shop items now available!

    In honor of the Civilization series' 35th anniversary, you can now show off your love for Civ with new Steam Points Shop items that mark the occasion!If you're unfamiliar, Points Shop items are Steam personalizations you can get by…

    2K J
  10. Shape the future of Civilization VII in the Firaxis Feature Workshop!

    Want to help shape the future of Civilization VII? The Firaxis Feature Workshop is officially reopening! This program brings dedicated players directly into the development loop to test, break, and provide feedback on early features ahead…

    FXS Aquamarine
  11. From the Devs: True Start Location Earth Map

    Howdy Civ fans! I’m Taymoor, Live Lead on Civilization VII at Firaxis Games, and I work on our maps alongside Ken Pruiksma (who wrote a great article on our procedural map generation here). I’m here to tell you all about our newest map…

    Firaxis Games
  12. Watch the Civilization VII developer panel from PAX West 2026!

    In case you missed it, here’s our full panel from PAX West 2026! The team at Firaxis had a great time celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Civilization franchise and outlining all of the exciting things coming to Civ VII in the near…

    2K J
  13. A Look at Civ VII's Next Major Update and First Paid Expansion

    Hi Civ fans - Ed Beach here, creative director of the Civilization franchise. This month marks the 35th anniversary of Civilization. Back in 1991, Sid Meier and his team shipped the very first game in the franchise. Since then, the team…

    2K J
  14. Watch the Civ VII panel LIVE from PAX West, happening now!

    The Civilization VII team just kicked off their reveal-filled panel at PAX West 2026 in Seattle, and you can tune into the stream now to watch it live! Check it out right here on Steam, or head to our Twitch or YouTube channels to view it…

    2K J
  15. Civilization 35th Anniversary Franchise Sale

    Celebrate 35 Years of "One More Turn"For over three decades, legendary designer Sid Meier and the team at Firaxis Games have invited players around the world to build empires that stand the test of time. This September, we are celebrating…

    2K J
  16. Play Civilization VII for FREE on Steam this week!*

    In honor of the series' 35th anniversary, Civilization VII—the latest installment—is available to play for free on Steam starting this weekend, from September 3 at 10AM PT to September 10 at 10AM PT.* During this event, Civ VII's Standard…

    FXS Aquamarine
  17. Watch the Civilization VII developer panel at PAX West 2026!

    Join the Civ VII team on Saturday, September 5 at 2pm PT/5pm ET for the developer panel happening live at PAX West 2026! In addition to celebrating the series' 35th anniversary, the team from Firaxis Games will also hold an in-depth…

    2K J

August

  1. This Month in Civ: August Update and News Recap

    Welcome Back!Hey Civ fans, welcome back to This Month in Civ! August has been a lighter month for Civilization as we prepare some major work behind the scenes, including reveals we’ll share with you soon (more on that below!). In the…

    FXS Aquamarine
  2. Civilization comes to PAX West 2026 on September 5!

    On Saturday, September 5 at 2pm PT/5pm ET, come see the Civ VII dev team as they gather to discuss the past, present, and future of the Civilization franchise.This September also marks the franchise’s 35th anniversary! This is an incredibly…

    2K J
  3. Update 1.4.2 Hotfix - August 13, 2026

    We're rolling out a hotfix to address a handful of community-reported issues. Thanks for your ongoing feedback, Civ players. P.S. We know you're eager for our next big drop! The team is currently heads-down on an update coming in September…

    Patch notes

July

  1. This Month in Civ: July Update and News Recap

    Welcome Back!Hey Civ fans, welcome back to This Month in Civ! Summer marches along, as does our team, hard at work on the newest additions to Civilization VII! Although this is a bit of a quieter month as we gear up for some major…

    FXS Aquamarine
  2. Update 1.4.2 – July 28, 2026

    Update 1.4.2 is rolling out to all platforms today!With Test of Time in the rearview mirror, we’ve continued to be hard at work revisiting some of Civ’s preexisting systems to help give them greater depth. To that end, this update brings a…

    FXS Aquamarine
  3. Civ VII Developer Video - July 2026 | Update 1.4.2 Drops Tomorrow

    Update 1.4.2 goes live tomorrow! Update 1.4.2 is dropping tomorrow, July 28 at 7AM PT / 10AM ET / 4PM CET. This update includes a handful of improvements and changes aimed at deepening your diplomatic strategies: Expanded Peace Deals (you…

    Firaxis Games
  4. Update 1.4.2 is Coming Week of July 27

    Another update is around the corner for Civilization VII, featuring a handful of improvements and couple major changes all about deepening your diplomatic strategy: Expanded Peace Deals: You can now offer Gold and Influence in addition to…

    Firaxis Games
  5. Update 1.4.1 – Hotfix 2 – July 9, 2026

    We’re deploying a hotfix that addresses an issue where AI opponents weren’t declaring war as often as expected. Note for Switch players: This fix will be coming to Nintendo platforms alongside our 1.4.2 update in the coming weeks. Until…

    Patch notes

June

  1. Update 1.4.1 Hotfix - June 30, 2026 (Linux/Steam Deck)

    We’re deploying a hotfix specifically for console and Linux/Steam Deck players. This update primarily addresses a controller responsiveness issue, while also bringing over a few fixes that were previously released for desktop…

    Patch notes
  2. This Month in Civ: Update 1.4.1, Brush & Blade, and Steam Summer Sale

    Welcome Back!Hey Civ fans, welcome back to This Month in Civ! Last month was one of the biggest months for Civilization VII since its launch, and this June, we aimed to keep building on the momentum from the major Test of Time update!We…

    FXS Aquamarine
  3. We Answered 35 of Your Civ VII History Questions

    We recently opened the floor for your most pressing history questions about Civilization VII. Over the last couple days, we’ve been sorting through and gathering your questions from Reddit, Discord, Steam, and more. While we couldn't answer…

    Firaxis Games
  4. Save 50% on Civ VII during the Steam Summer Sale!

    As players grow their Steam libraries like grand empires during the Steam Summer Sale, now is the best time yet to pick up Civilization VII with the biggest discount to date!From June 25 to July 9, get Civ VII's Standard, Deluxe, or…

    2K J
  5. Ask Our Historians! We're Answering Your Civ VII History Questions

    Ever wondered what goes into bringing history to life in Civilization VII? Now’s your chance to ask! We’re pulling our Firaxis Senior Historians Finn, Emily, and Andrew away from their research to answer your burning questions. Ask us about…

    Firaxis Games
  6. Brush and Blade Collection - Part 1 now available!

    Civilization VII's Update 1.4.1 is now live, which means that owners of the Brush and Blade Collection* can now experience the first half of this new paid content collection! Part 1 of the Brush and Blade Collection* includes:New leader…

    2K J
  7. Update 1.4.1 – June 23, 2026

    With Test of Time now in players’ hands, we wanted to take a moment to say thank you to everyone who’s jumped into Civilization VII recently. We’ve loved seeing the response to the massive changes in Update 1.4.0, but the wheels of…

    FXS Aquamarine
  8. Civ VII Developer Video - June 2026 | Update 1.4.1 Overview

    Update 1.4.1 is dropping tomorrow, June 23, and comes with:⬢ Hotseat Multiplayer⬢ A new Archipelago map type⬢ An overhaul to Governments, Celebrations, and Happiness⬢ Part 1 of our latest DLC, Brush and Blade, which includes new Leader…

    FXS Aquamarine
  9. Brush and Blade Collection - Part 1 leader and civs

    Civilization VII's Update 1.4.1 goes live next week on June 23, and launching alongside the free update is the first half of a new paid content collection: the Brush and Blade Collection.* Here's what's going live for owners of the Brush…

    2K J
  10. Update 1.4.1 Drops Week of June 22!

    With Test of Time officially in the rearview mirror, we want to give a massive thank you to everyone who has been diving into Civilization VII recently. If history has taught us anything, it’s that no empire survives by standing still.…

    2K J

May

  1. This Month in Civ: May Update, News Recap, and More

    Welcome Back!Hey, Civ fans, welcome back to This Month in Civ (and boy, what a month it’s been)! May has been huge for Civilization VII, as well as for our team at Firaxis. We celebrated the studio’s 30th anniversary, launched our…

    FXS Aquamarine
  2. Share your thoughts on the Test of Time Update with us!

    Test of Time is our biggest Civilization VII update yet, bringing major additions and changes across the game. Much of this update was shaped directly by community feedback, including the ability to start and stay as any civilization, the…

    Firaxis Games
  3. A reminder for Test of Time (Update 1.4.0): Disable Mods & Update Drivers

    Some mods may not yet be compatible with the latest version of Civilization VII and can cause crashes, loading issues, or other unexpected behavior. Outdated graphics drivers can also impact performance and stability. To help troubleshoot…

    Firaxis Games
  4. Get the leader Alexander the Great for FREE in Civilization VII!

    Arriving ready to conquer alongside the game's massive Test of Time update, longtime fan-favorite leader Alexander the Great is joining Civ VII's base-game roster! This is a free addition for all Civ VII players, so once you've downloaded…

    2K J
  5. Save 40% on Civ VII during the Test of Time Sale!

    Whether you aspire to be a military-minded conqueror, an economic powerhouse, a creator of cultural wonders, or one of history's great scientific minds, there's never been a better time to build a new empire in Civilization VII. In…

    2K J
  6. Civilization VII's FREE Test of Time Update Out Now!

    The day is finally here, Civ VII players: The Test of Time update is now live in-game! For those who haven't been following its progress, Test of Time – also called Update 1.4.0 – is magnitudes more than just a patch or even most of our…

    T2TDrake
  7. Update 1.4.0 - Test of Time - Patch Notes

    Test of Time is live now on all platforms, and it’s our most significant update to Civilization VII yet! We know you’ve been hungry for another update, and we’re ready to finally get it into your hands. Test of Time, free for all Civ VII…

    FXS Aquamarine
  8. Civ VII Developer Video - May 2026 | Test of Time Goes Live Tomorrow!

    Almost release day! Our biggest update to Civilization VII yet, Test of Time, is currently planned to launch tomorrow, May 19 at 12PM ET.In this video, Firaxis’ Ed Beach and Matt Owens walk through some of the biggest additions and changes…

    Firaxis Games
  9. Modding Impact with 1.4.0 + Current State of UI Modding and What’s Changing

    With the scope of changes coming in Test of Time (Update 1.4.0), we want to give modders a heads-up that this update is likely to have a significant impact on existing mods. A number of core systems, gameplay rules, UI elements, and…

    Firaxis Games
  10. Civilization VII - Test of Time Dev Diary: Audio

    Designing the Sound of Civilization VIIHello Civ fans! My name is Kadet Kuhne and I'm the Associate Audio Director for Sid Meier's Civilization VII at Firaxis Games, working with our awesome Audio team which currently includes Sound…

    FXS Aquamarine
  11. Watch Firaxis Devs Play Civ VII's Test of Time Update

    Civilization VII's Test of Time update—the massive, many-months-in-the-works update playtested by Firaxis Feature Workshop participants—arrives May 19, free for all Civ VII players!* To see its game-changing new content in action, check out…

    2K K
  12. Civilization VII - Test of Time Dev Diary: Victories

    Hey, Civ fans! I'm Bill Anderson, Game Designer on Civilization VII. Following my colleagues' recent Dev Diaries covering the new Time-Tested civs and Triumphs systems arriving in the Test of Time update, I'm here to break down the new…

    FXS Aquamarine
  13. Civilization VII - Test of Time Dev Diary: Triumphs

    Hello, Civ fans! I’m Kiera Boyle, Content Designer for Civilization VII. Today I’d like to introduce a new feature coming in the Test of Time update: Triumphs.New Ways to Write HistoryUntil now, we only offered four key paths to success in…

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  14. Civilization VII - Test of Time Dev Diary: Time-Tested Civs

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