Firaxis Unveils Sid Meier's Civilization 7 in VR: A Game-Changing Surprise

Firaxis has exciting news for fans of the iconic strategy franchise: a virtual reality version of the recently released Civilization 7 is on the horizon. Dubbed Sid Meier's Civilization 7 - VR, this marks the series' first venture into the immersive world of VR, set to launch in spring 2025. Exclusively available on Meta Quest 3 and 3S, this groundbreaking addition promises to revolutionize the way players experience the classic 4X strategy game.

Developed by PlaySide Studios, known for their work on VR titles such as The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners and Meta Horizon Worlds, Civilization 7 - VR is poised to deliver a fresh take on the beloved franchise. Publisher 2K Games is backing this ambitious project, ensuring high-quality execution.

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Here's what you can expect from Civilization 7 - VR:

In Civilization 7 - VR, the world of Civilization is brought to life like never before. The map takes shape atop a Command Table that lets you peer down from high above or lean all the way in to appreciate the finer details of buildings and units, like a tabletop game come to life. Players will chart a course for their people and engage face-to-face with iconic world leaders around the Command Table, each reacting as you forge alliances or declare war through the Ages.

Civilization 7 - VR is available to play in either immersive virtual reality or mixed reality, and you'll be able to freely switch between the two at any time. In virtual reality, players are transported to an ornate museum as they look out onto a vista personalized to their leader; in mixed reality, the Command Table adapts to its placement in a player's physical space. Detailed dioramas can be viewed in The Archives, a room in your museum dedicated to your gameplay achievements displayed in both virtual and mixed reality. In addition to single-player, Civilization 7 - VR can compete to rule the world in online multiplayer matches with up to three other Meta Quest 3 and 3S players.

While the VR version is eagerly anticipated, the base game of Civilization 7, currently available on PC and console with advanced access, has stirred some controversy. Early adopters have voiced concerns on Steam, citing issues with the user interface, a lack of map variety, and missing features that fans have come to expect from the series. Firaxis has taken these critiques to heart, promising enhancements to the UI, the introduction of team-based multiplayer options, and a broader selection of map types.

In response to the mixed reception, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick remains optimistic. During an interview with IGN before the release of third quarter financial results, he acknowledged the negative feedback but emphasized that the "legacy Civ audience" will likely warm up to the game with more playtime. He described Civilization 7's initial performance as "very encouraging."

For those eager to master the game, our comprehensive guides are here to help. Learn how to achieve every Civ 7 victory, understand the biggest Civ 7 changes for Civ 6 players, and avoid the 14 crucial Civ 7 mistakes. Additionally, delve into the details of all Civ 7 map types and difficulty settings to fully prepare for your world domination journey.