Firaxis Games and 2K have announced that Sid Meier’s Civilization VII, the highly anticipated turn-based 4X strategy game, has gone gold. This means the primary development is complete, signaling a February 11th release date barring any unforeseen circumstances. The game boasts Steam Deck verification and will be available across all modern platforms.
Civilization VII offers exciting new features for longtime fans, with reviewers praising the majority of innovations. A key addition is the new Legend system, rewarding players for completing campaigns—a clever solution to address the common issue of unfinished campaigns due to the series' lengthy playtime.
While a niche genre, Sid Meier’s Civilization VII is generating significant buzz and is considered one of the most anticipated games of the year, though its hype level doesn't quite reach that of Grand Theft Auto VI. Priced at the standard $70, pre-orders are now open.