Exciting news for fans of the Civilization series: Civilization 7 is officially set to launch early next year on February 11, 2025. The announcement came via a new trailer shown at Gamescom Opening Night Live, providing the first glimpse of Civilization 7’s gameplay. This blog post will cover the key details and changes coming to the game.
Revamped Art Style and Navigable Rivers
One of the most noticeable changes in Civilization 7 is the revamped art style. Critics of Civilization 6’s cartoony look will be pleased to see a return to the more subdued and realistic visuals reminiscent of Civilization 5. Additionally, for the first time in the series, players will be able to navigate rivers with boats, adding a new strategic element to the game.
Major Structural Changes and Gameplay Improvements
Civilization 7 introduces several significant structural changes that alter how cities function and how warfare is conducted. While details are still emerging, these changes are expected to add more depth and strategic complexity to the game. To get a comprehensive overview of these updates, we visited Firaxis HQ for a hands-on preview, playing the game for three hours and taking detailed notes on the new features.
Platform Availability
Civilization 7 will be available on almost all major platforms, including Windows, Linux, macOS, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. However, it will not be coming to mobile phones. This broad accessibility ensures that players can experience the new features and improvements regardless of their preferred gaming system.
Conclusion
With its release date set for February 11, 2025, Civilization 7 promises to bring exciting new changes to the beloved strategy series. From its revamped art style to the introduction of navigable rivers and major gameplay improvements, there’s a lot to look forward to. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the release date.
