Sid Meier's Civilization VI News

In case you missed it, here’s another roundup of Civilization VII news from the past week:

[h2]Civ Reveal: Buganda[/h2]

Introducing Modern Age civ Buganda! Settle your empire nearby lakes and navigable rivers to receive powerful bonuses to Food and Culture, and boost Culture even further when pillaging enemies with Buganda’s unique ability. Check out the full game guide here.



[h2]First Look: Jose Rizal[/h2]

Meet this hero of the Philippines, José Rizal! This leader reaps in benefits from narrative events, and increases the duration and happiness of Celebrations. Check out the latest Game Guide entry to the Civilization website for full details on his attributes and abilities.

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[h2]Civ Streams: Multiplayer & Post-Launch Coming Jan 30[/h2]
In an upcoming developer livestream, the devs will be facing off in a Modern Age showdown, and showing off a sneak peak at what players can expect after Civilization VII launches February 11. Join us live on the Firaxis Games Twitch Channel or Civilization YouTube Channel on January 30th at 10 AM PT/ 1 PM ET / 6PM GMT. Full details here.



[h2]Civ World Summit: Join us on Feb 8[/h2]
We're celebrating the launch of Civilization VII in style with the Civ World Summit - a live multiplayer showdown between five incredible members of the Civ community. The event will be hosted by Community Manager Sarah and famed Civ community member PotatoMcWhiskey - in partnership with Rocket Beans TV. Watch live on February 8 at 5PM CET / 8 AM PT / 11AM ET on Twitch, YouTube, or Facebook. Check out the full details here.



[h2]Coming up…[/h2]
The next few days are packed as we countdown to release! Keep an eye out for two more First Looks and two new civ guides, and don’t forget to tune in to our next developer livestream on January 30 covering multiplayer and post-launch. We’ll see you here next week, Civ fans!

In case you missed it, here’s another roundup of Civilization VII news from the past week:

[h2]Civ Reveals: Siam & Russia[/h2]

Siam and Russia have joined the Modern Age! Build unstoppable coalitions and spread suzerainship far and wide with Siam’s unique ability, Itsaraphab. Or, rake in Culture and Science as Russia, earning big bonuses from tundra tiles. Check out the full game guides for Siam and Russia.



[h2]First Look: Catherine the Great[/h2]
Catherine the Great is back! Collect Great Works for bonuses to Culture, and easily accumulate both Science and Culture when you build your empire in the tundra. Check out the game guide here for Catherine.

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[h2]Dev Diary #7: Legends & Mementos[/h2]
With Civ VII's launch just weeks away, we've got another new developer diary for you! This time, we're introducing Legends and Mementos, a brand new system to Civ VII that adds a little extra to your Civ experience. Game Designer Matt Owens is here to pull back the curtain and share all the details here.



[h2]Civ VII previews are LIVE![/h2]
Creators and outlets have gotten their hands on Civilization VII to give their first impressions. Check out what they have to say about the next chapter in Civilization here.

[h2]Coming up…[/h2]
On the way, another civ guide and First Look! Also, keep an eye out for details on our next developer livestream. The countdown to launch is well under way: which civ & leader will you be choosing for YOUR first game?

The new monthly challenge for Sid Meier's Civilization VI starts on January 15 on Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox! This new challenge can be attempted on Prince or Emperor difficulty.

Each limited-time monthly challenge affords you an opportunity to test your skills as a specific leader in a unique scenario. The first time you successfully complete a challenge, you'll earn yourself a new in-game Hall of Fame Badge commemorating your impressive achievement!

To play the current monthly challenge, go to the main menu in-game and click on the "Challenge of the Month" image in the rotating marquee for your desired difficulty level. Note that if you don't own any of the DLC featured in the current challenge, you will be granted free trial access to it for use in the challenge so you won't miss out!

[h2]CURRENT CHALLENGE[/h2]

CHALLENGE 15: One More Turn

Duration: January 15 - February 10

For Civilization VI's final Monthly Challenge, we're going all-out! As Victoria's Age of Steam persona, you'll need to make the English victorious fourfold by achieving Diplomacy, Culture, Science, and Domination victories. With no turn limit, you have all the time you need to build the greatest empire the world has ever known. Thanks to everyone who joined Civ VI's Monthly Challenges; we can't wait to take one more turn with you when Civilization VII launches on February 11!

[h2]HELPFUL RESOURCES[/h2]

Victoria, Age of Steam Overview (starts at 0:58)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FfDCn7vrbQ
How to Generate Science
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3NLoDMsqJkE
How to Generate Culture
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MD9druFjSkg
How To Make Diplomacy Work
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7AxUbGapKM
How to Prepare for War
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ML5ObwZMdLk

In case you missed it, here’s another roundup of Civilization VII news from the past week:

[h2]Civ Reveals: Qing & French Empire[/h2]

The two next Modern Age civs are here! As Qing China, utilize the powerful Gusa unit to gain strength in large numbers, and rake in gold with imports - at the cost of science. Or, as the French Empire, take advantage of the unique ability to choose the Celebration effects for any government. Check out the full game guides on Qing and French Empire for all the details.



[h2]First Look: Lafayette[/h2]

Revolutionary and diplomat, Lafayette joins Civ VII with strengths in culture and diplomacy, and a powerful ability that grants an extra Social Policy slot. Check out the game guide here for Lafayette.

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[h2]Civ VII is Steam Deck Verified! [/h2]

Ready to build your empire on the go? Civilization VII is officially Steam Deck verified.



[h2]Coming up…[/h2]

Tomorrow marks one month left until Civ VII launches on February 11! The road to release is paved with more reveals, including another First Look and two new Civs coming up soon. Also, keep an eye out for a brand new developer diary.

Which civs and leader do you think is next? Let us know, and we’ll catch you back here next week, Civ fans.

In case you missed it, here’s another roundup of Civilization VII news from the past week:

[h2]Civ Reveal: America[/h2]
Our second Modern Age civ, revealed! America is all about expansion and industry, raking in Gold with its unique ability, Frontier Expansion. Check out the full game guide for all the details.



[h2]First Looks: Harriet Tubman & Benjamin Franklin[/h2]

Two American East Coast heroes take the stage! Harriet Tubman is primed to outwit enemies with speed and espionage, with a powerful ability to ignore movement penalties from dense vegetation. Or, choose diplomat and innovator Ben Franklin - boosting science, diplomacy, and production while managing multiple Endeavors like a true polymath. Check out the game guides here for Harriet Tubman and Ben Franklin.

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[h2]Modern Age Livestream[/h2]
That’s a wrap on the Modern Age! In the latest episode of Civ Streams, our devs took a deep dive into what’s coming to Modern, showing off industrialization, railroads, air combat, and more. Also, don’t miss seeing all the big reveals above in action. You can watch the full stream here:

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[h2]Mac & Linux Requirements[/h2]

Thanks for the patience of all our Mac and Linux players while we got the system requirements ready for you! We’ve updated our Steam page and added full details on those specs here.



[h2]Coming up…[/h2]
Happy early holidays, Civ fans! Our devs will be taking a short break from content and recaps to rest up before the final push to February 11th. When we’re back, expect plenty more reveals and updates as we gear up for launch. If you haven’t preordered yet, don’t miss your chance to order the Deluxe or Founder’s Edition of Civilization VII to start playing early on February 6th.

Here’s to your next great Golden Age in the New Year. We’ll see you soon!