Civilization VII is highly likely to be released on schedule

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, and barring any unforeseen circumstances, the February 11th release date remains firm. Get ready to conquer the world across all modern platforms, including Steam Deck (where it's officially verified).

Civilization VII brings a host of exciting changes to the beloved series, with reviewers praising the largely positive impact of the innovations. A key addition is the new Legend system, rewarding players for completing campaigns. This addresses a common issue within the series – many players don't finish campaigns, a challenge this system directly tackles.

While a niche genre, Sid Meier’s Civilization VII is undeniably one of the most anticipated games of the year, though perhaps not quite reaching the fever pitch of Grand Theft Auto VI's hype. Priced at the standard $70, pre-orders are open now.