Firaxis Makes Surprise Sid Meier's Civilization 7 - VR Announcement

Firaxis has exciting news for fans of the iconic strategy franchise with the announcement of a virtual reality version of the recently released Civilization 7. Sid Meier's Civilization 7 - VR marks the series' first venture into the world of VR, set to launch in spring 2025 exclusively on Meta Quest 3 and 3S. This innovative take on the classic game is developed by PlaySide Studios, known for their work on VR titles such as The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners and Meta Horizon Worlds.

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Here's the official description of what players 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.

The base version of Civilization 7, Firaxis’ latest 4X strategy sequel, is already available on PC and console for those who opted for advanced access. Early adopters have shared their feedback on Steam, pointing out issues such as problems with the user interface, a lack of map variety, and a sense that the game launched without several anticipated features. In response, Firaxis has committed to enhancing the UI, introducing teams to multiplayer for cooperative play, and expanding the variety of map types, among other planned updates.

In an interview with IGN before the release of third quarter financial results, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick addressed the mixed reviews from both press and players. He remains optimistic, believing that the "legacy Civ audience" will grow to appreciate the game further with continued play, and he described Civilization 7's early performance as "very encouraging."

For players looking to master the game, we offer comprehensive guides to help you conquer the world. Check out our resources on every Civ 7 victory, the biggest changes from Civ 6 to Civ 7, and the 14 crucial mistakes to avoid in Civ 7. Additionally, we provide detailed explanations on all Civ 7 map types and difficulty settings to ensure you're fully prepared for your journey to global domination.