Civilization 7 is, for many, the next hope in the turn-based strategy realm. It hasn’t been long since the game was announced, and the release date is reportedly not as far off as a recent leak suggests.
What kind of game will Civilization 7 be? It has been 8 years since Civilization 6 was released on all possible platforms. The game is a turn-based strategy game where you, with various civilizations, attempt to build your civilization while paying attention to resources, other civilizations, and victory conditions.
At the Summer Games Fest 2024, it was finally revealed that a new title in the series is in the works. According to current leaks, the 7th installment of the series will not take long to arrive. The title is expected to be released on major platforms in the spring of 2025. Even the current weakest console, the Nintendo Switch, is expected to receive a port.
If you are looking for an alternative until then, MeinMMO editor Schuhmann recommends Humankind: It was criticized at its release, but now Humankind is a strong strategy game on Steam.
The game is set to be released for PC and major consoles
What are these leaks about? On x.com, the leaker @billbil_kun, who has proven to be a reliable source in the past, posted new information about Civilization 7.
The leaker mentions February 11, 2025, as the release date. There will supposedly be two versions. Those who purchase the Deluxe Edition will be able to play it as early as February 6. The standard version of the game for PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S is expected to cost around €70. The Switch version is supposed to be €10 cheaper.
It remains exciting to see how well the Switch version will perform. Civilization 6 was also released on the Switch, where it ran solidly. However, newer third-party titles on the Switch have shown that the technology is not always perfectly optimized. A good example is Mortal Kombat 1 from 2023. Even the trailer drew criticism back then. On the other hand, the turn-based strategy genre is certainly well-suited for handheld gaming.
How trustworthy are the leaks? In the past, the leaker has proven to be credible several times, consistently getting leaks about prices and release dates right. Civilization 7 was also leaked before its announcement. However, keep in mind that this is just a leak. There is still no confirmed information about the release date or the various editions of Civilization 7.
During gamescom, we may learn more about the release of the strategy game. Civilization 6 is popular among many players. Many spend countless hours in the game: After 21,136 hours with a single game, he judges on Steam: “I think the first 20,000 hours were okay.”
