Publisher 2K Games and developer Firaxis Games have unveiled the PC requirements for the highly anticipated Sid Meier’s Civilization 7, set to launch early next year. The announcement, made via a post on X/Twitter, provides players with a comprehensive overview of the system specifications needed to embark on their strategic conquests when the game arrives in February. While Civilization 7 is also slated for release on MacOS and Linux/SteamOS, 2K has indicated that details regarding those platforms will be shared at a later date.
Minimum Requirements
- Graphics Preset: Low
- Resolution: 1080p
- FPS: 30
- CPU: Intel Core i3-10100 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200
- GPU: NVIDIA GTX 1050 / AMD RX 460 / Intel Arc A380
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Storage: 20 GB SSD
- Operating System: Windows 10 / 11 64-Bit
- DirectX: Version 12
Recommended
- Graphics Preset: Medium
- Resolution: 1080p
- FPS: 60
- CPU: Intel Core i5-10400 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
- GPU: NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 6600 / Intel Arc A750
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Storage: 20 GB SSD
- Operating System: Windows 10 / 11 64-Bit
- DirectX: Version 12
Ultra
- Graphics Preset: High
- Resolution: 4K
- FPS: 60
- CPU: Intel Core i7-14700F / AMD Ryzen 9 5950X
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT
- Memory: 32 GB RAM
- Storage: 20 GB SSD
- Operating System: Windows 10 / 11 64-Bit
- DirectX: Version 12
For those aiming to experience the game at Ultra settings, guidance on optimal hardware can be found through various resources, including recommendations for the best graphics cards and gaming PCs tailored to different budgets. Civilization 7, announced in February 2023, marks the seventh installment in the beloved strategy series, following the release of Civilization 6 in 2016. With gameplay details revealed in August, the community eagerly anticipates the four-month wait until launch, though the timeline for specifications on other platforms remains uncertain.
Sid Meier’s Civilization 7 is set to launch on February 11, 2025, across multiple platforms, including PC, MacOS, Linux, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X | S. A Founders Edition is currently available, offering early access for players starting February 6. For further insights into the upcoming title, including an interview with Firaxis and a preview of the game, enthusiasts can explore additional content available online.
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