Sid Meier's Civilization VII: A Comprehensive Preorder Guide
Get ready to conquer the world! Sid Meier's Civilization VII launches on February 11, 2025 (February 6th for select editions) for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. This latest installment in the acclaimed strategy series offers diverse paths to global domination – military might, scientific advancement, cultural influence, and more. Preorders are now open across various editions, each offering unique content. Let's break them down:
Civilization VII (Standard Edition)
- Release Date: February 11, 2025
- Price: Varies by platform (see below)
- Preorder Bonus: Tecumseh and Shawnee Pack
Pricing and Availability:
- PS5: $69.99 (Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, PS Store Digital) Note: No physical PS4 version; digital purchase includes both PS4 and PS5 versions.
- Xbox Series X|S: $69.99 (Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Xbox Store Digital). Physical version compatible with Xbox One and Series X.
- Nintendo Switch: $59.99 (Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, eShop Digital)
- PC: $61.59 (Fanatical), $69.99 (Steam)
Civilization VII Deluxe Edition
- Release Date: February 6, 2025 (Early Access)
- Price: Varies by platform (see below)
- Includes: Base game, Early Access (February 6th), Tecumseh and Shawnee Pack, Crossroads of the World Collection, Deluxe Content Pack.
Pricing and Availability:
- PS5: $99.99 (Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, PS Store Digital). Digital only for PS4.
- Xbox Series X|S: $99.99 (Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Xbox Store Digital)
- Nintendo Switch: $89.99 (Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, eShop Digital)
- PC: $87.99 (Fanatical), $99.99 (Steam)
Civilization VII Founders Edition (Digital Only)
- Release Date: February 6, 2025 (Early Access)
- Price: Varies by platform (see below)
- Includes: Base game, Early Access (February 6th), Tecumseh and Shawnee Pack, Crossroads of the World Collection, Right to Rule Collection, Deluxe Content Pack, Founders Content Pack. (Note: Contains 6 DLCs, available by September 2025)
Pricing and Availability:
- PS5: $129.99
- Xbox Series X|S: $129.99
- Nintendo Switch: $119.99
- PC: $114.39 (Fanatical), $129.99 (Steam)
Civilization VII Collector’s Edition
- Price: $149.99 - $279.99 (Final Boss Bundle)
- Availability: Final Boss Bundle only. Can be purchased with or without the PC (Steam) version of the game.
- Includes: Game (PC Steam version optional), "The Passage of Time" Clock, Scout Figure, Logo Pin, Challenge Coin, Postcards, Art Print, and Patch Set.
What is Civilization VII?
Civilization VII continues the legacy of the renowned strategy series, allowing players to guide a civilization through history, from antiquity to the modern age. A key innovation is the ability to choose a new civilization for each of three distinct eras (Antiquity, Exploration, Modern), with only the chosen leader carrying over between eras.
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the available preorder options for Civilization VII. Choose the edition that best suits your needs and prepare for an epic journey through history!
