Sid Meier's Civilization VII: VR Variant Surprises at Firaxis

Firaxis Games is bringing the recently released Civilization VII to virtual reality.

Sid Meier's Civilization VII - VR, the franchise's first VR title, will launch exclusively on Meta Quest 3 and 3S headsets in Spring 2025. Developed by PlaySide Studios (known for The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners and Meta Horizon Worlds), this VR adaptation promises a unique experience.

Sid Meier's Civilization VII - VR Screenshots

Here's the official description:

Civilization VII - VR brings the world of Civilization to life as never before. The game world unfolds on a Command Table, allowing players to zoom in for intricate details or zoom out for a strategic overview. Engage directly with world leaders, forging alliances or declaring war across the ages.

Play in immersive VR or mixed reality, switching seamlessly between the two. The VR mode places you in an ornate museum overlooking a personalized vista; mixed reality adapts the Command Table to your physical space. The Archives, a museum room dedicated to your achievements, showcases detailed dioramas in both VR and mixed reality. Engage in online multiplayer with up to three other players on Meta Quest 3 and 3S.

The PC and console versions of Civilization VII, currently available via early access, have received mixed player feedback on Steam. Common criticisms include UI issues, limited map variety, and a perceived lack of expected features.

Firaxis has acknowledged this feedback and pledged improvements, including UI enhancements, cooperative multiplayer teams, and more diverse map types.

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick, in an interview with IGN, addressed the negative reviews, expressing confidence that the core Civilization fanbase will ultimately embrace the game, citing "very encouraging" early performance.

Need help conquering the world? Consult our guides on achieving every Civ VII victory type, understanding key changes for Civ VI players, avoiding crucial mistakes, and exploring map types and difficulty settings.