Sid Meier's Civilization VII ushers in a new era for the iconic turn-based strategy series, available across major gaming platforms. This guide clarifies its cross-play and cross-progression features.

Cross-Play:

Civilization VII supports cross-play, but with limitations. Players require an active 2K account linked to their chosen platforms. Cross-play functions seamlessly across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, macOS, and Linux, offering standard map sizes and player counts.

However, incorporating Nintendo Switch players introduces restrictions. The Switch version has limitations on map size (cannot support standard or larger maps) and player counts (up to four players in Antiquity and Exploration Ages, six in the Modern Age). Therefore, cross-play sessions involving a Switch will adhere to these lower limits. While playable on Switch, players should be aware of these inherent constraints, especially in online multiplayer.

Cross-Progression:

Unlike the nuanced cross-play, Civilization VII's cross-progression is straightforward. With an active 2K account, progress is synchronized across all linked platforms. Game saves are unified, preventing the need to restart on each platform. This feature, a response to modern gaming habits, is available at launch, unlike Civilization VI, which received it via a post-release update. Whether playing on a Steam Deck, Switch, PC, or console, your progress remains consistent.

Civilization VII launches February 11th.