Sid Meier’s Civilization® VII – VR drops today, exclusively on Meta Quest 3 and 3S, bringing the iconic strategy series into virtual and mixed reality. Starting at $59.99 on the Meta Horizon Store, it’s your chance to shape history like never before—whether you’re forging a military empire, a scientific hub, a cultural beacon, or an economic titan.
This isn’t your typical Civ. The game swaps the flat screen for the War Table, a board game-style setup where you plot your moves in VR. Zoom out for a god’s-eye view or lean in to inspect your cities up close. For the first time, you’ll face other leaders—AI or human players*—right at the table, making diplomacy or declarations of war feel personal. Toggle to mixed reality, and the War Table lands in your living room, letting you negotiate with Ben Franklin in your actual space. It’s wild.
New to Civ? You’re guiding a civilization through three ages—Antiquity, Exploration, and Modern—chasing victory via conquest, science, culture, or wealth. Pick a leader and civilization that match your style (e.g., military bonuses for conquest fans), then build your capital near resources like water or mines. Early on, crank out a scout to explore and a warrior to defend. Send scouts to map the world, snag bonuses, and spot rivals before they spot you.
Exploration’s key—scouts uncover Independent Powers (think evolved barbarians), which can be foes or allies if you spend Influence wisely. Diplomacy matters too. In the VR Diplomacy Chamber, you’ll haggle face-to-face with leaders for trade deals or alliances—just don’t trust them too much. Everyone’s playing to win.
Balance short-term goals (build settlements, grab resources) with long-term plans (Legacy Paths for your victory type). Want a cultural win? Build Wonders. Science? Research tech and spread knowledge. Stay focused—spreading too thin can tank your strategy.
Civ VII – VR is a deep, immersive strategy hit that feels fresh in VR/MR. Ready to carve your legacy? Grab it now and start ruling history.
*Online multiplayer requires an Internet connection, a 2K Account (minimum age varies), and a Meta Account.