Firaxis Makes Surprise Sid Meier's Civilization 7 - VR Announcement

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

Sid Meier's Civilization VII - VR, the franchise's first foray into VR, 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:

Experience Civilization VII like never before in VR. The game world unfolds on a Command Table, allowing for detailed views of units and buildings, reminiscent of a dynamic tabletop game. Interact directly with world leaders, forging alliances or declaring war across the ages.

Play in immersive VR or mixed reality, seamlessly switching between modes. VR transports you to a personalized museum overlooking your civilization, while mixed reality adapts the Command Table to your physical space. Detailed dioramas in The Archives showcase your in-game achievements in both VR and mixed reality. Engage in online multiplayer matches with up to three other players.

The PC and console versions of Civilization VII, currently available via early access, have received mixed feedback from players. Steam reviews cite UI issues, limited map variety, and missing features.

Firaxis has addressed these concerns, pledging improvements to the UI, the addition of cooperative teams to multiplayer, and more diverse map types.

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick, in an interview with IGN, acknowledged the negative reviews but expressed confidence in the game's long-term success, predicting that the "legacy Civ audience" will appreciate the game more with continued play.

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