Sid Meier's Civilization VII ushers in a new era for the iconic turn-based strategy series, available across major gaming platforms. This article 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 across their chosen platforms. Cross-play functions seamlessly between PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, macOS, and Linux, offering standard map sizes and player counts. However, Nintendo Switch players face restrictions due to the console's hardware limitations. The Switch version cannot support standard or larger map sizes. Multiplayer game sizes are also capped: four players in Antiquity and Exploration Ages, and six in the Modern Age. Therefore, while cross-play is possible with Switch players, expect these limitations to impact gameplay.
Cross-Progression: Unlike the nuanced cross-play, Civilization VII's cross-progression is straightforward. With an active 2K account, progress is synced across all linked platforms. This means players can seamlessly transition between PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and other platforms without restarting their game. This feature, unlike in Civilization VI where it was a post-launch addition, is available from the game's release, reflecting modern gaming practices. Whether playing on a Steam Deck, Switch, PC, or console, your progress is consistently tracked.
Civilization VII launches February 11.
