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 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, Nintendo Switch players encounter restrictions. The Switch version supports smaller map sizes and limited player counts (four players in Antiquity and Exploration Ages, six in the Modern Age) due to hardware limitations. If a Switch player joins a cross-play game, these restrictions apply to all participants. While playable on Switch, these limitations should be considered, 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 tracked, preventing players from restarting on each platform. This feature, absent in Civilization VI at launch, is included in Civilization VII, reflecting modern gaming practices. Whether playing on a Steam Deck, Switch, PC, or console, your progress is consistently saved.
Civilization VII launches February 11th.
