The iconic Civilization franchise is set to make its debut in virtual re. Civilization VII – VR is launching on Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S this spring. In immersive VR and mixed reality format, the game promises to offer players a whole new way to experience world domination.
While the game is confirmed for a spring release, no specific launch date or pricing details have been revealed yet.
To adapt the game for VR, 2K, and Firaxis have designed a unique board game-style presentation, which is projected into the player’s physical space using Quest’s passthrough cameras. Players can also opt for a virtual museum environment, where they can oversee their civilization from a scenic backdrop personalized to their chosen leader.
Civilization VII – VR also includes a multiplayer mode, where players will see their opponents represented as digital avatars of their chosen leaders, sitting around a virtual game board. This innovative approach adds a social and interactive layer to the traditionally turn-based strategy game, making diplomacy—and warfare—more immersive than ever.
Meta claims that Civilization VII – VR delivers the full Civilization experience but with some adjustments to make it more VR-friendly. One notable change is the default game speed, which has been sped up to accommodate shorter play sessions. However, players will still have the option to adjust the pace to their preference, ensuring both newcomers and hardcore fans can enjoy the game at their own rhythm.
Watch the announcement trailer below.
