In 1991, Sid Meier and his team shipped a new game that challenged players to build civilizations which could stand the test of time. In the 35 years since, millions more players have founded and led countless empires that reshaped world history in their image. We're humbled to celebrate three-and-a-half decades of developing landmark strategy experiences for the best community in gaming. To ev…
The 2K Summer Sale is officially live on Steam, and it’s the perfect excuse to find your next great escape. Summer is about having the time to truly immerse yourself, dive deep into a world, and remember exactly why you fell in love with gaming in the first place. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with a classic masterpiece you haven't played in years, or finally take the plunge on that massi…
Civilization VII 's Test of Time update—the massive, many-months-in-the-works update playtested by Firaxis Feature Workshop participants—arrives May 19, free for all Civ VII players!* To see its game-changing new content in action, tune in to the Firaxis Twitch Channel or Civilizatio n YouTube Channel on May 13 at 11 AM PT/ 2 PM ET / 6PM GMT to watch Firaxis developers play and discuss it in-de…
When Firaxis first conceived of Civilization VII , the ambition was to boldly re-approach the series' classic structure with new mechanics rooted in a more nuanced historical perspective, while honoring and building upon the time-tested strategic gameplay that players love. Since our February 2025 launch, those same players have only helped us better achieve that initial, ambitious vision. Toda…
Firaxis Anniversary Sale May 1st represents a historic milestone for Firaxis Games: 30 years of crafting world-class strategy experiences. To mark three decades of excellence and the debut of a bold new studio identity, a special anniversary sale is now live on Steam. This event is a tribute to the studio’s history, offering deep discounts on the iconic titles that have defined the genre for a…
Save Big During the 2K Spring Sale Shake off the winter frost and grow your library with deep discounts on 2K’s biggest hits. From legendary strategy epics to high-octane shooters, there has never been a better time to jump into a new adventure. The 2K Spring Sale is arriving on Steam from March 19th to March 26th 2026, bringing a fresh season of savings across our catalog! As the days get long…
The massive 2K Publisher Sale has officially started on Steam! For a limited time, grab great deals on your favorite blockbuster games and complete collections! 🔥 New Titles & Major Milestones: Dive into our latest hits and celebrate franchise milestones with great discounts: New Titles: Get Borderlands 4 (30% OFF), experience an all-new era of crime with Mafia: The Old Country (20% OFF), and…
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It's time to build, conquer, and save the world! Dive into the incredible worlds of Firaxis with massive savings on some of their most iconic titles. Whether you're a grand strategy veteran or a tactical genius, there's a deal for you. The Firaxis Games Developer Sale is Here! Featured Deals : Civilization VII: Get started on your journey through history with 35% off the newest installment in t…
The 2K Autumn Sale! · Save 30% on Sid Meier's Civilization VII · Save 80% on Mafia Trilogy · Save 67% on Risk of Rain 2 · Save 80% on BioShock : The Collection And more! Don't miss out on incredible deals on 2K titles and DLC during the 2K Autumn Sale! *Discount based on 2K's SRP. Sale ends 10:00am PST on October 6th, 2025. Terms apply.
The 2K Summer Sale! Hot deals on hot games! Cool down with summer savings! · Save 15% on Sid Meier's Civilization VII* · Save 86% on NBA 2K25 Standard Edition* · Save 95% on Borderlands 3* · Save 80% on Mafia Trilogy* And more! Don't miss out on incredible deals on 2K titles and DLC during the 2K Summer Sale! *Discount based on 2K's SRP. Sale ends 10:00am PST on July 10, 2025. Terms apply. The…
Hey Civ fans, Update 1.2.2 is rolling out now! We’ve been heads-down at Firaxis putting together a hefty update for you this June, packed with long-awaited features like Large and Huge Maps, expanded Advanced Game Options, and a community favorite: Steam Workshop support. This update also brings new Town Specializations, City-State Bonuses, Beliefs, balance changes, UI improvements, and yes – a…
Civilization VII's Steam Workshop is here! As part of Update 1.2.2, Steam Workshop support is now live in Civilization VII ! With the Civ VII Workshop, you can modify your journey through the Ages in Civilization VII with user-made leaders, civs, maps, Narrative Events, and more, then share them with the Civ community and rate your favorites to help boost their visibility! There's a massive amo…
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Today's the day, Civ fans – Sid Meier's Civilization VII is available now! To the entire Civ community, thank you so much for joining us on this journey. We're honored and humbled to be starting this new chapter of Civ history with you, and this is just the beginning of our years-long commitment to Civilization VII . Thanks especially to everyone who has offered feedback and support in the days…
Hey, Civ fans! In celebration of Civilization VII’s launch day, the devs are hosting another Civ Stream! Join us on 2/11/2025 at 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CEST on the Firaxis Games Twitch channel , Civilization YouTube channel , or right here on Steam. We asked, and you answered : we’ll be diving into a game set in the Antiquity Age, as Machiavelli leading Rome. We'll also spend this stream answer…
The worldwide launch of Sid Meier's Civilization VII is just a few weeks away, and we can't wait to see how you build the greatest empire the world has ever known! In any game of Civ VII , empires around the world are all vying for victory – so in the spirit of that global competition, we're hosting the Civ World Summit, a live Civ VII multiplayer showdown between five prominent members of the…
In case you missed it, here’s another roundup of Civilization VII news from the past week: Civ Reveal: Buganda Introducing Modern Age civ Buganda! Settle your empire nearby lakes and navigable rivers to receive powerful bonuses to Food and Culture, and boost Culture even further when pillaging enemies with Buganda’s unique ability. Check out the full game guide here . First Look: Jose Rizal Mee…
In case you missed it, here’s another roundup of Civilization VII news from the past week: Civ Reveals: Siam & Russia Siam and Russia have joined the Modern Age! Build unstoppable coalitions and spread suzerainship far and wide with Siam’s unique ability, Itsaraphab. Or, rake in Culture and Science as Russia, earning big bonuses from tundra tiles. Check out the full game guides for Siam and Rus…
The new monthly challenge for Sid Meier's Civilization VI starts on January 15 on Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox! This new challenge can be attempted on Prince or Emperor difficulty. Each limited-time monthly challenge affords you an opportunity to test your skills as a specific leader in a unique scenario. The first time you successfully complete a challenge, you'll earn yoursel…
In case you missed it, here’s another roundup of Civilization VII news from the past week: Civ Reveals: Qing & French Empire The two next Modern Age civs are here! As Qing China, utilize the powerful Gusa unit to gain strength in large numbers, and rake in gold with imports - at the cost of science. Or, as the French Empire, take advantage of the unique ability to choose the Celebration effects…
In case you missed it, here’s another roundup of Civilization VII news from the past week: Civ Reveal: America Our second Modern Age civ, revealed! America is all about expansion and industry, raking in Gold with its unique ability, Frontier Expansion. Check out the full game guide for all the details. First Looks: Harriet Tubman & Benjamin Franklin Two American East Coast heroes take the stage…
In case you missed it, here’s another roundup of Civilization VII news from the past week: The Game Awards We’ve just debuted a live, orchestral performance of the Civilization VII main theme, composed by the one and only Christopher Tin (the legend behind Baba Yetu, Sogno di Volare). Listen to the full theme on YouTube, or watch the live performance on stage here: Opening Cinematic Trailer Dur…
During The Game Awards 2024, we were thrilled to unveil the "Rediscover Hope" Opening Cinematic Trailer for Sid Meier's Civilization ® VII , showcasing the intro cinematic voiced by Civ VII narrator Gwendoline Christie. In the video above, you can watch the Opening Cinematic Trailer's inspirational story as it unfolds across the Ages. The "Rediscover Hope" Opening Cinematic Trailer also marks t…
The new monthly challenge for Sid Meier's Civilization VI starts on December 10, and can be attempted on Prince or Emperor difficulty! Each limited-time monthly challenge affords you an opportunity to test your skills as a specific leader in a unique scenario. The first time you successfully complete a challenge, you'll earn yourself a new in-game Hall of Fame Badge commemorating your impressiv…
Hey Civ fans, happy holidays! For the final Civ Streams developer livestream of 2024, we're showcasing the last of the three Ages in Sid Meier's Civilization® VII : the Modern Age. We'll be deep-diving into live gameplay of Modern Age civilization America, plus the debut of two new leaders in Benjamin Franklin and someone we've saved as a surprise! Tune in on December 17 at 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 5…
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