Firaxis Games and 2K have announced that Sid Meier’s Civilization VII, the highly anticipated turn-based 4X strategy game, has gone gold! This means the main development is complete, and barring any unforeseen circumstances, the game is on track for its February 11th release date. Get ready to conquer the world across all modern platforms, including Steam Deck (it's verified!).

Civilization VII brings exciting changes to the beloved franchise, with reviewers praising the innovative additions. A key feature is the new Legend system, rewarding players for completing campaigns. This is a smart move, addressing the common issue of players not finishing longer campaigns.

While a niche genre, Sid Meier’s Civilization VII is generating significant buzz and is considered one of the most anticipated games of the year, although it doesn't quite match the hype surrounding Grand Theft Auto VI. Priced at the standard $70, pre-orders are now open.