Civilization VII System Requirements Unveiled: From Low-End PCs to 4K Ultra Setups

By Anshul╺

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Firaxis, the studio behind the legendary 4X strategy series, has finally revealed the system requirements for the highly anticipated Sid Meier’s Civilization VII. Good news for budget gamers: you won’t need to break the bank to join the race for global domination.

Accessible for Most, Demanding for Ultra

The game’s specs range from surprisingly modest to decidedly high-end, catering to various PC setups. Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll need:

Low Settings (1080p at 30 fps)

  • OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
  • CPU: Intel Core i3-10100 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200
  • GPU: NVIDIA GTX 1050, AMD RX 460, or Intel Arc A380
  • RAM: 8 GB
  • Storage: 20 GB SSD

Medium Settings (1080p at 60 fps)

  • OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
  • CPU: Intel Core i5-10400 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
  • GPU: NVIDIA RTX 2060, AMD RX 6600, or Intel Arc A750
  • RAM: 16 GB
  • Storage: 20 GB SSD

Ultra Settings (4K at 60 fps)

  • OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
  • CPU: Intel Core i7-14700F or AMD Ryzen 9 5950X
  • GPU: NVIDIA RTX 4070 or AMD RX 7800 XT
  • RAM: 32 GB
  • Storage: 20 GB SSD

It’s worth noting that the game’s storage footprint is relatively small at just 20 GB, regardless of quality settings. This is refreshing in an era where AAA titles require over 100 GB of space.

Looking Ahead

Civilization VII is set to launch on February 11, 2025, for PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store), PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch platforms. With its wide range of system requirements, Firaxis seems committed to making the game accessible to as many players as possible while still pushing the boundaries for those with high-end rigs.

Whether you’re a seasoned Civ veteran or a newcomer to the series, there’s likely a setting that will work for your setup. Remember: no matter how robust your PC is, “one more turn” can keep you up all night!

SourceSid Meier’s Civilization VII