Get Your Civilization 7 Fix Early: Find Out How to Play Before Everyone Else!

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The launch of “Civilization 7” is just about here, and fans are excited to dive back into this renowned strategy series with the eagerly awaited new installment. Depending on which version of “Civ 7” you buy or your time zone, you might be able to start playing “Civ 7” earlier than the official release date.

In essence, “Civ 7” is scheduled to debut with an Advanced Access and a regular release, but it’s important to note that all platforms will not simultaneously launch on the same day. However, the PC version will be available at the same time for both releases. This guide provides details about the expected launch dates for Early Access and standard versions, as well as offering a brief overview of the anticipated release timings for “Civ 7”.

Civilization 7 Release Date & Time

Civ 7 Standard & Advanced Access Launch Dates

For the release of “Civilization 7”, there are two distinct dates: one for its Early Access debut, and another for the standard edition launch. Notably, fans who bought either the Deluxe or Founders’ Editions of “Civilization 7” will get early access to the game around five days prior to those who opt for the Standard Edition.

As of now, the anticipated release date for “Civilization 7” is February 11, 2025, across PC, PlayStation, Switch, and Xbox platforms. However, those with “Civ 7 Early Access” will enjoy playing it ahead of time, starting from February 6, 2025.

In order to gain access to the Advanced Features in Civ 7, you’ll need to purchase one of the upgraded editions instead of simply pre-ordering the standard edition. Pre-ordering the standard edition will only grant you the Tecumseh and Shawnee pack, but not early access to advanced features in Civ 7.

If you’ve already purchased the Standard version but are eager to play Civilization 7 ahead of its official release, consider upgrading to either the Deluxe or Founders’ Edition prior to the Standard version’s launch. This way, you can start playing the game a few days earlier.

Expected Civilization 7 Release Time

Although it seems like the preliminary launch dates for the highly anticipated “Civilization 7” allegedly surfaced prematurely in an unintended early post from Firaxis, it’s essential to note that these supposed release dates have yet to be formally validated.

As per the report, it’s expected that console gamers can start playing the game at midnight according to their respective time zones on either the 6th or the 11th.

US gamers can expect to start playing at 9 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST) on February 5, 2025, which is equivalent to Midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) when converted to their local time zones.

In most time zones, console players will need to wait until midnight for the game release, but the PC version of the game is set to go live simultaneously. According to a recent leak, the Early Access for PC’s Civilization 7 will be accessible at 6 p.m. EST on February 5, 2025, with the Standard Edition following suit at midnight EST on the same date, February 10.

Even though many gamers can start playing the game at midnight on the 6th and 11th, it’s important to note that PC players actually get access to the game earlier. In fact, they can begin playing up to an entire day before the official release of Civ 7, depending on their time zone.

This manual will include exact timing information for different regions worldwide, once Firaxis discloses official release timings prior to the game’s advance access launch on February 6, 2025.

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2025-02-01 01:50