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Steam app 289070 · updated 10 Sep 2026, 16:40 UTC

Sid Meier’s Civilization® VI

Expand your empire, advance your culture and go head-to-head against history’s greatest leaders. Will your civilization stand the test of time?

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Sid Meier’s Civilization® VI Steam header artwork
Firaxis Games, Aspyr (Mac), Aspyr (Linux)2K, Aspyr (Mac), Aspyr (Linux)
22,802playing now
39,35024-hour peak
162,314all-time peak
29,584average, last 30 days

Game information

Updated 10 Sep 2026, 16:40 UTC
App ID
289070
Product type
Game
Developer
Firaxis Games, Aspyr (Mac), Aspyr (Linux)
Publisher
2K, Aspyr (Mac), Aspyr (Linux)
Release date
20 Oct, 2016
Release status
Released
Early Access
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Strategy
Game modes
Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, LAN PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP, Shared/Split Screen, Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Controller support
Declared DRM
Achievements
320
Steam Deck
Playable
Metacritic
88

Features & support

Steam features

Steam AchievementsSteam Trading CardsSteam WorkshopIn-App PurchasesSteam Turn NotificationsRemote Play on TabletRemote Play TogetherFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

Accessibility

Popular tags

StrategyTurn-Based StrategyMultiplayerHistoricalGrand StrategySingleplayerTurn-Based4XCity BuilderWarSimulationTacticalManagementBuildingOnline Co-OpModdableGreat SoundtrackCo-opHex GridAtmospheric
About this gameFull description from Steam
Civilization VI offers new ways to engage with your world: cities now physically expand across the map, active research in technology and culture unlocks new potential, and competing leaders will pursue their own agendas based on their historical traits as you race for one of five ways to achieve victory in the game. ‎‏‏‎‎‏‏‎ See the marvels of your empire spread across the map like never before. Each district, wonder, and improvement is built on its own hex, allowing you to customize your city to your heart’s content. From the Commercial Hub to the Spaceport, every district provides unique and powerful bonuses. Pick and choose which districts to build to fit your needs! Build better than your opponents, place yourself strategically for your allies, and become the best civilization on Earth. Boost your civilization’s progress through history to unlock powerful bonuses before anyone else! To advance more quickly, use your units to actively explore, develop your environment, and discover new cultures. Research isn’t just limited to science. Explore the Civics tree to unlock powerful new governments and cultural policies Cultivate the civilization that fits your playstyle, or switch it up every time you play! As the game progresses, so do your diplomatic relationships. From primitive first interactions where conflict is a fact of life, to late game alliances and negotiations. Carry influence with nearby city states to gain its diplomatic allegiance and earn game-changing city-state bonuses Enlist spies to gather crucial intel on rival civilizations, steal precious resources, and even topple governments.
Content & age ratings10 regional ratings

Regional ratings

CRL12
CSRRC12
DEJUS10Violence
ESRBe10Drug Reference · Language · Mild Violence · Suggestive Themes
FPB13Violence
IGRS18Rokok dan/atau rokok elektronik, minuman beralkohol, narkotika, psikotropika, dan/atau zat adiktif lainnya · Penggunaan bahasa · Kekerasan
KGRB12
NZOFLCpg
OFLCpg
PEGI12Violence
System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7x64 / Windows 8.1x64 / Windows 10x64 Processor: Intel Core i3 2.5 Ghz or AMD Phenom II 2.6 Ghz or greater Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: 1 GB & AMD 5570 or nVidia 450 or Intel Integrated Graphics 530 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 17 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Device Additional Notes: Initial installation requires one-time Internet connection for Steam authentication; software installations required (included with the game) include Steam Client, Microsoft Visual C++ 2012 and 2015 Runtime Libraries, and Microsoft DirectX. Internet connection and acceptance of Steam™ Subscriber Agreement required for activation. See for details.

Recommended

Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7x64 / Windows 8.1x64 / Windows 10x64 Processor: Fourth Generation Intel Core i5 2.5 Ghz or AMD FX8350 4.0 Ghz or greater Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: 2GB & AMD 7970 or nVidia 770 or greater DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 23 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Device

macOS

Minimum: OS: 10.14.6 (Mojave) Processor: Intel Core i5 2.7Ghz Memory: 6 GB RAM Graphics: 1 GB GPU Minimum - GeForce 775M | Radeon HD 6970 | Intel Iris Pro Storage: 17 GB available space Additional Notes: NOTICE: It is possible for Mac and PC to become out of sync during updates or patches. Within this time period, Mac users will only be able to play other Mac users. Recommended:

Linux

Minimum: OS: Ubuntu 16.04 (64bit) Processor: Intel Core i3 530 or AMD A8-3870 Memory: 6 GB RAM Graphics: 1 GB VRAM Minimum - NVIDIA GeForce 650 Storage: 17 GB available space Additional Notes: IMPORTANT NOTICE: Some Intel i3 Processors may require an additional 2 GB Swap Partition. IMPORTANT NOTICE: ATI and INTEL chipsets are NOT supported to run Civilization VI LINUX. Don't meet the above requirements? Running on a unique distro? That doesn't mean your configuration wont run Civ VI! Visit the Civilization VI community page to share your experience with other Linux players and learn about how to send bugs to Aspyr. Your feedback will help us improve Civ VI Linux and future AAA Linux releases! Recommended:
Supported languages12 languages
LanguageFull audio
English
French
Italian
German
Spanish - Spain
Japanese
Korean
Polish
Portuguese - Brazil
Russian
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese

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Screenshots & trailersScreenshots and trailers

Trailers

AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

320 achievements in total.

Show selected achievements (may contain spoilers)
Game, Settler, MatchAchievement
Irish HeartbeatAchievement
Warlording Over OthersAchievement
Machiavelli's Great WorkAchievement
The Divine Right of KingsAchievement
Emperor's New GrooveAchievement
12 Labors of HerculesAchievement
God-LikeAchievement
Mission to MarsAchievement
NirvanaAchievement

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