Civilization 7 VR Edition Announced for Meta Quest, Launching Spring 2025

Sid Meier’s Civilization 7 is expanding beyond traditional platforms with a newly announced VR edition set to release on Meta Quest this Spring. Offering an immersive experience, Civilization 7 VR places players around a command table, allowing them to engage directly with life-sized historical leaders.

This unique VR adaptation will bring figures like Benjamin Franklin and Cleopatra to life, delivering diplomacy and strategy discussions face-to-face. The game’s mixed-reality approach reinforces Civilization’s longstanding reputation as a digital board game, allowing players to view the world map from different angles and appreciate intricate details of buildings and units up close.

"Enjoy Civilization from a unique perspective, whether you're peering down from high above the map or leaning all the way in to appreciate the finer details of every building and unit," states the game’s store page on Meta’s website. The VR edition aims to provide a fresh perspective on the franchise’s strategic gameplay, leveraging the immersive capabilities of virtual reality.

While excitement surrounds this VR iteration, the base game has faced mixed reactions. Civilization 7 received a 76% score from PC Gamer—the lowest in the series' history—citing concerns about a clunky UI and underdeveloped new mechanics. Reviewer Robert Zak noted that the game "feels more like a series offshoot than a Civilization 6 sequel," highlighting a lack of meaningful progress for longtime fans. Early access players have echoed these concerns, resulting in a Mixed review score on Steam.

Despite its divisive reception, Civilization 7 VR could offer a fresh and engaging way to experience the franchise. Players can expect its launch on Meta Quest in Spring 2025, with more details likely to come in the months ahead.