Does Civilization 7 Have Cross-Play and Cross-Progression (Civ 7)?

Sid Meier's Civilization VII ushers in a new era for the iconic turn-based strategy series, available across major gaming platforms. This article clarifies its cross-play and cross-progression features.

Cross-Play: Civilization VII supports cross-play, but with limitations. Players require an active 2K account linked to their chosen platforms. Cross-play functions seamlessly across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, macOS, and Linux, offering standard map sizes and player counts. However, Nintendo Switch players experience restrictions. The Switch version cannot handle standard or larger map sizes, and player limits vary by era (four players in Antiquity and Exploration, six in the Modern Age). Therefore, if a Switch player joins a cross-play match, these limitations apply to all participants.

Cross-Progression: Unlike the complexities of cross-play, cross-progression in Civilization VII is straightforward. With an active 2K account, progress is synchronized across all linked platforms. This means players can seamlessly continue their game on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, or other platforms without restarting. This feature, a departure from Civilization VI's post-launch implementation, reflects modern gaming preferences and ensures a consistent experience regardless of the platform used.

Civilization VII launches February 11th.