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, launching across major gaming platforms. This guide clarifies the game's cross-play and cross-progression features.

Cross-Play in Civilization VII:

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 doesn't support standard or larger map sizes. Multiplayer limits are four players in Antiquity and Exploration Ages, and six in the Modern Age. If a Switch player joins a cross-play session, these limitations apply to all participants. While playable on Switch, these limitations should be considered, especially in online multiplayer.

Cross-Progression in Civilization VII:

Unlike the nuanced cross-play, Civilization VII's cross-progression is straightforward. With an active 2K account, progress is synchronized across all linked platforms. Players can seamlessly transition between PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and other supported platforms without restarting their game. This feature, absent in Civilization VI at launch, reflects modern gaming practices. Whether playing on a Steam Deck, Switch, PC, or console, your progress is consistently tracked.

Civilization VII launches February 11th.