Civilization VI is a 4X turn-based strategy game in which players guide a civilization from its founding as a small settlement through multiple eras of development. Players explore a procedurally generated map, found cities, research technologies, develop culture, engage in diplomacy, and compete against AI or human opponents to achieve victory through military dominance, scientific advancement, cultural influence, religious conversion, or diplomatic consensus. A key design change from its predecessor is the "unstacking" of cities, requiring players to place districts on surrounding tiles rather than stacking all improvements in the city center, making terrain and geography central to strategic planning. The game received two major expansions, Rise and Fall and Gathering Storm, which introduced mechanics like city loyalty, golden/dark ages, climate change, and natural disasters. It was succeeded by Civilization VII in 2025.
Platforms
Android iOS Linux Mac Switch PC PS4 XONEGenres
Simulator Strategy Turn-based strategy (TBS)Themes
4X (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate) Fantasy Historical
Languages: English and 12 more
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Media
Critic Reviews
COGconnected
By Mark SteighnerThe only question to really debate is who should buy Civilization VI Anthology. For anyone new to the game on any platform, the answer is easy. Anthology is the most complete and full-featured portal to Civilization available, probably for the rest of the game’s life. It’s an exceptional value, entertaining and richly rewarding to play. For players who already own Gathering Storm and several other add-on packs, the answer is less clear and probably depends on how much more Civilization VI they want. Nothing is perfect, but Civilization VI and its wealth of additional content still represents the pinnacle of accessible yet immensely deep strategy gameplay.
PPE.pl
By Patryk DzięglewiczDespite some not particularly nice to accept, marketing decisions of the publisher and minor restrictions, which due to the platform could not be avoided again I got caught up in the fun of Civilization VI. After all, there is always another unit to create, a new factory to build, another government policy to change, one more war to lead and resources to manage.
NerdBacon
By Noelle ReyesCivilization VI is a testament that the turn-based strategy genre is very much alive, and is here for more eras to come. Despite some AI personality hiccups and a steep learning curve, you’ll be on the edge of your seat pleading, “Just one more turn!
XGN.nl
By Kevin de BruinCivilization 6 is great thanks to the many rulers, it's addicting gameplay and because of how well it works on Switch. It's a shame the online multiplayer is missing. It shows it doesn't have everything the PC has, but the gameplay will keep you playing.
Kinglink Reviews
By Kinglink ReviewsWhile a flawed entry, it does have some bright moments. Districts are a great addition and the government system has been overhauled. However, there’s a lot missing and it’s a bit slow.
