Civ7 arcade edition + promise of more Civ7 on PC news soon

[Nikolai II]

From the official discord:

**Civilization VII Arcade Edition is launching February 5 on Mac, iPhone, & iPad via Apple Arcade!**
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While we're still heads down making core updates to Civ VII, our friends at Behaviour Interactive have been hard at work bringing a new way to play Civ VII!

We hope you enjoy this additional way to build your empire <a:civ_intensifies:1336835254505443370> Meanwhile, we will be sharing some updates about the Civ VII experience on PC & consoles soon - so stay tuned!

Sid Meier's Civilization® VII App - App Store

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[FAQ is here!](https://civilization.2k.com/civ-vii/faq/#apple-arcade)

EDIT: Full press release:

The newest entry in the critically-acclaimed, best-selling 4X strategy game franchise will be available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac on Apple Arcade

Today, 2K and Firaxis Games announced Sid Meier's Civilization® VII Arcade Edition, the latest installment in the storied and esteemed strategy series, launches February 5 on Apple Arcade – Apple’s game subscription service that offers unlimited access to more than 200 games.

Developed by Behaviour Interactive in partnership with Firaxis Games, Sid Meier's Civilization VII Arcade Edition enables players to experience the strategic depth of Civilization VII and build an empire to stand the test of time.

In Sid Meier's Civilization VII, strategic decisions shape the identity of an evolving empire. Players rule as one of many legendary leaders from throughout history and steer the course of their story by choosing a new civilization to represent their empire in each Age of human advancement. Construct cities and architectural wonders to expand territory, improve civilization with technological breakthroughs, and conquer or cooperate with rival civilizations as you explore the far reaches of the unknown world.

Discover new ways to play Sid Meier's Civilization VII Arcade Edition with features including:

The Authentic Civilization Experience. Rule as one of many legendary leaders throughout history in this genuine Sid Meier's Civilization VII experience on mobile.
Exclusive Mobile Experience. Build your empire on your iPhone and iPad.
Intuitive Touch Controls. Keep going for one more turn on-the-go with seamless touch controls on iPhone and iPad.

For more information on game features, visit the Sid Meier's Civilization VII Arcade Edition page on the App Store.

 

[Siptah]

What does that even mean? Should be expect a streamlined version? One with a better UI optimized for tablets and phones? Or a full game port?

 

[CaptainAdHoc]

Sid Meier's Civilization® VII is now available on Apple Arcade, empowering you to build the greatest empire the world has ever known! This is the authentic Civilization VII base game experience, bringing the latest entry in the award-winning strategy franchise to your Apple devices including Mac, iPhone, and iPad.

In Civilization VII, your strategic decisions shape the unique cultural lineage of your evolving empire. Rule as one of many legendary leaders from throughout history and steer the course of your story by choosing a new civilization to represent your empire in each Age of human advancement.

• Construct cities and architectural wonders to expand your territory, improve your civilization with technological breakthroughs, and conquer or cooperate with rival civilizations as you explore the far reaches of the unknown world.

• Expand your territory and command your armies using intuitive touch controls on handheld devices, or take advantage of mouse and controller support for both MacOS and iOS.

Whether you choose to follow a path rooted in history or reimagine possibilities to chart your own way forward, build something you believe in and create a legacy that echoes through the Ages in Civilization VII.

Please note that Civilization VII for Apple Arcade will not support multiplayer at launch, and will not receive any DLC seen in Civilization VII on other platforms. Post-launch updates that apply to other platforms may be excluded or delayed for Civilization VII on Apple Arcade.

*Large/Huge map sizes only available on devices with 8GB+ RAM. Terms apply.

 

[stealth_nsk]

What does that even mean? Should be expect a streamlined version? One with a better UI optimized for tablets and phones? Or a full game port?

It's a port, done by outside developer. It looks like full version, just with mobile UI.

 

[Leucarum]

In the FAQ it sounded like the missing features were related to multiplayer and progression so it sounds relatively fully featured. Not that I would play it unless it came to android.

 

[Nikolai II]

What does that even mean? Should be expect a streamlined version? One with a better UI optimized for tablets and phones? Or a full game port?

Apple Arcade is basically Gamepass for iOS and Mac.

 

[vorlon_mi]

IIRC, Apple Arcade is a feature where Apple provides a "storefront" or interface to play certain games. It's interesting that a game as complex as Civ7 could be offered thru the Apple Arcade.

Google has an analogous interface, I think, but I'm blanking on the name.

 

[Nikolai II]

Google has an analogous interface, I think, but I'm blanking on the name.

Google Play. I have it myself for some producivity apps and the occasional game.

 

[Kwami]

In the FAQ it sounded like the missing features were related to multiplayer and progression so it sounds relatively fully featured. Not that I would play it unless it came to android.

But without any of the DLC and possibly without any future updates, though.

 

[magicq99]

According to the App Store description, the Arcade Version will not include multiplayer or any of the DLCs.

I hope Firaxis will continue to support the Mac Version via Steam, including all DLCs, and keep that up to date with the Windows Version.

 

[Kwami]

According to the App Store description, the Arcade Version will not include multiplayer or any of the DLCs.

I hope Firaxis will continue to support the Mac Version via Steam, including all DLCs, and keep that up to date with the Windows Version.

There's nothing to suggest that they won't do so. The Arcade Version is a third-party app. The MacOS version is developed and supported directly by Firaxis.

 

[magicq99]

IIRC, Apple Arcade is a feature where Apple provides a "storefront" or interface to play certain games.

No. Apple Arcade is a subscription service. And IIRC Apple has special restrictions on games for this service, for example no ads and no "pay to win".

I believe they do not allow any paid in-game purchases or DLCs at all in those Arcade games. And this may be a reason why many game publishers are not so keen on being part of Apple Arcade, since they will only get whatever revenue Apple is willing to share with them.

There's nothing to suggest that they won't do so. The Arcade Version is a third-party app. The MacOS version is developed and supported directly by Firaxis.

I hope so. My fear is that at some point they will outsource that as well and make the Arcade Edition the official Mac Version of the game. But I guess they could just maintain both. After all, with Civ VI they also had the Steam Version and a separate Mac App Store Version.

I wonder if this Arcade Edition will be an Apple exclusive, or if it will eventually be offered by other services like the games in Netflix (where Civ VI is available as well).