{"id":1114655,"date":"2026-01-30T05:57:34","date_gmt":"2026-01-30T05:57:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.polygon.com\/?p=518178"},"modified":"2026-01-30T05:57:34","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T05:57:34","slug":"what-time-does-civilization-7-release-in-early-access","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arcader.org\/news\/what-time-does-civilization-7-release-in-early-access\/","title":{"rendered":"What time does Civilization 7 release in early access?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Civilization 7<\/a><\/em> is releasing for the first time in series history on PC and consoles on the same day.<\/p>\n

The PC and console release is split between multiple days, with an early access period starting as early as Wednesday, Feb. 5,<\/strong> prior to its full release on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Your platform also dictates when you can play: Civilization 7<\/em> will launch globally on Windows PC, but at midnight local time on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.<\/p>\n

Find out what time Civilization 7<\/em> releases in your time zone<\/strong> below, and how to play in early access.<\/p>\n

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How to play Civilization 7 in early access<\/h2>\n

To play Civilization 7<\/em> in early access<\/strong>, you need to purchase either the Deluxe Edition<\/strong> or the Founder\u2019s Edition<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

In addition to getting five days of early access to Civilization 7<\/em>, these editions provide the \u201cTecumseh and Shawnee Pack\u201d and \u201cCrossroads of the World Collection,\u201d which provide a variety of new leaders, personas, civilizations, natural wonders, and cosmetic bonuses.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not necessary to link a 2K account<\/a> to receive these rewards, but make sure to link your account to receive Napoleon Bonaparte and two of his personas.<\/p>\n

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What time does Civilization 7 release in early access?<\/h2>\n

According to a social media post from developer Firaxis, Civilization 7<\/em> in early access on Thursday, February 6<\/strong>, with the exact timing dependent on your platform and time zone.<\/p>\n

To see when Civilization 7<\/em> releases in early access in your region, check out the times below, though note that we\u2019ll update this guide if and when 2k Games provides official confirmation:<\/p>\n

Civilization 7 PC early access release time<\/h3>\n

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For Windows PC players (including those on Steam Deck<\/a>), early access begins globally on Thursday, Feb. 6, at 12 a.m. EST<\/strong>. Here\u2019s when that is in your time zone:<\/p>\n