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Civ VI | May Challenge of the Month

by gabe.baltazar

Today we're excited to share that the next monthly Civilization VI challenge, Reach for the Heavens, is now live for the Steam version of the game on PC. This challenge can be attempted at either Prince or Emperor difficulty. For a limited time, challenges like this one afford you an opportunity to test your skills as a specific leader in a unique scenario. The first time you successfully complete each challenge, you'll earn yourself a new in-game Hall of Fame Badge. To play the current challenge between May 14 and June 18, go to the main menu in-game and click on "Reach for the Heavens - Challenge of the Month." Note that if you don't own any of the DLC featured in the challenge, you will be granted free trial access to it for use in the challenge so you don't miss out. We'll update this page with details on upcoming challenges as they become available. CURRENT EVENT CHALLENGE 7: REACH FOR THE HEAVENS Designed by Civilization streamer Potato McWhiskey, this event challenges you to lea...

Civ VI | April Challenge of the Month

by 2K_Myles

Today we're excited to share that the next monthly Civilization VI challenge, Three Stars Each, is now live for the Steam version of the game on PC. This challenge can be attempted at either Prince or Emperor difficulty. For a limited time, challenges like this one afford you an opportunity to test your skills as a specific leader in a unique scenario. The first time you successfully complete each challenge, you'll earn yourself a new in-game Hall of Fame Badge. To play the current challenge between April 9 and May 14, go to the main menu in-game and click on "Three Stars Each - Challenge of the Month." Note that if you don't own any of the DLC featured in the challenge, you will be granted free trial access to it for use in the challenge so you don't miss out. We'll update this page with details on upcoming challenges as they become available. CURRENT EVENT CHALLENGE 6: THREE STARS EACH The Babylonians were the first to record the cadence of the stars and planets in the sky. As Hammur...

Civ VI | March Challenge of the Month

by 2K_Myles

Today we're excited to share that the next monthly Civilization VI challenge, Ides of March, is now live for the Steam version of the game on PC. This challenge can be attempted at either Prince or Emperor difficulty. For a limited time, challenges like this one afford you an opportunity to test your skills as a specific leader in a unique scenario. The first time you successfully complete each challenge, you'll earn yourself a new in-game Hall of Fame Badge. To play the current challenge between March 12 and April 9, go to the main menu in-game and click on "Ides of March - Challenge of the Month." Note that if you don't own any of the DLC featured in the challenge, you will be granted free trial access to it for use in the challenge so you don't miss out. We'll update this page with details on upcoming challenges as they become available. CURRENT EVENT CHALLENGE 5: IDES OF MARCH The Fall of Rome is imminent! As Caesar, do you have what it takes to snatch victory from the jaws of defe...

Civilization 6 is free to try, 90% off to buy this weekend

by Jonathan Bolding

The historically-flavored 4X Sid Meier's Civilization 6 is free to play on Steam this weekend, letting anyone try the core experience of the most recent game in the long-running and genre defining strategy series. The core game is free, which includes some eight years of updates and free civilizations to play as—enough to keep you occupied for months, not just a single weekend... Read more.

Steam's 4X strategy game champion goes free, but just for a few days

by editor@pcgamesn.com

When it comes to 4X strategy games, Civilization 6 is the undisputed king of the castle. While there's a lot of fantastic options out there, such as Age of Wonders 4, Endless Legend, and the newly released Solium Infernum, Civ 6 remains a must-play for pretty much any strategy fan with a PC to hand. The good news is that the all-conquering Firaxis game is currently available to play as a free Steam game for the weekend, including both of its expansions, and it's yours at a massive discount in a Steam sale if you enjoy yourself. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Steam's defining 4X strategy game is a ridiculous 91% off New Civilization 7 details hinted by Firaxis job listing One of the greatest strategy games ever made is now 90% off

Steam's defining 4X strategy game is a ridiculous 91% off

by editor@pcgamesn.com

Civilization 6 needs no introduction, as since it was released back in 2016, it's been the definitive strategy game for both the hardcore audience as well as those who just enjoy dipping their toes into the intricate subgenre. While the game is often on sale on the Steam shop storefront, there is a particularly unique sale going on that can nab players who have yet to dive into the expansive game a whole host of DLC content for a price that would make world leaders tremble in their boots. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Six strategy games like Civilization New Civilization 7 details hinted by Firaxis job listing One of the greatest strategy games ever made is now 90% off

Steam's defining 4X strategy game is a ridiculous 91% off

by editor@pcgamesn.com

Civilization 6 needs no introduction, as since it was released back in 2016, it's been the definitive strategy game for both the hardcore audience as well as those who just enjoy dipping their toes into the intricate subgenre. While the game is often on sale on the Steam shop storefront, there is a particularly unique sale going on that can nab players who have yet to dive into the expansive game a whole host of DLC content for a price that would make world leaders tremble in their boots. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Six strategy games like Civilization New Civilization 7 details hinted by Firaxis job listing One of the greatest strategy games ever made is now 90% off

Civ VI | February Challenge of the Month

by 2K_Myles

Today we're excited to share that the next monthly Civilization VI challenge, The Head of Cyrus, is now live for the Steam version of the game on PC. This challenge can be attempted at either Prince or Emperor difficulty. For a limited time, challenges like this one afford you an opportunity to test your skills as a specific leader in a unique scenario. The first time you successfully complete each challenge, you'll earn yourself a new in-game Hall of Fame Badge. To play the current challenge between February 13 and March 12, go to the main menu in-game and click on "The Head of Cyrus - Challenge of the Month." Note that if you don't own any of the DLC featured in the challenge, you will be granted free trial access to it for use in the challenge so you don't miss out. CURRENT EVENT CHALLENGE 4: THE HEAD OF CYRUS This Valentine's Day, Cyrus the Great has proposed to you, the Scythian queen Tomyris. Respond in the only way you know how - with a beheading. Peace is not an option and war ...

Civ VI | January Challenge of the Month

by 2K_Myles

Today we're excited to share that the next monthly Civilization VI challenge, Robot Revolution, is now live for the Steam version of the game on PC. As with the previous challenge, Robot Revolution can be attempted at either Prince or Emperor difficulty. For a limited time, challenges like this one afford you an opportunity to test your skills as a specific leader in a unique scenario. The first time you successfully complete each challenge, you'll earn yourself a new in-game Hall of Fame Badge. To play the current challenge between January 9 and February 13, go to the main menu in-game and click on "Robot Revolution - Challenge of the Month." Note that if you don't own any of the DLC featured in the challenge, you will be granted free trial access to it for use in the challenge so you don't miss out. CURRENT EVENT CHALLENGE: ROBOT REVOLUTION Do you have what it takes to ensure your civilization's survival for 100 turns in a frozen, post-nuclear future? From now until February 13, you'...

Civ VI | December Challenge of the Month

by crystal.2K

To play the current challenge between December 12 and January 9, go to the main menu in-game and click on "Seven Seas - Challenge of the Month." Note that if you don't own any of the DLC featured in the challenge, you will be granted free trial access to it for use in the challenge so you don't miss out. The second of these challenges, Seven Seas, is now live, and—based on feedback from the first challenge—can be attempted at either Prince or Emperor difficulty. We'll update this page with details on upcoming challenges as they become available. CURRENT EVENT CHALLENGE 2: SEVEN SEAS The continents have been consumed by oceans. Civilizations persist, scattered across the mountainous islands that remain, but for some it will prove nigh impossible to thrive in this unfamiliar environment. Playing as the Norwegian leader Harald Hardrada, you find yourself at an advantage. You've already explored most of the ocean, your Viking Longships are unrivaled in naval combat, and you have the unique...

Civ VI | November Challenge of the Month

by crystal.2K

Today we're excited to share that we've introduced all-new monthly challenges to the Steam version of Civilization VI. For a limited time, each of these challenges will afford you an opportunity to test your skills as a specific leader in a unique scenario. The first time you successfully complete each challenge, you'll earn yourself a new in-game Hall of Fame Badge.  To play the current challenge, go to the main menu in-game and click on "Age of Abundance - Challenge of the Month." The first of these challenges, The Age of Abundance, is already live. We'll update this page with details on upcoming events as they become available. CURRENT EVENT EVENT 1: THE AGE OF ABUNDANCE The Age of Abundance is upon us! From now until December 12, test your leadership skills in the first of our new series of in-game events by achieving a Culture Victory as the Greek politician and general, Pericles. You start with two cities and 1000 gold, close to valuable resources, and on the exact same map as ot...

New Civilization 7 details hinted by Firaxis job listing

by editor@pcgamesn.com

Civilization 7 is confirmed, as the next generation of Firaxis' iconic strategy sim looks to take on new rivals in the form of Ara History Untold and Millennia, and old competitors like Crusader Kings. The sequel to Civilization 6 has been officially announced, but details on Civ 7 are still relatively sparse. A new listing from Firaxis however, which also has the superlative XCOM 2 under its belt, suggests some possible expectations and plans to the Civ 6 sequel, as well as ambitions regarding Civilization's "continued reign." Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Six strategy games like Civilization One of the greatest strategy games ever made is now 90% off Free Civilization 6 update adds new achievements and leader abilities

Tune In For Creator Game Night #3

by crystal.2K

The Civilization series is 32 years old this month! To mark the occasion, we've partnered with The Civ Show to host three Civ Creator Game Nights, the last of which will be live on Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook on Tuesday. The creators joining us to wage war during Domination Week include the brilliant strategist Potato McWhiskey, renowned empire builder Ursa Ryan, armchair admiral Daltos, and cunning commander The Spiffing Brit! Stream #3 - 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm BST, September 26 DOMINATION WEEK Creators: Potato McWhiskey, Ursa Ryan, Daltos, The Spiffing Brit Leaders: Shaka Zulu, Teddy Roosevelt (Rough Rider), Suleiman, John Curtin In case you missed the previous streams, you can watch them via the links below: Stream #2: INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION WEEK with Boesthius, SassyGamerLady, Tealful, and Paisley Trees Stream #1: WONDER/CULTURE WEEK with OnSpotTV, Lumba3go, TheGameMechanic, and whiteandnerdytv

Tune In For Creator Game Night #2

by crystal.2K

The Civilization series is 32 years old this month! To mark the occasion, we're partnering with The Civ Show to host three Civ Creator Game Nights, which will be streamed on Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook. Each week, four popular Civ content creators will face off against each other in a multiplayer game of Civilization VI. On last week's stream, creators OnSpotTV, Lumba3go, TheGameMechanic, and whiteandnerdytv competed to see which of them could build seven Wonders first. The details for this week's stream are below: Stream #2 - 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm BST, September 21 INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION WEEK Creators: Boesthius, SassyGamerLady, Tealful, Paisley Trees Leaders: Abraham Lincoln, Menelik II, Age of Steam Victoria, Ludwig II

Tune In Today For The First Civ Creator Game Night

by crystal.2K

The Civilization series is 32 years old this month! To mark the occasion, we're partnering with The Civ Show to host three Civ Creator Game Nights, which will be streamed on Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook. Each week, four popular Civ content creators will face off against each other in a multiplayer game of Civilization VI. Leaders will be randomly chosen from a pre-selected pool, while a weekly theme will determine the starting era, gameplay mode, map type, and custom win condition. Details for the first stream are below. Stream #1 - 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm BST, September 14 WONDER/CULTURE WEEK Creators: OnSpotTV, Lumba3go, TheGameMechanic, whiteandnerdytv Leaders: Magnificence Catherine, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Ramses, Qin Shi Huang (Mandate of Heaven) Stay tuned for details each week! LEARN MORE about the Civilization VI: Leader Pass HERE: https://civilization.com/leader-pass/ Join the official Civilization Newsletter to stay up-to-date on Civ News!: https://2kgam.es/3ODNgLK