Sid Meier’s Civilization VII is one of the Switch 2’s launch games, arriving on June 5 alongside Nintendo’s new console. While the game was revealed for the Switch 2 back when the console was revealed in April, it’s now confirmed that Civilization VII is getting a $70 physical Switch 2 edition–though it should be noted that this is simply a code in a box. Nevertheless, if you’re intent on displaying the game’s box in your physical collection, you can preorder Sid Meier’s Civilization VII – Switch 2 Edition now at Amazon.
Sid Meier’s Civilization VII – Switch 2 Edition
$70 | Releases June 5
This is the only physical version of Sid Meier’s Civilization VII available for Switch 2. As mentioned above, this includes a download code for the game–specifically the Switch edition of the game and the Switch 2 Edition upgrade. There is no cartridge or Game-Key Card included in the box.
The Civilization VII Nintendo Switch 2 Edition supports larger in-game map sizes than the Switch version and adds mouse controls for the Joy-Con 2 and GameChat support. It also features enhanced visuals with up to 4K resolution at 30fps or 1080p at 60fps when docked.
Note that anyone who already owns the physical or digital versions of Civilization on the original Switch can also upgrade to the Switch 2 Edition for $10 via the Switch 2 eShop. In fact, if you want to save about 10 bucks dollars, you can grab a boxed copy of Civilization VII on Switch for just $51 (was $60) at Amazon or Walmart, then upgrade to the Switch 2 Edition on June 5.
Alternatively, there’s also the Civilization VII Deluxe Edition for Switch that’s available for $70 (was $90) that adds extra content like the Tecumseh and Shawnee Pack, the Crossroads of the World Collection, and the Deluxe Content Pack. This version can also be upgraded to the Switch 2 Edition, and all Deluxe Edition DLC will carry over.