Sid Meier's Civilization VII

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Sid Meier's Civilization VII

Firaxis Games

Windows; macOS; Linux; PlayStation 5; PlayStation 4; Xbox Series X|S; Xbox One; Nintendo Switch; Nintendo Switch 2Paid (premium base game) with optional paid DLC/editions and in-game purchases

Health Score

MIXED

Official Website

About This Game

A turn-based 4X strategy game where players guide a civilization from antiquity into the modern age by researching technologies, building cities and wonders, conducting diplomacy, and waging warfare. Tone is historical/strategic and non-graphic — gameplay emphasizes long-term planning and decision-making rather than action. citeturn0search0turn1search0

Score Breakdown

Positive Aspects

Educational Value

3/5

Creativity

3/5

Pro-Social

3/5

Risk Factors

Addictive Monetization

3/5

Time Pressure / FOMO

1/5

Social Risk

3/5

Content Intensity

2/5

Negatives

•Paid DLC
•special/Founders editions and optional in-game purchases increase cost over time
•online multiplayer exposes players to interaction with strangers
•some early user feedback reported UI issues and bugs at launch. citeturn1search1turn2news13

Positives

•Promotes strategic thinking
•planning and reading
•turn-based pacing (less real-time stress)
•cross-play and multiplayer options allow playing with friends
•mod support and cosmetic personalization available.

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Official Ratings

E10+

ESRB

Alcohol and Tobacco ReferenceMild LanguageMild ViolenceSuggestive Themes

Users Interact; In-Game Purchases. citeturn2search1

PEGI

ViolenceBad LanguageIn-Game Purchases. citeturn4search3

Age Recommendations

ℹ️Ages 3-5

Not appropriate — too complex and requires reading, long-term planning, and heavy menu navigation.

ℹ️Ages 6-8

Often too complex; with heavy parental guidance and very simplified play it can teach turn-taking and basic strategy, but content and UI complexity make it a poor fit for independent play.

ℹ️Ages 9-12

Generally suitable with supervision. Encourages logical thinking and planning, but parents should enable privacy/parental controls for online play and monitor spending for DLC/in-game purchases.

ℹ️Ages 13-15

Appropriate for most teens. Good for developing strategic thinking and reading comprehension; advise using account/parental controls to manage purchases and online interactions.

ℹ️Ages 16-18

Appropriate. Mature teens can enjoy full features including multiplayer and mods; be aware of optional paid content and online community interactions.