In an announcement on Steam the system requirements for Sid Meier's Civilization VI have been shared. The strategy sequel is highly anticipated for release next month, and here's word on what sort of PC hardware it will require:
We’re happy to report that we’ve just locked down our system requirements for Civilization VI. Thank you for your patience while we tested a variety of systems to ensure Civilization VI is as optimized as it can be.
Minimum
- OS: Windows 7 64bit / 8.1 64bit / 10 64bit
- PROCESSOR: Intel Core i3 2.5 Ghz or AMD Phenom II 2.6 Ghz or greater
- MEMORY: 4 GB RAM
- HARD DRIVE: 12 GB or more
- DVD-ROM: Required for disc-based installation
- VIDEO CARD: 1 GB DirectX 11 Video Card (AMD 5570 or nVidia 450)
Recommended
- OS: Windows 7 64bit / 8.1 64bit / 10 64bit
- PROCESSOR: Fourth generation Intel Core i5 2.5 Ghz or AMD FX8350 4.0 Ghz or greater
- MEMORY: 8 GB RAM
- HARD DRIVE: 12 GB or more
- DVD-ROM: Required for disc-based installation
- VIDEO CARD: 2 GB DirectX 11 Video Card (AMD 7970 or nVidia 770 or greater)
Other Requirements
Initial installation requires one-time Internet connection for Steam authentication; software installations required (included with the game) include Steam Client, Microsoft Visual C++ 2012 and 2015 Runtime Libraries, and Microsoft DirectX. Internet connection and acceptance of Steam™ Subscriber Agreement required for activation.
Sid Meier's Civilization VI Specifications