Poll

Is Civilization VI Cross Platform?

No

Civilization VI is not cross platform, so the whole group needs the same platform.

  • PC 
  • PS4 
  • Xbox 
  • Switch 

Civilization VI multiplayer at a glance

How you play

Players2 to 8 online · 8 on one screen

Can you play Civilization VI split screen or online?

Yes, Civilization VI has split screen for up to 8 on one screen (only on PC, Mac and Switch), and up to 8 can play together online. One copy is enough to play online together.

What it costs

Copies neededNo, one copy is enough

Does everyone have to buy Civilization VI?

One copy lets the group play online together.

Game PassNo

Is Civilization VI on Game Pass?

It's not in Game Pass or PC Game Pass.

Before you start

MicNo

Do you need a mic?

You can play without voice chat.

Age rating12+

What age is Civilization VI for?

PEGI 12 · ESRB E10

What is Civilization VI like?

Each player leads a civilization from ancient times to the space age in turns, founding cities and researching technology. You win through science, culture, religion or conquest, and cities spread across several tiles as districts.

The host sets up the lobby, picking the map and the game speed, and empty seats can go to AI leaders. A turn timer keeps anyone from taking too long, and during peace everyone moves at the same time. A full game takes many hours, so groups usually save and continue on another night, or use Play By Cloud, where each person takes a turn whenever the game notifies them. On one computer, hotseat passes the turn from player to player.

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Will your group like Civilization VI?

Yes

Groups who like long strategy games and can come back to the same match over several nights.

No

Groups who want fast action, or players who get bored waiting for the others to finish their turns.

What games are like Civilization VI?

If your group likes Civilization VI, the closest are Crusader Kings III, Europa Universalis IV and Stellaris. Like Civilization VI, all three pit everyone against everyone and ask for the same level of attention.

Info checked on October 13, 2026.