Hey there, fellow gamers! Ready for some juicy Civ news? Sid Meier’s Civilization VII is making its grand debut as one of the launch titles for the Nintendo Switch 2, arriving on June 5. But don’t get too excited about fancy cartridges — this physical edition is all style and no substance, as it’s basically a code in a box. Still, if you love that tangible feel of a game box on your shelf (or you just want to flex on your friends), you can snag the Switch 2 Edition for $70 via Amazon.
Game Overview and the Big Reveal The moment Nintendo unveiled the Switch 2 back in April, Civilization VII was one of the headlining games promised to ride the next-gen wave. With its innovative features, the Switch 2 Edition isn’t just a port of the classic—a few sweet upgrades have been thrown in. Expect larger in-game map sizes that can really stretch out your conquests, as well as enhanced visual fidelity. When docked, you can enjoy visuals up to 4K at 30fps, or flip to 1080p at a buttery smooth 60fps. And here’s a cool twist: the new edition even supports mouse controls for the Joy-Con 2, plus GameChat support for those intense multiplayer sessions.
What’s Really in the Box? Alright, let’s clear the air: when you pick up the physical copy from Amazon, you aren’t getting a cartridge or a shiny Game-Key Card. Instead, you’ll open the box to find a download code for the Switch edition that automatically upgrades to the Switch 2 Edition version. Sure, it might feel a bit like buying “air in a fancy wrapper,” but for those who live for the collector’s appeal of boxed games, it’s a must-have addition to your collection.
Upgrades for Loyal Civ Fans and Alternative Deals Already owning Civilization VII on the original Switch? No worries—you can upgrade to the new Switch 2 Edition for just $10 via the Switch 2 eShop. And if you’re a bargain hunter, here’s something to consider: you can nab a boxed copy of Civilization VII on the classic Switch at a discounted $51 (down from $60) from retailers like Amazon or even Walmart, then upgrade on June 5.
But wait, there’s more! The Civilization VII Deluxe Edition for Switch is also on the table for those craving extra content. Priced at $70 (formerly $90), the Deluxe Edition not only upgrades to the Switch 2 version but also throws in extra goodies like the Tecumseh and Shawnee Pack, the Crossroads of the World Collection, and a Deluxe Content Pack. Best of all, all this extra DLC content carries over to the Switch 2 Edition, so you don’t have to leave any of your digital treasures behind.
Where to Preorder? If you’d like to secure your copy of the physical Switch 2 Edition, check out the preorders on Amazon. It’s the go-to spot for Civ fans looking to add a new trophy to the collection—even if it’s just a code in a box.
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