Hello there, current and future leaders of the world!
Below are the system requirements for Civilization VI since the Gathering Storm update in 2019. Please ensure your PC meets at least the minimum specs:
MINIMUM:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10|11 x64
- Processor: Intel Core i3 2.5 Ghz or AMD Phenom II 2.6 Ghz or greater
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1 GB & AMD 5570 or nVidia 450
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 12 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Device
RECOMMENDED:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10|11 x64
- Processor: Fourth Generation Intel Core i5 2.5 Ghz or AMD FX8350 4.0 Ghz or greater
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: 2GB & AMD 7970 or nVidia 770 or greater
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 16 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Device
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.
- The Intel HD 5500 (and earlier generations of this IGP) doesn't meet the minimum system requirements for Civilization VI.