Civilization 7 is finally arriving on PC and consoles, marking a historic moment in the series’ history. The game’s early access period begins on Wednesday, February 5, with different release times depending on the platform and region.
To play Civilization 7 in early access, you’ll need to purchase either the Deluxe Edition or the Founder’s Edition. These editions come with exclusive rewards, including five days of early access, the “Tecumseh and Shawnee Pack,” and the “Crossroads of the World Collection.”
The exact release time for early access varies by platform and region. According to Firaxis, Civilization 7 on PC will begin at midnight local time on Thursday, February 6. Here’s a breakdown of the release times for different regions:
* West Coast of North America: 9 p.m. PST on February 5
* East Coast of North America: 12 a.m. EST on February 6
* U.K.: 5 a.m. GMT on February 6
* West mainland Europe: 6 a.m. CET on February 6
* Japan: 2 p.m. JST on February 6
* East Coast of Australia: 4 p.m. AEDT on February 6
Console players will also begin early access at midnight, except for the West Coast of North America, which starts at 9 p.m. PST on February 5.
Civilization 7 will officially release globally on Windows PC on Tuesday, February 11, at 12 a.m. EST. Console players can expect to launch at midnight in their respective time zones, with the exception of the West Coast of North America, which begins at 9 p.m. PST on February 10.
Keep an eye on these times to get started with Civilization 7’s early access period and don’t forget to link your account for exclusive rewards!
Source: https://www.polygon.com/civilization-7-guides/518178/release-time-early-access-date-civ-7-est-pst