Sid Meier’s Civilization 7 is generating buzz not only for its return after an eight-year hiatus but also for its decision to use the controversial Denuvo DRM on the PC version. This anti-tampering software aims to prevent piracy but has a history of causing performance issues and requiring a constant online connection, much to the frustration of many gamers.
As fans eagerly await more details at the upcoming PAX West panel, concerns are already being raised about how Denuvo might impact the Civilization 7 gaming experience.
Key Takeaways
- Civilization 7 uses controversial Denuvo DRM for PC version to prevent piracy.
- Fans eagerly await game”s release after an 8-year gap from last entry.
- Denuvo”s history of controversy includes performance concerns and online play requirements.
Sid Meier”s Civilization 7 will be using Denuvo DRM on the PC version of the game. As players wait to learn more about the long-awaited release, the basic detail has emerged on a store listing for Civilization 7.
Civilization 7 has fans of the series excited, as it”s been nearly eight years since the last series entry”s initial release. August 31 is going to be a big day for Civilization 7 fans, as a panel with the development team is being held at PAX West. While live gameplay won”t be shared until September, this may be an opportunity for fans to find out what awaits them in Civilization 7 and how it varies from its predecessors.
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However, players on PC may be upset to know that Civilization 7 is going to use the controversial Denuvo DRM anti-tampering software. The software is intended to keep illicit copies of the game from being played and the software from being altered. When running the game, Denuvo acts in the background, making sure that the copy of the game is legitimate. The Steam store listing for the game confirms its use of Denuvo, even though the system requirements for the game have yet to be confirmed.Close
The History of Gamers and Denuvo
Denuvo DRM has been around for a long time, and it”s been controversial among gamers for almost as long. In theory, and according to Denuvo Software Solutions itself, the software should have little to no impact on a player”s gaming experience. It”s simply there to help prevent copies of games from being redistributed illicitly or otherwise tampered with. However, that hasn”t stopped players from being upset about it and claiming that it does indeed have an impact on their PC gaming rigs.
Outside of that possibility, players also object to Denuvo DRM because it requires a constant online connection in order to play. Civilization 7 will have local multiplayer in addition to online play, so some gamers may be annoyed to learn that they need to be online regardless.
Unfortunately, the frustration felt by gamers has been made worse in the past with the knowledge that Denuvo has been quickly cracked with major releases like Resident Evil 7 and Watch Dogs Legion. Of course, the company has undoubtedly retooled its software extensively since then, so it may be tougher to do so. Time will tell if players experience any frustrations with performance in Civilization 7, whether it”s due to Denuvo or not.
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The award-winning strategy game franchise returns with a revolutionary new chapter. Sid Meier”s Civilization® VII empowers you to build the greatest empire the world has ever known!
Rule as one of many legendary leaders from throughout history. Establish your civilization, construct cities and architectural wonders to expand your territory, conquer or cooperate with rival civilizations in pursuit of prosperity, and explore the far reaches of the unknown world. Will you build an empire that stands the test of time?
Sid Meier”s Civilization® VII is a 4X strategy game developed by the legendary team at Firaxis Games, developers of the Civilization and XCOM franchises.
Grand Strategy
Turn-Based Strategy
4X
Systems
Franchise
Sid Meier”s Civilization
Platform(s)
PC
, PS4
, PS5
, Xbox One
, Xbox Series S
, Xbox Series X
, Switch
Released
February 11, 2025
Developer(s)
Firaxis Games
Publisher(s)
2K
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer
Engine
Gamebryo Engine
ESRB
tExpand
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