Civilization V will be released exclusively for Windows PC on September 21 in the USA and September 24, 2010 in Europe. It will be available in both boxed retail and digital-only versions but uses Valve’s Steam service (required).
The news of the release date comes as anticipation for E3 2010 is just about to heat up, so chances are they want to remind folks not to forget about Civ 5.
Sid Meier’s Civilization V reinvigorates the classic turn-based strategy genre with an astonishing new engine built from the ground-up for this flagship edition of the Civilization franchise.
Players are introduced to a heightened tactical combat system; vast, realistic landscapes to explore; deeper diplomatic interactions; and an array of expanded features that deliver a fully immersive experience providing hours of entertainment as players build and defend their empire on their quest to become the greatest ruler the world has ever known.
Additionally, the new in-game community hub allows Civ fans to share content and compete against each other without leaving the game, marking a new era that will forever change the “one more turn” addiction of the franchise.
The Sid Meier’s Civilization franchise has been recognized as one of the greatest PC game franchises of all time, captivating millions of gamers around the world.
Here’s an interview with the game’s developers.