Intel and 2K have partnered to give away a free copy of Sid Meier’s Civilization VII with select 14th-gen Core and Series 2 Core Ultra processors. Sid Meier’s Civilization VII launches for PC on February 11 and will support Intel’s XeSS Super Resolution (XESS-SR) supersampling technology on day one. Intel and 2K have also been working closely to optimize the upcoming next installment for Intel’s processors. More details on how new owners of qualifying processors can redeem this game, as well as Assassins Creed Shadows, can be found here, before March 31.
“It’s hard to come up with franchises in the PC gaming industry more iconic than Sid Meier’s Civilization, and Intel is thrilled to continue its years-long partnership with 2K Games and Firaxis on the series’ latest installment. Whether it’s a marathon session with friends or just ‘one more turn’ before logging off, gamers around the world can depend on Intel Core and Core Ultra processors to deliver the best Civilization experience on a PC.”
Roger Chandler, VP and GM, Enthusiast and Workstation PC, Intel
Press Release (via Intel blog):
- “What’s New: Intel and 2K are teaming up to launch the Intel Builder Bundle, featuring the highly anticipated Sid Meier’s Civilization VII. Starting today, gamers who purchase qualifying Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (series 2) or Intel® Core™ desktop processors (14th Gen) from participating sellers will be eligible to receive a digital copy of Civilization VII to play when the game launches on February 11, 2025.”
- “As the official PC hardware partner for Civilization VII, Intel and 2K are teaming up once again to ensure gamers are getting the best experience – whether they’re running on a high-end enthusiast desktop or a more mainstream Intel processor-based laptop. Notably, Civilization VII will launch with Intel XeSS Super Resolution (XeSS-SR) support – bringing Intel’s innovative graphics upscaling solution to the Civilization franchise for the first time. Developer Firaxis Games and Intel are also continuing their CPU optimization work together, including Intel Core Ultra and Intel Core CPU scheduling optimizations that will ensure the best possible performance on Intel processors. From the latest AI-enhanced Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (series 2) for enthusiasts to the incredible performance-per-dollar choice of Intel® Core™ desktop processors (14th Gen), this collaboration will deliver peak performance for every player.”
“We have spent a significant amount of time and effort with Intel to deliver an exceptional Civilization experience over the years, and we’re excited to do it once again with Civilization VII. The technical innovations Firaxis and Intel are bringing to our latest entry in the franchise are going to elevate the gaming experience once again, and we can’t wait for gamers to experience it for themselves.”
Dennis Shirk, Executive Producer, Firaxis Games