
Players should also note that the Steam version of Civilization 6 isn't free and the free version can only be gotten from the Epic Games Store. While Sid Meier's Civilization 6 is currently free, the currently available DLC is not, so players should get a feel for the game before making any committal purchases. Due to the influx of new players, some players are noting some server crashes or an inability to connect, so players should be prepared for that to occur. This will only work with PC versions and is not available for Mac and Linux players.

To input a code when performing crossplay, players should select the multiplayer option on the main menu and then select the "Internet (Unified PC Play)" option that comes up.

This feature allows for players to play together whether they're playing the Steam version or the Epic Games Store version. Those who want to join have to input the code on their end so that they may join. The host player will have to send out the game's join code to those they want to join. Currently, the platform is running a four-week sale on games called the “Mega Sale.” Epic Games Store users can expect discounts up to 75% off PC games.In order to quickly join up with friends, players need to use Civ 6's join code feature. It’s the Maya & Gran Colombia Pack, and it includes “leaders, buildings and units from each respective civilization, a new Apocalypse game mode, new City-States, Resources, and Natural Wonders,” according to a news release.Įpic Games started giving away games on its store in 2019. Six add-on packs are expected as part of the pass, the first of which will be released Thursday. The pass, available on all platforms except mobile, will cost $39.99. Earlier this month, developer Firaxis Games announced a new season pass for Civilization 6 that will add eight new civilizations to the base game. It came to iOS in 2017, Nintendo Switch in 2018, and PlayStation 4 and Xbox One in 2019. For the past week, it was GTA 5 - a download that was so popular that it created loads of problems ( including 12 hours of downtime) for the store and its launcher.Ĭivilization 6 was released in October 2016 on Mac and Windows PC.

EDT on May 28.įree games are available weekly on Epic Games’ platform. The 4X turn-based strategy game will be available on the Epic Games Store for free until 11 a.m. With Rockstar Games’ Grand Theft Auto 5 no longer available for free on the Epic Games Store, another game has stepped up to take its place: Sid Meier’s Civilization 6.
