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Sid Meier's Civilization V: Brave New World System Requirements

July 9, 2013Firaxis Games86/100

Civilization V: Brave New World expands the base game with a greater emphasis on cultural development, international trade, and diplomatic relations. Players navigate global politics through ideologies, cultural artifacts, and the World Congress, impacting their standing with other civilizations.

Sid Meier's Civilization V: Brave New World Minimum & Recommended Specs

Minimum: Intel Core 2, 256 MB ATI, 2GB RAM. Recommended: 4GB RAM RAM.

Minimum System Requirements

OS
Windows Vista SP2/ Windows 7
Processor
Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz or AMD Athlon X2 64 2.0 GHzCPU Deals
RAM
2GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
256 MB ATI HD2600 XT or better, 256 MB nVidia 7900 GS or better, or Core i3 or better integrated graphicsGPU Deals
DirectX
DirectX version 9.0c
Storage
8 GB HD spaceSSD Deals

Recommended System Requirements

OS
Windows Vista SP2/ Windows 7
Processor
1.8 GHz Quad Core CPUCPU Deals
RAM
4GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
512 MB ATI 4800 series or better, 512 MB nVidia 9800 series or betterGPU Deals
DirectX
DirectX version 11
Storage
8 GB HD spaceSSD Deals

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Quick Performance Tips for Sid Meier's Civilization V: Brave New World

#1

Lower the terrain detail setting.

#2

Reduce the texture quality.

#3

Disable Anti-Aliasing for better FPS.

#4

Play on smaller map sizes.

#5

Close background applications.

#6

Update your graphics drivers.

Sid Meier's Civilization V: Brave New World System Requirements FAQ

Can I run Sid Meier's Civilization V: Brave New World on a low-end PC?▼
If your PC meets the minimum requirements (Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz or AMD Athlon X2 64 2.0 GHz, 2GB RAM, and a 256 MB ATI HD2600 XT or nVidia 7900 GS), you should be able to run the game, but likely at lower settings and resolutions. Expect slower turn times and potentially lower frame rates.
What GPU do I need for Sid Meier's Civilization V: Brave New World?▼
The minimum GPU requirement is a 256 MB ATI HD2600 XT or a 256 MB nVidia 7900 GS. For better performance, a 512 MB ATI 4800 series or a 512 MB nVidia 9800 series is recommended.
How much RAM does Sid Meier's Civilization V: Brave New World need?▼
The game requires a minimum of 2GB of RAM. However, 4GB of RAM is recommended for a smoother experience, especially in later stages of the game with larger empires and more units.
Will Sid Meier's Civilization V: Brave New World run on integrated graphics?▼
Yes, the game can run on integrated graphics, specifically Core i3 or better integrated graphics are listed in the minimum requirements. However, expect significantly reduced performance and you will likely need to play on the lowest settings and smallest map sizes.
What is the best graphics settings for Sid Meier's Civilization V: Brave New World?▼
The best graphics settings depend on your hardware. If you meet the recommended specs, you should be able to run the game on medium to high settings. If you only meet the minimum specs, start with the lowest settings and gradually increase them until you find a balance between performance and visual quality. Turn off Anti-Aliasing for a performance boost.
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Sid Meier's Civilization V: Brave New World Game Info

Developer

Firaxis Games

Publisher

2K Games

Release Date

July 9, 2013

Platforms

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac

Genres

StrategyTurn-based strategy (TBS)

Game Modes

  • Single player
  • Multiplayer
  • Co-operative
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