Sid Meier’s Civilization VI System Requirements

You might be able to play on the lowest settings if your PC meets the *minimum* requirements: Intel Core i3 2.5 Ghz or AMD Phenom II 2.6 Ghz, 1 GB DirectX 11 Graphics Card (AMD 5570 or nVidia 450), and 4 GB RAM. Expect lower frame rates and longer loading times.

For minimum settings, you'll need at least a 1 GB DirectX 11 Graphics Card like an AMD 5570 or nVidia 450. For recommended settings and smoother gameplay, aim for a 2GB DirectX 11 Graphics Card like an AMD 7970 or nVidia 770 or greater.

At least 4 GB of RAM is required to run the game. However, 8 GB of RAM is recommended for smoother performance, especially in later game stages with larger empires and more units.

It's unlikely to run well on most integrated graphics solutions. While some newer, more powerful integrated GPUs *might* launch the game at the absolute lowest settings, expect very poor performance and potentially unplayable frame rates. A dedicated graphics card is strongly recommended.

The 'best' settings depend on your hardware. Start with the 'Medium' preset. If performance is good, gradually increase settings like texture quality and anti-aliasing until you find a balance between visual fidelity and frame rate. If performance is poor, lower the settings one by one, starting with shadows and anti-aliasing.