Sid Meier's Civilization III: Complete — patch notes and updates
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Dated developer announcements recorded from Steam. Open the source for the complete update.
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| Cozy Up with 2K: The Autumn Sale is Live on Steam! Save Big Through Oct 8.* | 2026-10-01 | https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/4128336/66a2bcaddd03b0f7481eaf24a784f4e18d4652b7.jpgAs the leaves turn and the crisp autumn air settles in, that familiar feeling returns: the golden hour after school or work, rushing home to drop your bag, power up your rig, and lose yourself in a world you love. The long summer nights are wrapping up, but the best gaming weather of the year is officially here.The 2K Autumn Sale is live on Steam, giving you the perfect excuse to trade the chilly outdoors for your cozy desktop setup. Whether you want to relive classic gaming nostalgia, reconnect with an all-time favorite, or finally cross those long |
| Civilization 35th Anniversary Franchise Sale | 2026-09-03 | Celebrate 35 Years of "One More Turn"For over three decades, legendary designer Sid Meier and the team at Firaxis Games have invited players around the world to build empires that stand the test of time. This September, we are celebrating 35 years of rich history alongside the incredible community that made it all possible.Whether you’re a strategy veteran looking to complete your collection or taking your very first turn, there has never been a better time to build your empire.From September 3rd to September 17th, explore deep discounts across the Civilization catalog—including 50% off Sid Meier’s Civilization VII!Build a civilization that s |
| Time to Play: The 2K Summer Sale is Officially Live on Steam | 2026-06-25 | The 2K Summer Sale is officially live on Steam, and it’s the perfect excuse to find your next great escape. Summer is about having the time to truly immerse yourself, dive deep into a world, and remember exactly why you fell in love with gaming in the first place.Whether you’re looking to reconnect with a classic masterpiece you haven't played in years, or finally take the plunge on that massive hit you've been eyeing, these savings are built for you. We’ve cut prices across our entire catalog, making it easier than ever to back your favorites and taking a chance on something new.Your wishlist is waiting, and your next unforgettable journey i |
| Firaxis Anniversary Sale - Join the 30th Anniversary Celebration | 2026-04-30 | Firaxis Anniversary Sale May 1st represents a historic milestone for Firaxis Games: 30 years of crafting world-class strategy experiences. To mark three decades of excellence and the debut of a bold new studio identity, a special anniversary sale is now live on Steam. This event is a tribute to the studio’s history, offering deep discounts on the iconic titles that have defined the genre for a generation. From Sid Meier’s Civilization VI to the XCOM Ultimate Collection, fans can get legendary titles at significant savings.As Firaxis enters its next chapter, there has never been a better time to revisit the catalog that made them a powerhouse |
| Take One More Turn in Civilization VI | 2016-05-11 | We’re excited to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Civilization franchise by announcing Sid Meier’s Civilization VI, the next entry in the award-winning turn-based strategy franchise. Be sure to follow the Steam Community group here and add the game to your Steam wishlist! http://store.steampowered.com/app/289070 Sid Meier’s Civilization VI, set to launch on PC on October 21, 2016, offers new ways to interact with your world, expand your empire across the map, advance your culture and compete against history’s greatest leaders to build a civilization that will truly stand the test of time. Your story begins later this year! Sid Meier’s Ci |
| Take One More Turn in Civilization VI | 2016-05-11 | We’re excited to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Civilization franchise by announcing Sid Meier’s Civilization VI, the next entry in the award-winning turn-based strategy franchise. Be sure to follow the Steam Community group here and add the game to your Steam wishlist! http://store.steampowered.com/app/289070 Sid Meier’s Civilization VI, set to launch on PC on October 21, 2016, offers new ways to interact with your world, expand your empire across the map, advance your culture and compete against history’s greatest leaders to build a civilization that will truly stand the test of time. Your story begins later this year! Sid Meier’s Ci |
| New update available | 2015-04-23 | We’ve released a new update for Civilization III today, addressing issues encountered by players after a previous update that removed GameSpy implementation in multiplayer matches. This update also removes the in-game Steam overlay; otherwise, the game functions identically to the previous version. Save game data should not be negatively impacted. If you own a physical disc version of Civilization III and are interested in receiving this multiplayer update, please submit a support request. |
| New update available | 2015-04-23 | We’ve released a new update for Civilization III today, addressing issues encountered by players after a previous update that removed GameSpy implementation in multiplayer matches. This update also removes the in-game Steam overlay; otherwise, the game functions identically to the previous version. Save game data should not be negatively impacted. If you own a physical disc version of Civilization III and are interested in receiving this multiplayer update, please submit a support request. |
| Civilization III Multiplayer Update Now Available | 2015-03-16 | The update that replaces GameSpy with Steam for multiplayer functionality is now available via Steam. The game functions identically to the previous GameSpy version with the exception that the “Direct IP” option has been removed as it is no longer supported. Save game data should not be negatively affected. If you own a physical disc version of Civilization III and are interested in receiving this multiplayer update, please submit a support request. |
| Civilization III Multiplayer Update Now Available | 2015-03-16 | The update that replaces GameSpy with Steam for multiplayer functionality is now available via Steam. The game functions identically to the previous GameSpy version with the exception that the “Direct IP” option has been removed as it is no longer supported. Save game data should not be negatively affected. If you own a physical disc version of Civilization III and are interested in receiving this multiplayer update, please submit a support request. |