Netflix subscribers can now play a $160 game for free

Netflix just added one of the best strategy games ever to its game library in Civilization VI.

You’ll now be able to build your own empire and lead your civilization through golden eras and dark ages by playing the Platinum Edition of Civilization VI. Included in the Platinum Edition are the two major DLC’s for the turn-based strategy game, Rise and Fall and Gathering Storm, along with smaller content updates that see new game styles, civilizations, and situations added to the game.

Best of all, accessing the game is as simple as playing any other game on your phone.

How to Access Civilization VI on Netflix

A couple of clicks from recreating history

Netflix has made it simple for subscribers to dive into Civilization VI’s world-building adventures, but it is only available on mobile devices. You’ll need an iPhone or iPad running iOS 15 or later, or an Android device running AndroidOS 8 or later, so make sure whatever you’re using has the latest updates installed. Once that’s done, here’s how to get started:

• Download the app Civilization VI – Netflix app from the Google Play Store or App Store (make sure you choose the Netflix version and not the regular version of Civilization VI)
• Sign in to your Netflix account
• Let the game download the necessary updates and you’re ready to play. The whole process took less than five minutes for me.

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What’s Included in Civilization VI: Platinum Edition

Climate change and a World Congress

Civilization VI, like previous entries in the franchise, has changed drastically with the addition of DLCs and new other new content updates. You can now access all of them on your mobile device with the Civilization VI: Platinum Edition which includes the two major DLCs, as well as content updates that include tons of new features like unique leaders and situations, including a zombie apocalypse mode. The two major expansions also drastically change the base game, making it worth checking out for players who havent experienced them yet.

The Rise and Fall expansion adds new dimensions to the gameplay with features like Golden Ages and Dark Ages. It also introduces governors, loyalty mechanics, and new diplomatic opportunities. Gathering Storm, on the other hand, brings the environment into focus. You’ll be forced to contend with natural disasters like hurricanes and volcanic eruptions while exploiting resources can lead to the worst effects of climate change in the later stages of the game. This expansion also introduces World Congress, giving players a platform to negotiate global policies and treaties.

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Why Play Civilization VI on Netflix?

A $167 gaming experience for free

Sid Meier’s Civilization VI: Platinum Edition is currently on sale for Steam’s Winter Sale event, but it regularly costs $167, as it includes all the additions Firaxis has made to the game in the last eight years. While I have logged over 1,000 hours in the game on my Steam account, playing on my phone and tablet may be the way I play the game, at least until Civilization VII releases on February 11, 2025.

The turn-based strategy of the Civilization series is a perfect match with mobile gaming. You may miss some character animations that will appear when you meet or defeat another civilization, but beyond that, the game might actually be better played on a touchscreen instead of with a mouse. Instead of navigating your world map by clicking around with a mouse, you can just swipe and press on the city or unit you want to select using your device’s touchscreen. One major drawback is that your phone or device might get a little bogged down in later game situations when there’s a ton of units that need to be shown, but that can happen just as easily on a gaming PC.

It all adds up to one of the best additions to Netflix’s catalog of games, and a steal worth checking out if you already have a Netflix account.

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