Civilization 7 to Launch on Apple Devices (Gaming News Roundup)

The Apple Arcade version of 2K Games’ “Sid Meier’s Civilization 7” is about to launch next month.

The Firaxis Games-developed turn-based strategy game, which debuted to blended reviews last February, will likely be out there to play on iPhone, iPad and Mac as of Feb. 5

Per Apple’s description for the latest addition to the well-liked “Civilization” franchise, “In a pivotal new chapter of the iconic series, empires evolve with the dawn of each distinct age of human history, and players’ strategic decisions will shape the unique cultural lineage of their civilizations. Whether players choose to follow a path rooted in history or imagine new possibilities, they can create a legacy that echoes through the ages.”

See more gaming news from this week in the roundup below. 

GAME UPDATES/DLC

HoYoverse’s latest update to “Genshin Impact” went live Jan. 13 at 10 p.m. ET.

See below for the developer’s famous highlights from the new DLC, “Version Luna IV”:

New Archon Quest: The main story reaches its climax in a dramatic showdown with Il Dottore.

New Characters:

o   Columbina: 5-star Hydro Catalyst wielder and the Moon Maiden, providing highly effective assist for Lunar Reactions

o   Zibai: 5-star Geo Sword wielder and the White Horse Adeptus, dealing Lunar-Crystallize DMG

o   Illuga: 4-star Geo Polearm wielder, a younger and dependable Lightkeeper

New Reaction: Lunar-Crystallize – offers Geo DMG with an opportunity to set off CRIT Hits.

Map Expansion: Nod-Krai expands northward, unveiling the Lightkeepers’ headquarters and extra new content.

Bountiful Events: A new Lantern Rite story reveals more about Zibai, alongside festive occasions providing 1,600 Primogems, 10 Intertwined Fates, a brand-new outfit for Yaoyao, a free 4-star Liyue character, a particular horse mascot beauty set from Miliastra Wonderland, and more.

TRAILERS

Bandai Namco has launched a new trailer for “Code Vein II.”

Per the developer, the upcoming game, set to launch Jan. 30, “sends players on an epic narrative-driven journey where they wield time as a weapon, explore past and present versions of a collapsing world, and join forces with companions through the game’s dynamic Partner System.”

“Code Vein II” is now out there for pre-orders on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC by way of Steam. A personality creator demo will likely be out there totally free Jan. 23.

Watch the new trailer for “Code Vein II” in the video below.

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The co-op trailer dropped for Moon Studios’ upcoming title, “No Rest for the Wicked Together,” Wednesday.

See the new preview for the game, which can launch Jan. 22, by way of the video below.

SALES/GAMEPLAY STATS

Nexon’s “ARC Raiders” has offered more than 12.4 million models since its Oct. 30 launch.

Per Nexon and Stockholm-based Embark Studios, concurrent gamers reached 960,000 in January, ten weeks after the game’s debut.

“We are incredibly pleased with the strong retention and enduring enthusiasm players in all major markets worldwide have shown for ARC Raiders,” said Junghun Lee, President and CEO of Nexon. “As happy as we have been with the October launch, reaching more than 12.4 million models and setting a file with 960,000 concurrent customers in January demonstrates the potential for ARC Raiders to develop into another pillar in Nexon’s portfolio of blockbuster franchises.

PLATFORM/NEW FORMAT RELEASES

Sega’s “Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds” will launch for Nintendo Switch 2 as a bodily product March 26. Priced at $69.99, the Switch 2 version will feature the full base game on cartridge, which is at present only supplied digitally for Switch 2.

“Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds” is now out there each digitally and bodily on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC, in addition to Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch OLED Model, and Nintendo Switch Lite.

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“Bluey’s Quest for The Gold Pen” is now out there on Google Play. This new adventure game, written by “Bluey” collection creator Joe Brumm, “blends heartfelt storytelling with discovery-driven gameplay.”

Developed by Brisbane-based Halfbrick Studios (“Fruit Ninja,” “Jetpack Joyride”) options the present’s voice actors, hand-drawn environments impressed by the “Dragon” and “Escape” episodes, and a new soundtrack created in collaboration with Ludo Studio and BBC Studios. 

Halfbrick and PM Studios first debuted the game solely for Apple devices in December, and can next carry “Bluey’s Quest for The Gold Pen” to PC, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S later this 12 months.