Price check · Updated November 10, 2026
Sid Meier's Civilization IV®: Beyond the Sword is the second expansion pack for Civilization IV - the 2005 PC Game of the Year that has become a worldwide hit.
Works best on Windows PC
Best current price at Steam
Waiting could save up to $3.50, if it returns to its lowest price.
A guide from price history and sale dates, not a promise.
Lowest price ever: $2.49 (July 2012)
| Store | Price | Usual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam | $5.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
Beyond the Sword, the second add-on for Sid Meier's Civilization IV, expands the turn-based strategy game in which you guide a nation from early history into the modern age. The expansion brings new civilizations, leaders, units and wonders, along with features such as espionage, corporations and random events that change the course of a game. A set of standalone scenarios offers different challenges as well.
The expansion keeps the classic Civilization loop of exploring, building cities, researching technology, trading and waging war, one turn at a time. Beyond the Sword is listed here for single-player play, and it suits strategy fans who want more depth and variety from a long-running favorite.
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| Developer | Firaxis Games |
|---|---|
| Publisher | 2K |
| Released | Jul 24, 2007 |
| Metacritic | 86 / 100 |
| Languages | 5: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish - Spain |
How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.
Monitor with room for maps and menus
1440p gives Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword far more screen space for maps, menus and UI than 1080p.
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Upgrade pickSamsung Odyssey G55C 32-inch QHD Curved MonitorMouse with extra buttons
Bind hotkeys to side buttons and spend long sessions in Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword comfortably. The G502 is the classic; the Lightspeed version cuts the cord.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G502 Lightspeed Wireless MouseKeyboard
Lots of hotkeys and typing in Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword. A solid mechanical board makes long sessions easier on your hands.
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Upgrade pickKeychron K8 ProChair for long sessions
Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword is the kind of game you lose hours in. Back support matters.
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Upgrade pickCorsair TC100 RelaxedHeadset for immersive sound
Atmosphere is half of Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword. The Cloud III has rich spatial sound; the Arctis Nova 7 goes wireless with long battery life.
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Upgrade pickSteelSeries Arctis Nova 7Prices change often, so check the latest price on Amazon. SteelGames may earn a small commission on purchases.
The lowest recorded price is $2.49 in July 2012.
The best current price we found is $5.99 at Steam, against a usual price of $29.99.
Wait. Wait. $5.99 is 141% above its lowest price on record ($2.49). Next big sale: Steam Winter Sale, in 37 days.
