Unciv

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Unciv recreates Civilization V as an open source game for desktop computers and Android.

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About Unciv

Unciv is an open-source remake of Civilization V for Android and desktop computers, built with LibGDX and focused on moddability. It installs on Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and Raspberry Pi through several stores and package managers, with JAR, APK, and desktop builds in Releases, and includes tutorials in-game under menu > civilopedia > tutorials.

It has no planned iOS version and is not hosted on Steam. Gods & Kings and Brave New World mechanics, including trade routes and world congress, are not yet implemented, and new base-game features are limited to those in the original Civ V.

Key features

  • Remake of Civilization V gameplay for Android and desktop computers
  • Runs on Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and Raspberry Pi
  • Supports mods with expanding modding options
  • Includes in-game Civilopedia with tutorials
  • Installable via Google Play, F-Droid, Flathub, Brew, and others
  • Provides JAR and APK builds through Releases
Best for: Players who want an open-source, moddable Civ V remake for Android and desktop.
Good for
  • Open source with a focus on moddability
  • Available across Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and Raspberry Pi
  • Designed to run on low-spec hardware
Watch out for
  • No iOS version is planned
  • Not hosted on Steam
  • Gods & Kings and Brave New World mechanics are not yet implemented

Unciv at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Android
Open source
Yes · Source code
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Unciv FAQ

How do I install Unciv?
On Android use Google Play or F-Droid. On Windows use the MSI, itch.io, Chocolatey, or Scoop. On Linux use itch.io, Flatpak via Flathub, or AUR. On macOS use Brew. On Raspberry Pi use Pi-Apps. JAR, APK, and Windows/Linux builds are also in Releases.
Is Unciv available for iOS?
No. The maintainer states no iOS version is planned because it requires paying Apple, adds another release path, and there is no iOS device for testing.
How can I learn to play?
Tutorial information is in-game at menu > civilopedia > tutorials. Help is also available from the Civ V wiki and Discord.
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