A: No. Civilization: Beyond Earth and its expansion require Steam for DRM and updates. There is no GOG or Epic Games version.
: A one-time internet connection is required for Steam authentication during initial installation. : A one-time internet connection is required for
: Ensure your Nvidia, AMD, or Intel drivers are fully updated to the latest versions. To help you get the game running perfectly, tell me: You must have Sid Meier’s Civilization: Beyond Earth
You cannot play Rising Tide as a standalone title. You must have Sid Meier’s Civilization: Beyond Earth installed on your Steam or Epic Games account first. these are the official minimum specifications:
If the expansion does not appear, right-click Beyond Earth in your Steam Library, select "Properties" > "DLC," and manually verify that Rising Tide is installed. If not, uncheck and re-check the box.
If you're playing on a Linux machine or Valve's SteamOS, these are the official minimum specifications: