The maximum number of religions that can be founded in a game of Civilization 6 depends on the map size chosen for that particular game. The absolute highest number of religions possible is 7, which occurs on a Huge map.
Understanding how many religions can exist in a game is crucial for strategic planning, especially when aiming for a Religious Victory or when trying to prevent opponents from achieving one. Different map sizes dictate the number of available "religion slots," meaning only a certain number of civilizations can successfully found a Great Prophet and establish a religion.
The distribution of maximum religions across different map sizes is as follows:
| Map Size | Maximum Religions |
|---|---|
| Small | 4 |
| Standard | 5 |
| Large | 6 |
| Huge | 7 |
Implications for Gameplay
This variable limit means that on smaller maps, competition for founding a religion is much fiercer. Players must prioritize early game Faith generation and Great Prophet points to secure one of the limited spots. On larger maps, there's a bit more breathing room, but it still pays to be efficient.- Early Game Focus: Regardless of map size, aiming for an early Great Prophet is key for players interested in founding a religion. This often involves building Holy Sites quickly and potentially adopting policies or pantheon beliefs that boost Faith.
- Religious Victory: If you're pursuing a Religious Victory, successfully founding your own religion is a prerequisite. The number of religions on the map directly impacts how many other religious entities you'll need to convert.
- Preventing Opponents: If you're not aiming for a Religious Victory but want to prevent an AI or human opponent from getting one, you might consider founding a religion even if it's not your primary goal. This reduces the number of available slots, potentially locking out a rival. Alternatively, focusing on eliminating Great Prophets or reducing their Faith output can also be effective.
Knowing the maximum religion capacity for your chosen map size allows for better strategic decision-making and helps you gauge the competition in the race for Great Prophets.
