Recent datamining efforts suggest that Civilization 7 is poised to introduce some exciting new content, including fresh leaders and civilizations like the Maori and Ottoman. The prospect of these additions has sparked quite a buzz among fans. Initial reviews of the game have been mixed, dividing the community. However, one aspect that’s received widespread praise is the innovative leader and civilization combinations available in the game. Interestingly, there is also talk of potentially adding an Atomic Age to keep players engaged with expanded endgame content.
Dataminers have stumbled upon clues hinting at a pirate-themed expansion for the fans of Sid Meier’s Civilization 7. Word is that players might soon be seeing leaders such as Whina Cooper, known for her leadership in the 1950s Maori Women’s League, Sayyida al Hurra, a 16th-century Moroccan privateer, and the infamous pirate Blackbeard, also known as Edward Teach.
As anticipation builds for its full release on February 11, those with the Founders or Deluxe editions have already dived into the game since February 5. Despite the mixed reviews, players have particularly enjoyed experimenting with the diverse leader and civilization combinations, which serve as one of the game’s highlights.
Currently, Civilization 7 offers 21 leaders, marking a departure from previous entries where each leader was tied to a single civilization. This tweak opens up a world of possibilities, allowing players to mix and match bonuses to discover the most effective strategies. Data uncovered by a Reddit user named ManByTheRiver11 hints at exciting updates on the horizon, potentially adding Icelandic, Ottoman, Maori, and Tonga civilizations, along with a rather enigmatic Pirate Republic.
Let’s delve into the leaders and civilizations uncovered so far:
Leaders:
- Edward Teach
- Sayyida al Hurra
- Whina Cooper
Civilizations:
- Iceland
- Ottoman
- Pirate Republic
- Maori
- Tonga
The datamined content also suggests the introduction of a new game era. Civilization 7 currently progresses through the Antiquity, Exploration, and Modern Ages. A file labeled "age-atomic-shell" implies that an Atomic Age could be in the works to extend the endgame experience.
The anticipation of these new additions may inject some needed vitality into Civilization 7, considering its current Mixed review status on Steam. While many players are split in their opinion—swayed largely by an interface many find frustrating and missing features from older versions—the dynamic leader and civilization combos seem to be a bright spot. It might just give Firaxis the edge they need to win over even the toughest critics of this latest entry in the celebrated strategy game series.
