Civilization 7 Datamine Reveals Atomic Age Clue; Firaxis Excited for Future

Dataminers have uncovered intriguing hints that Civilization 7 may soon feature a fourth, previously unannounced Age. This news comes alongside comments from Firaxis, the game's developer, in a recent interview with IGN, where they hinted at future plans for the game.

A complete campaign in Civilization 7 currently spans three distinct Ages: Antiquity, Exploration, and Modern. Each Age concludes with an Age Transition, a pivotal moment where players select a new civilization from the upcoming Age, choose which Legacies to carry forward, and witness the evolution of the game world. This unique system marks a significant departure from previous Civilization games.

The Modern Age in Civilization 7 culminates before the onset of the Cold War, a decision confirmed by lead designer Ed Beach in his IGN interview. Beach explained that Firaxis chose to end the current game at the conclusion of World War II, emphasizing the careful consideration of historical timelines and global events. He highlighted the collaborative efforts with senior historian Andrew Johnson, whose expertise in Southeast Asian history helped ensure a comprehensive global perspective.

Beach detailed how the Ages were structured: Antiquity ends around the 300 to 500 CE period, a time when major empires across the world faced similar challenges. The transition to the Modern Age reflects the shift from established monarchies to revolutionary movements, such as the French and American Revolutions. The Modern Age itself concludes with the pivotal events of the World Wars, allowing for significant changes in gameplay mechanics like diplomacy, warfare, and commander access.

When asked about the possibility of a fourth Age, executive producer Dennis Shirk remained coy but hinted at exciting future developments. He praised the game's modular design, which allows for rich, age-specific content, and expressed enthusiasm for potential expansions.

Following Shirk's comments, dataminers, particularly Redditor ManByTheRiver11, have found references to an "Atomic Age" within the game files, along with mentions of new leaders and civilizations. This discovery aligns with Firaxis' established DLC strategy and suggests that the Atomic Age could be the next significant addition to Civilization 7.

In the meantime, Firaxis is focused on addressing community feedback and improving the game's reception on Steam, which currently stands at a 'mixed' user review rating. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick remains optimistic, believing that the game's dedicated fanbase will appreciate its depth as they spend more time with it.

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