Civilization 7 Leak Reveals Future DLC Plans
While the Early Access launch was bumpy, players are buzzing about datamined leaks that have revealed potential paid DLC content for Civilisation 7, including new leaders, civilisations, and a game-changing fourth era.
Early Access Turbulence and Developer Roadmap
Firaxis' Civilisation 7 was criticised for its technical issues at launch, so a public roadmap was issued outlining fixes and future updates. Although two leaders and four civilisations are scheduled to arrive in March 2025, data miners have uncovered evidence of broader expansions—likely tied to the Right to Rule DLC.
- Leaked Content: Leaders, Civs, and the Atomic Age
Reddit user u/ManBytheRiver11 discovered references in the game files to: - Leaders: Edward Teach (Blackbeard), Sayyida al-Hurra (Moroccan pirate queen), and Whina Cooper (Māori activist).
- Civilisations: Ottomans, Māori, Tonga, Pirate Republic, and Iceland.
- Fourth Age: The Atomic Age, which could expand late-game tech and diplomacy.
- Though it is not official, these correspond to rumours regarding a DLC-heavy "Fourth Age" update.
Paid DLC Model Sparks Debate
Leaks indicate that content will be released in a paid DLC model, much like The Sims 4 relies on expansions. Although the method has been criticized, it has kept titles alive for years. Firaxis may rely on the quality to cost ratio to ensure success.
Warning: Files ≠ Releases
Game files typically contain concepts that were scrapped. Firaxis has not confirmed this information, but the community considers it credible given previous rumors.
A New Era for Civ 7?
If the Right to Rule DLC turns out polished, Civilisation 7 could end up like The Sims 4. Fans will have to wait for confirmation on this one and hope the Atomic Age is going to change the face of strategic gameplay.
