Civilization 7 Dataminers Find Atomic Age Clue, Firaxis Excited for Future

In the world of *Civilization 7*, dataminers have uncovered hints of an exciting new addition: a fourth, unannounced Age. This revelation comes alongside a revealing interview with IGN, where Firaxis, the game's developer, teased future plans for the game. A standard campaign in *Civilization 7* spans three Ages: Antiquity, Exploration, and Modern. Each Age concludes with an Age Transition, a pivotal moment where players select a new civilization, choose which Legacies to carry forward, and witness the evolution of the game world. This innovative system is a first for the *Civilization* series.

The Modern Age in *Civilization 7* wraps up before the Cold War era. Lead designer Ed Beach confirmed this timeline in the IGN interview, explaining that Firaxis chose to end the current game version at the conclusion of World War 2. Beach elaborated on the historical reasoning behind the Age transitions, highlighting the collapse of major empires around the 300 to 500 CE period as the end of Antiquity. The shift from Exploration to Modern was inspired by the challenges faced by monarchies during revolutions in the 18th and 19th centuries. The Modern Age concludes with the World Wars, a significant pivot in history.

When asked about potential expansions, executive producer Dennis Shirk hinted at the possibilities without confirming specifics. He emphasized the rich systems, visuals, and units unique to each Age, suggesting exciting future developments. Following this tease, dataminers discovered references to an "Atomic Age" in the game files, along with mentions of new leaders and civilizations. This aligns with Firaxis' strategy of releasing DLC for previous *Civilization* titles and fits well with the current game's ending and Shirk's hints.

In the meantime, Firaxis is addressing community feedback to improve *Civilization 7*, which has received a 'mixed' user review rating on Steam. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick remains optimistic, believing that the "legacy Civ audience" will grow to appreciate the game as they spend more time with it. He described the game's early performance as "very encouraging."

For players eager to conquer the world in *Civilization 7*, our comprehensive guides offer valuable insights. From completing every victory type to understanding the significant changes from *Civilization 6*, and avoiding common mistakes, we've got you covered. Additionally, explore our explanations of all map types and difficulty settings to enhance your gameplay experience.