Even before its official launch, Civilization VII is expanding with the "Crossroads of the World" DLC, introducing new leaders, civilizations, and wonders. This article delves into the DLC's contents and offers predictions for its features.
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New Additions to Civ 7
Hot on the heels of the Deluxe Edition release, Firaxis Games unveiled the 2025 Post-Launch Roadmap, featuring the "Crossroads of the World" DLC. Included in the Deluxe and Founders' Editions, this DLC will deliver two new leaders, four new civilizations, and four new natural wonders in two installments: early and late March 2025.
Ada Lovelace, alongside Great Britain and Carthage civilizations, and four new natural wonders, will debut in early March. Simón Bolívar, Nepal, and Bulgaria will follow later in the month.
While specifics remain under wraps, we'll venture some educated guesses. These are predictions only, and all information is based on historical accounts and factual data. No offense is intended towards any culture or people.
Ada Lovelace: Leader Ability, Attributes, and Agenda Predictions
Ada Lovelace, the pioneering computer programmer, will likely be a science-focused leader. Given her aristocratic background, her bonuses might center around Codex and Specialist mechanics, currently unexplored by existing leaders. Combined with predicted Great Britain bonuses, she'll likely excel in science victories.
Simón Bolívar: Leader Ability, Attributes, and Agenda Predictions
Simón Bolívar, "The Liberator," will probably embody a militarist/expansionist playstyle, leveraging the Commanders mechanic. Unlike Trung Trac, his focus might be on logistical advantages to maintain a constantly advancing army.
Carthage: Unique Bonus, Unit, Infrastructure, and Wonder Predictions
Carthage's mercantile history suggests a naval trade and coastal focus. However, to differentiate from Aksum, it might specialize in Trade Route capacity and Culture bonuses from international trade, potentially with a Colossus wonder synergy.
Great Britain: Unique Bonus, Unit, Infrastructure, and Wonder Predictions
Great Britain, a Civ series veteran, will likely be a Modern Age civilization, perhaps unlockable from the Normans or automatically available when playing as Ada Lovelace. Bonuses might revolve around naval production, trade, and potentially Oxford University production boosts.
Nepal: Unique Bonus, Unit, Infrastructure, and Wonder Predictions
Nepal's Himalayan location suggests a Modern Age civilization with military and cultural advantages, potentially with units benefiting from mountainous terrain. Wonder synergy remains speculative.
Bulgaria: Unique Bonus, Unit, Infrastructure, and Wonder Predictions
Bulgaria's debut will likely emphasize military and economic strengths, possibly focusing on Cavalry and Traditions/Social Policies. Its Exploration Age placement hints at a design reflecting its post-Ottoman era.
Crossroads of the World DLC: Natural Wonder Bonus Predictions
The DLC will introduce four new Natural Wonders, likely providing additional Tile Yields without unique bonuses, as per Civ 7's current system.
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