Overview of Recent Developments in Civilization VII
- Certain players of Civilization VII have gained early access to upcoming DLC content.
- The second part of the Crossroads of the World expansion is set to launch on March 25.
- Firaxis, the game’s developer, has not issued any statements regarding this situation.
Recently, a subset of Civilization VII players received an unexpected treat: access to future downloadable content (DLC) three weeks ahead of its planned release. While this surprise has thrilled some, it primarily affected PlayStation users, leaving players on PC and Xbox without similar access. Many PlayStation users took to social media to express their astonishment over the early content availability.
The recent update, version 1.1.0, was intended to activate only Part 1 of the Crossroads of the Worlds DLC. This first installment introduced significant historical figures and civilizations, including Ada Lovelace, Great Britain, and Carthage. However, unintendedly, several players have found themselves with access to both Part 1 and Part 2 ahead of schedule, which is officially slated for release on March 25.
Details on Crossroads of the World Part 2
In Part 2 of the Crossroads of the World expansion, players can look forward to the introduction of the renowned statesman Simon Bolivar alongside the new civilizations of Bulgaria and Nepal. Bulgaria represents an Exploration Age civilization, whereas Nepal is categorized under the Modern Age. While Bolivar may not be directly linked to either of these, his militaristic background offers an interesting relation to Bulgaria. Both new civilizations come equipped with distinctive units and structures, enhancing gameplay through unique abilities.
Currently, Firaxis has not issued any commentary on this early access situation, leaving many to speculate about potential ramifications. Concerns among the fanbase include the possibility of the developers patching out the early-access content or, conversely, releasing the DLC prematurely to ensure fairness among all players. Whatever strategy they choose to adopt, it is likely to prompt a strong reaction from the community.
The overall reception of Civilization VII has been mixed, with players expressing dissatisfaction over the game’s perceived lack of polish and completion. The premature availability of this DLC, occurring while the main game continues to face numerous unresolved issues, has drawn criticism from long-time franchise supporters.
Nonetheless, it should be acknowledged that the 1.1.0 update introduces numerous positive adjustments, effectively addressing many of the initial concerns players had. Additionally, it brings new free content, including the Bermuda Triangle, increasing the tally of Natural Wonders available in the base game to 13.
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