"Firaxis Excited as Civ 7 Dataminers Find Atomic Age Clue"

In a recent discovery, dataminers have uncovered hints of a fourth, unannounced Age in Civilization 7, sparking excitement among the game's community. This revelation comes alongside an interview with IGN where Firaxis, the game's developer, teased their future plans for the game. A full campaign in Civilization 7 currently spans three Ages: Antiquity, Exploration, and Modern. Each Age concludes with an Age Transition, a unique feature in the series where players select a new civilization, choose which Legacies to carry forward, and witness the evolution of the game world.

Lead designer Ed Beach confirmed in the IGN interview that the Modern Age in Civilization 7 concludes at the end of World War 2, deliberately avoiding the Cold War era. Beach explained the rationale behind the Age divisions, emphasizing the historical significance of each transition point. The end of Antiquity coincides with the fall of major empires around the 300 to 500 CE, while the shift from Exploration to Modern is marked by revolutionary upheavals in the 18th and 19th centuries. The Modern Age ends with the pivotal changes brought about by the World Wars.

When asked about expanding the game with a fourth Age, executive producer Dennis Shirk remained coy but hinted at exciting possibilities. "You can imagine the possibilities with this, honestly," Shirk said, suggesting that the design team's setup allows for rich, age-specific content that could potentially include space exploration and modern units.

Following this tease, dataminers, particularly Redditor ManByTheRiver11, found references to the Atomic Age within the game's files, along with mentions of new leaders and civilizations. This aligns well with Shirk's comments and the current end-point of Civilization 7, hinting at a potential expansion into the Atomic Age.

In the meantime, Firaxis is addressing community feedback to improve the game's reception, which currently stands at a 'mixed' user review rating on Steam. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick expressed optimism about the game's future, believing that the "legacy Civ audience" will grow to appreciate Civilization 7 as they spend more time with it.

For players eager to dominate the world in Civilization 7, be sure to check out our comprehensive guides. From completing every victory type to understanding the significant changes from Civilization 6, and avoiding common pitfalls, we've got you covered. Additionally, delve into our explanations of all the map types and difficulty settings to enhance your gameplay experience.