Video gamers everywhere are buzzing with excitement with the news that a new mainline Civilization game is currently in development at Firaxis. For more than twenty-five years, the Civilization series has been one of the most influential and acclaimed turn-based strategy games around, allowing players to take control of legendary civilizations and compete for global supremacy. The most recent installment was back in 2016’s Civilization VI, so fans have been eagerly awaiting the announcement of another installment from the beloved series.
Compared to other gaming genres, strategy games take a considerable amount of time and effort to build and customize for fans of the series. That said, Firaxis is well known for delivering quality and customers have been promised “an all-new Civilization experience that provides both accessibility and endless replayability.” Fans can expect the same deep strategies and iconic gameplay they know and love while being surprised by unexpected features and unlocking never-seen-before possibilities.
The exact details of the game however are still a mystery at this point. It is currently unclear if the game will take place in the modern world, an alternate timeline, or a combination of both. Few other details such as the release date or new features have also not been confirmed. That said Firaxis has stated that “it will include many new ways to interact with your world, expand your empire across the map, advance your culture, and compete against history’s greatest leaders to build a civilization that will stand the test of time.”
Given the success and immense popularity of the series, it is no surprise that this new installment is highly anticipated. With the promise of a hands-on experience and deep level of customization, the new Civilization game will surely be one of the most celebrated strategy games to come out in a long time. As Firaxis continues to tease the fans with small details, everyone is eagerly awaiting the full announcement of the game and what it entails.