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Okay, so, Firaxis Games just dropped this massive update for Civilization 7. I mean, huger than that time I accidentally ordered a large pizza instead of a medium. Sidebar, why do large pizzas always feel like enough for a small army? Anyway, this update is supposed to be this mega-content-packed event. And when they say the community was involved, it’s like, FINALLY! Someone listened, right?
Civilization 7 was this big deal back in Feb 2025. Like, it’s been nine years since the last one—so, a lot of folks have been holding their breath more than those hardcore yoga fans. The game struts its stuff in these three main ages: Antiquity, Exploration, and Modern. You pick a legendary leader (kinda like choosing a favorite Taylor Swift era) and either go full “let’s hold hands and be friends” or “conquer everything” mode. I wonder what Gandhi would think about that. Ah, but I digress—let’s get back on track.
Now they’ve rolled out this juicy update, version 1.2.2—I like saying it like a little rhythm, one-two-two—that’s set to hit on June 17. It’s a bit like getting new flavors in your go-to ice cream shop, but the virtual kind. They’re bringing in these large and huge maps (yes, both) for up to ten civilizations in single-player and eight if you’re mixing it up in multiplayer. And there are advanced options, too; like, throw some spice in your game start. You can toggle on and off crises, tweak AI difficulties—make or break your cerebral sweat.
Speaking of toggles, you can now do this cool thing with the Legacy Paths, like flipping them on and off. And there’s this snazzy Crisis Picker, which sounds like something you’d use to prank a friend, but it’s real. There’s also something about bypassing Civ unlocks. I’m guessing that, like, means skipping the queue? Who even is patient anymore?
Steam Workshop is getting support, which is excellent if the devs ever, you know, go off-grid. Now you can play with mods more freely, like swapping out your regular coffee for a double shot espresso, but for gameplay. Towns are having a bit of a glow-up too; Resort Towns are in, could use a getaway right about now, and Urban Centers are getting a makeover Ashley Tisdale would envy.
Oh, before I wander off into another tangent, there’s more: they’re working on bug fixes, UI blues – oops, I mean polish – all aimed at making life easier for us mere mortals juggling the apocalypse and pixelated diplomacy. Expect some pettable Scout Dogs too. I mean, who saw that coming?
Oh! Let’s not forget the juicy whispers about future updates. Auto-Explore may show up in July like an unexpected guest who browses your book collection (we all have that one friend). And Hotseat Multiplayer—no date, but they’ve sworn it’s in the works, tirelessly scoping it like an eagle in a Disney film.
Anymore side comments? Nope, I guess not. Sounds like they’ve really packed it in this time. Time to dive back into the Civ world, I suppose. Save some room on your hard drive and, I dunno, keep snacks handy. It’s gonna be a wild ride.
