Summary
- The March 4 update will bring UI tweaks, new content, and re-enabled crossplay, aiming to address player feedback.
- The March 25 patch will add the Quick Move function, customization options, and more UI improvements, with DLC updates.
- Future updates are planned to include new features like research queueing, new resource types, and modding support.
Continuing its run of key Civilization 7 updates, developer Firaxis Games has revealed a mix of gameplay tweaks and new content arriving in the game on March 4, 2025, and beyond. This announcement follows a few different patches Civilization 7 players have received over the past month, which were shipped in response to the early-access feedback obtained before its official launch on February 11.
Being the first Civilization game to come out in nearly a decade, Civilization 7 experienced a significant influx of players when it finally rolled out, getting a peak concurrent player count of over 80K on Steam just the next day after release. While the critics generally praised the game, a certain section of fans—especially those on Valve's platform—expressed their disappointment at the state of the turn-based strategy title. As a result, it currently has a "Mixed" rating on Steam based on more than 25K reviews, out of which only 50% are positive. However, Firaxis has been addressing the shortcomings at a reasonable pace and even made a sizable patch available on the first day.
In the latest development, the Civilization 7 developer shared a comprehensive roadmap, detailing the game's updates lined up for March 2025 and for the future. First off, with Update 1.1.0 on March 4, it is set to introduce certain tweaks and refinements to the UI—a major area of concern as per the negative reviews on Steam. This patch is set to bring new content and gameplay changes, including the addition of Bermuda Triangle as a new natural wonder, some important adjustments to Modern Age's Cultural Legacy Path and Victory, fixes to various multiplayer issues, and more. Importantly, the March 4 update will also re-enable crossplay between consoles and PC, which was previously disabled to deliver patches for Civilization 7's PC version at a faster rate. Moreover, the Natural Wonder Battle in-game event, slated for launch with this update, is now postponed without a date in order to make room for the developer to focus on quality-of-life changes first.
Civilization 7 Getting Two Big Updates in March 2025
In addition to the March 4 patch, the Civilization 7 team also laid out some of the highlights of the 1.1.1 patch scheduled for March 25. This update is being planned to add a Quick Move function, the ability to customize the names of commanders and cities, Mount Everest as another natural wonder, and even more UI improvements, among other things. While the first March update will unlock the first half of the paid Crossroads of the World Collection DLC, the second March update will roll out the remaining content. For other Civilization 7 patches coming in the future, the developer has expressed interest in delivering useful features, such as new resource types, research queueing, multiplayer teams functionality, modding support, and more.
Judging by the cadence of updates, the commitment of Firaxis looks promising for Civilization 7's long-term performance. However, only time will tell if these changes manage to successfully win back the favor of those players who have been left disgruntled by the game's initial state.
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 79 /100 Critics Rec: 77%
- Released
- February 11, 2025
- ESRB
- Everyone 10+ // Alcohol and Tobacco Reference, Mild Language, Mild Violence, Suggestive Themes
- Developer(s)
- Firaxis Games
- Publisher(s)
- 2K
WHERE TO PLAY
The award-winning strategy game franchise returns with a revolutionary new chapter. Sid Meier's Civilization® VII empowers you to build the greatest empire the world has ever known!
In Civilization VII, your strategic decisions shape the unique cultural lineage of your evolving empire. Rule as one of many legendary leaders from throughout history and steer the course of your story by choosing a new civilization to represent your empire in each Age of human advancement.
Construct cities and architectural wonders to expand your territory, improve your civilization with technological breakthroughs, and conquer or cooperate with rival civilizations as you explore the far reaches of the unknown world. Pursue prosperity in an immersive solo experience or play with others in online multiplayer.
Whether you choose to follow a path rooted in history or reimagine possibilities to chart your own way forward, build something you believe in and create a legacy that echoes through the Ages in Civilization VII.
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer
- Cross-Platform Play
- Yes - all platforms, restrictions apply
- Cross Save
- Yes, via 2K account
- Franchise
- Sid Meier's Civilization
- Number of Players
- 1-8 players
- Steam Deck Compatibility
- Verified
- PC Release Date
- February 11, 2025
- Xbox Series X|S Release Date
- February 11, 2025
- PS5 Release Date
- February 11, 2025
- Nintendo Switch Release Date
- February 11, 2025
- Genre(s)
- Grand Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy, 4X
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PC
- X|S Optimized
- Yes
- Local Co-Op Support
- No
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
