Potential Civilization 7 Leak Unveils New Leaders and Additional Features

Let’s dive into some exciting developments for Civilization 7. A recent datamining effort has brought to light intriguing details about potential content on the horizon for this 4X strategy game, with a hint at an adventurous pirate theme. Among the rumored new leaders, fans might soon navigate the seas with figures like Whina Cooper, leader of the 1950s Māori Women’s League, the infamous 16th-century Moroccan privateer, Sayyida al Hurra, and the notorious pirate Edward Teach, widely known as Blackbeard.

As we eagerly approach Civilization 7’s worldwide release on February 11, those who snagged either the Founders or Deluxe editions are already deep into gameplay, having gained early access starting February 5. Though reactions from early players have been somewhat mixed, there’s no denying the intriguing chatter surrounding the leader and civilization options available in the base game.

Currently, the game features 21 leaders, and Civilization 7 breaks from tradition by allowing leaders to partner with various civilizations, a move that, while sacrificing some historical authenticity, opens up an ocean of strategic possibilities for players. This freedom is a fresh twist, and apparently, there’s potential for even more combinations. A Reddit user, ManByTheRiver11, claims that their datamining has uncovered future leaders and civilizations, hinting at the inclusion of Icelandic, Ottoman, Māori, and Tongan civilizations, in addition to something curiously titled Pirate Republic.

Rumored Leaders and Civilizations in Civilization 7

• Leaders:

  • Edward Teach (Blackbeard)
  • Sayyida al Hurra
  • Whina Cooper
• Civilizations:
  • Iceland
  • Ottoman Empire
  • Pirate Republic
  • Māori
  • Tonga

The datamining also suggests an enticing new epoch—the Atomic Age. As it stands, Civilization 7 progresses players through the Antiquity Age, the Exploration Age, and onto the Modern Age. The rumored "age-atomic-shell" file implies that an Atomic Age could eventually enhance the endgame, promising deeper strategic depth and a richer historical journey.

The introduction of additional leaders, new civilizations, and a possible new age might just be the positive push Civilization 7 needs at this stage. With reviews on Steam currently sitting at a mixed rating, players are divided on whether the game earns their thumbs up or down. Many critiques focus on the game’s UI and the absence of some beloved features from earlier installments. However, Firaxis could certainly still win over the community by continuing to innovate with leader and civilization pairings, securing this as one of the most exciting aspects of Civilization 7.