Back in February 2023, publisher 2K announced that a new entry in theCivilizationfranchise was officially in development, alongside the announcement that long-time Firaxis members Jake Solomon and Steve Martin would be leaving the studio. After over a year of waiting, fans have finally gotten their first look atCivilization 7, with a trailer dropping duringSummer Game Fest’s live showcase.
Harkening back to the teaser trailers of the franchise’s past,Civilization 7’s reveal takes fans through the ages, all the way from Ancient Era stone carvings right up until space flight. Along the way, fans got a few brief glimpses at some familiar faces, seemingly confirming their existence as playable leaders inCivilization 7.
No Civilizations or Leaders have been officially confirmed forCivilization 7yet, but fans are sure to find out more about the roster duringCiv 7’s August showcase.
Every Civ Teased in Civilization 7’s Reveal Trailer
The first familiar face fans will spot in theCivilization 7reveal trailer is an Egyptian woman towering above some pyramids. While there are a few historical figures this statue could represent, it seems most likely that this is meant to be a depiction of Cleopatra, the infamousQueen of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egyptand a franchise staple who’s appeared in the vast majority ofCivilizationtitles.
As the camera sweeps over Cleopatra’s shoulders, the Great Wall of China is revealed, with a fierce battle seemingly raging on top. It seems as though this battle is depictingthe Mongol Conquest of China, with the attacking forces wearing fur armor that’s often associated with Mongolian warriors. Two towering statues then appear above the Great Wall, with one of them likely being the Mongol leader Genghis Khan, or perhaps one of his descendants who also invaded China, such as Kublai Khan. It’s been a while since the Mongolians were present inCivilization’s day-one roster, and while this trailer doesn’t strictly confirm that’ll be the case inCiv 7, it seems probable.
From then on,Civilization 7’s reveal trailer gets a little more general. As more eras are shown, it becomes less clear which specific Civilization is being depicted. Fans are shown a Renaissance-era city that could belong to a plethora of nations, and then a harbor setting that appears quite colonial in aesthetic. This harbor setting could be teasing an American or English civilization, though it’s pretty unclear.
Every Era Shown in Civilization 7’s Reveal Trailer
For decades now, theCivilizationfranchise has followed the same general formula for its eras, and based on the reveal trailer, it seems as thoughCivilization 7is going to follow suit. TheCivilization 7Summer Game Fest trailertakes fans on a journey through each standardCivera, from Ancient Era caravans to the Medieval Era’s melee warfare, and from the Renaissance Era’s penchant for art and culture to the Industrial Era’s steam-powered transport, to finally a Modern Era city and an Atomic Era rocket.
As the trailer moves through these major eras, the material of the on-screen diorama changes to represent the materials associated with the period. For instance, in the Ancient Era, the diorama is made of stone, in the Renaissance Era it’s bronze, and in the Industrial Era it’s iron/steel. It’s unclear ifCivilization 6: Gathering Storm’s Future Erawill be present inCiv 7as the trailer ends with space flight.
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Civilization VIoffers new ways to engage with your world: cities now physically expand across the map, active research in technology and culture unlocks new potential, and competing leaders will pursue their own agendas based on their historical traits as you race for one of five ways to achieve victory in the game.Expansive empiresSee the marvels of your empire spread across the map like never before. Each district, wonder, and improvement is built on its own hex, allowing you to customize your city to your heart’s content. From the Commercial Hub to the Spaceport, every district provides unique and powerful bonuses. Pick and choose which districts to build to fit your needs! Build better than your opponents, place yourself strategically for your allies, and become the best civilization on Earth.Active ResearchBoost your civilization’s progress through history to unlock powerful bonuses before anyone else! To advance more quickly, use your units to actively explore, develop your environment, and discover new cultures. Research isn’t just limited to science. Explore the Civics tree to unlock powerful new governments and cultural policies Cultivate the civilization that fits your playstyle, or switch it up every time you play!Dynamic diplomacyAs the game progresses, so do your diplomatic relationships. From primitive first interactions where conflict is a fact of life, to late game alliances and negotiations. Carry influence with nearby city states to gain its diplomatic allegiance and earn game-changing city-state bonuses. Enlist spies to gather crucial intel on rival civilizations, steal precious resources, and even topple governments.
