35 Years of Sid Meier's Civilization®
In 1991, Sid Meier and his team launched a new game that challenged players to build civilizations that could stand the test of time. In the 35 years since, millions of players have founded and led countless empires that reshaped world history in their image.
We're humbled to celebrate three-and-a-half decades of developing landmark strategy experiences for the best community in gaming. To everyone who has ever kept playing for just "one more turn": thank you.
In celebration of this massive milestone, we’re excited to share a look at where Civilization VII is headed next!
Introducing the Arc of Tomorrow update
We're thrilled to unveil our next major free update for Civ VII, which we're calling Arc of Tomorrow. Larger in scope than even the Test of Time update from May, this next overhaul brings another wave of significant new features and content to Civ VII, including a fourth, brand-new Age: the Atomic Age.
Expected to arrive in 2027, the Arc of Tomorrow update extends Civ VII's playable span of history from approximately the 1950s to the 2050s. Here's a more in-depth breakdown of the new content and gameplay systems included in this free update for all Civilization VII players:
- The Atomic Age dawns: Like the previous three Ages, the Atomic Age brings its own period-specific gameplay, as well as new Buildings, Units, visuals, and more.
- Expanded Nuclear gameplay: Arc of Tomorrow reimagines Civ's approach to nuclear strategy, with new offensive and defensive options and Units, plus a fun twist on mutually assured destruction.
- Multilateral Agreements: You and fellow leaders can collectively react to developing situations like a growing stockpile of nuclear warheads with calls for disarmament… or escalation.
- New empire management tools: The ability to transform your own Settlements into City-States offers finer control over your Settlement Limit and ensures you always have a path to engage with enhanced City-State abilities.
- Enhanced City-State interactions & Proxy Warfare: Manage global tensions without direct conflict by prompting City-States into Proxy Wars.
- Great Works of Film: Your Film Crews will hunt for the perfect shooting location that differs depending on desired genre, and gives variable benefits depending on the quality of Film produced.
- Manufactured Goods: These allow you to follow recipes that combine specific commodities to produce brand new, powerful resources like Enriched Uranium.
- New Leaders & civs: Stay tuned for more information in the future!
With the Arc of Tomorrow update, players will still be able to play from the Antiquity Age through the end of the game, or begin during whichever subsequent Age they choose—including the Atomic Age—with Advanced Start.
As with the Test of Time update, we're also inviting the community to put the Arc of Tomorrow content through its paces via the Firaxis Feature Workshop. We're planning to kick off our first round of playtesting for this update later this year. Check back for details on how to sign up! Community feedback remains vitally important to us and will continue to shape new content for Civ VII. We can't wait to hear what you think!
Reminder: all feature and gameplay details are subject to change while we iterate based on player feedback.
Civilization VII: Earthrise
While the Arc of Tomorrow updates bring Civilization VII into the present day and near future, the title's first full, paid expansion is themed around the historic space race and deploying missions across the solar system. We're calling it Civilization VII: Earthrise, and it's also expected to launch in 2027.
Prepare your empire for launch in Sid Meier's Civilization® VII: Earthrise. In this expansion for Civilization VII, your civ reaches for the stars as it adapts to a changing world.
Look to the Heavens
How will your civilization draw inspiration from the night sky? Guide your people from humble stargazers to pioneers of spaceflight. In the Antiquity and Exploration Ages, chart celestial bodies and turn cosmic insight into strategic advantage. As the Modern and Atomic Ages dawn, take humanity's first steps beyond the atmosphere: found a space agency, launch missions into the solar system, and survey nearby moons and planets. Each successful mission uncovers planetary features and untapped resources, fueling your civ’s growth back on Earth.
Adapt to Your Environment
Decide how your people will be shaped by the land, and how they'll shape it in return. New units and technologies let you alter the terrain and bonuses of tiles of your empire, opening fresh ways to manage your settlements. When natural disasters intensify with rising global temperatures, you'll have the tools to withstand them—or reverse the warming itself. And as your people master the tundra, desert, or tropics, your civilization will earn new gameplay advantages that enhance your abilities in these biomes.
More to Be Announced in the Coming Months!
Civilization VII: Earthrise includes additional gameplay systems, content updates, and new civs and leaders that will be announced in the future.
Add Sid Meier's Civilization VII: Earthrise to your wishlist on Steam, XBOX, or Epic to be notified as news drops!
Base game required. Some content requires unlocking via gameplay.
The Firaxis Feature Workshop returns
Returning after its successful first iteration focused on May's Test of Time update, the Firaxis Feature Workshop is officially reopening later this year!
You can sign up to test unreleased content from both the Arc of Tomorrow update and the Civilization VII: Earthrise expansion by filling out our interest survey. Visit the Firaxis Feature Workshop landing page to find the form, check out full details, and stay up-to-date on the latest news. We hope to see you in the Workshop's Discord server soon!
Update 1.5.0
Update 1.5.0 is now live in Civilization VII! To get the full details on everything it includes, check out our Game Update Notes page on the official Civ site.
Here’s a quick overview of what you can expect in 1.5.0:
- Earth map & True Start Location: Just as in Civilization VI, this new map generates the land, features, and resources of our real world, enabling a stronger roleplaying fantasy through history! You'll start your campaign in a map location representative of where your civ began according to Earth's actual geography.
- New Voronoi maps - Terra Incognita and Shuffle: As we've done in previous patches, we're updating two map types with our Voronoi map generation algorithm. This will help ensure these map types have greater variety and look more natural. Learn more here!
- Updates to resource generation: Map loading and generation is speedier, and resource placement should feel more varied.
- Updates to diplomacy: Use your influence to stay in an alliance without joining your ally’s misguided war.
- UI Updates: Additional updates to plot tooltips, Settlement banners, game setup, and a new tile ruler to help with city planning.
The Hall of History Collection
The fifth paid add-on Content Collection for Civilization VII, the Hall of History Collection, is available September 15!* Play as two classic Civ leaders, Elizabeth I and George Washington, and lead three returning civilizations: Babylon, Gauls, and England.
The Hall of History Collection includes:
- 2 new leaders: Elizabeth I, George Washington
- 3 new civilizations: Babylon, Gauls, England
*Base game required. Each DLC will be delivered automatically in-game when they are available. Terms apply.
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FAQs
JOIN OUR DISCORD
You’re invited to join our official Civilization Discord! Use this server to connect with fellow leaders, share your feedback, and hear directly from Firaxis developers about all things Civ.
Once you join, follow the steps below to earn the special in-game Modern Trade Banner cosmetic to customize your Civ VII profile*!
- Join the official Civilization Discord.
- Head to the #earn-discord-banner channel and follow the instructions within.
- Launch Civilization VII and redeem your code in-game!
*Offer available through 4/22/2027. Requires a copy of Civilization VII. One per account. Terms apply.
A new plushie scouts its way into our hearts!
You've already pet this loyal friend in-game, and now you can explore with your very own Scout Dog in real life! Whether it tags along on your journeys around the world or simply makes a great companion to the rest of your collection, this adorable plushie from our friends at Makeship will stay by your side through anything. Pre-order yours here!
For even more Scout Dog, check out these Emotes, Stickers, and more on Steam.
The Art and Making of Sid Meier's Civilization VII
Civ fans know a thing or two about building virtual empires, but do you know what goes into crafting a new entry in this landmark franchise? The Art and Making of Sid Meier's Civilization VII digs deep into the vast collaborative effort that is designing and developing Civ, with never-before-seen concept art, illustrations, photography, historical research, and exclusive interviews with the Firaxis team.
To learn more, or to pick up a copy of the book yourself (if you're in the U.S. or Canada), check out its page on the Insight Editions store here.
New 3D Civ art from Artovision
Display your love for Civ in three dimensions! Courtesy of Artovision, feast your eyes on these handcrafted, 3D artworks celebrating Civilization, which even come with official certificates of authenticity. Learn more and browse these Shadowbox and Desktop Art pieces here on the Artovision site.
Try the new Civ x MADRINAS collab
Build empires one sip at a time with Sid Meier’s Civilization x Madrinas Cinnamon Whiskey Whole Bean Coffee! Expertly forged with the long game in mind, this medium roast has warm cinnamon notes and smooth whiskey-inspired flavor.
To get this rare Resource for your own kitchen, head to the MADRINAS store page.
War Elephant Plushie
Inspired by the Maurya India Unique Unit, the Purabhettarah, War Elephant plushie is ready to guide you through fierce battles, or can be the perfect gift to begin an alliance. Look no further, as this historic companion has you covered. Pre-orders are open for a limited time, so snag one while you can here.
Benjamin and Confucius Plushies
That's right - the War Elephant isn't marching alone! Benjamin Franklin and Confucius are following close behind, so sweep aside the pens and bills to squeeze a little room. Our friends at Makeship have secretly made some of your greatest allies pocket-sized. These are just the first few historic icons of the lineup, so get ready for more surprises down the road. Get yours here.
Civilization VII Vinyl Soundtrack
You can own Civilization VII's soundtrack on vinyl. This box set features a large selection of music across the Ages including the main theme, “Live Gloriously” by Christopher Tin. Preorders are now open, so if you're a music enthusiast looking to expand your collection or seeking a unique piece of memorabilia to enhance your space, now's the time. Check out the store page here.
