by Lucas Jan 20,2025
Civilization VII: 2025's Most Anticipated PC Game Unveils New Campaign Mechanics
Civilization VII has been crowned the most anticipated PC game of 2025 by PC Gamer's "Most Wanted" event. This announcement, along with a reveal of engaging new campaign mechanics by Creative Director Ed Beach, has generated significant excitement. Let's delve into the details.
PC Gamer's "Most Wanted" Crowns Civ VII
On December 6th, the PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted highlighted the top 25 upcoming PC games of 2025, as determined by a vote from The Council – a panel of over 70 developers, creators, and editors. Civilization VII secured the coveted top spot. The nearly three-hour livestream also showcased other anticipated titles, including Let’s Build a Dungeon and Drivers of the Apocalypse.
Other notable titles in the rankings included Doom: The Dark Ages (2nd), Monster Hunter Wilds (3rd), and Slay the Spire 2 (4th). The list also featured Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, The Thing: Remastered, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II. Interestingly, Hollow Knight: Silksong was absent from the rankings and its trailer was not shown.
Civilization VII is slated for a simultaneous release on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch on February 11, 2025.
The "Ages" Mechanic: A Campaign Revamp
Addressing a key finding from Civilization VI data – that many players didn't complete campaigns – Firaxis Games introduced a groundbreaking new mechanic in Civ VII: "Ages." This divides each playthrough into three distinct eras: Antiquity, Exploration, and Modern.
As Ed Beach explained in a PC Gamer interview, this allows players to transition to a historically or geographically linked civilization at the end of each Age, mirroring the rise and fall of real-world empires. This dynamic approach offers a fresh perspective on gameplay.
The transition isn't random; connections must exist. For instance, the Roman Empire might naturally progress to the French Empire, potentially with the Norman Empire acting as a bridge. Importantly, your leader remains consistent across Ages, maintaining a sense of continuity and rivalry. An "overbuild" feature allows constructing new buildings atop existing ones, while Wonders and certain structures persist.
This innovative approach offers players a unique experience, allowing them to manage diverse civilizations within a single campaign, tackling various cultural, military, diplomatic, and economic challenges while retaining the familiarity of a consistent leader.
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