Civilization VII's Early Access Launch Receives Overwhelmingly Negative Steam Reviews
Civilization VII (Civ 7), released five days early via Steam's Advanced Access, has been met with a deluge of negative player feedback, resulting in a "Mostly Negative" overall rating on the platform. Despite high anticipation for the first new Civilization game since 2016's Civ VI, the early access build has fallen short of expectations.
Key criticisms center around several core aspects of the game:
User Interface (UI): Many players find the UI clunky and visually unappealing compared to its predecessor. Several reviews describe the interface as "janky," "ugly," and even likened it to a "free mobile knockoff." Some speculate that Firaxis Games prioritized console development, resulting in a limited and less refined PC UI experience.
Maps and Map Customization: Significant complaints target the map system. Players cite difficulties in map selection, limited map size options (only small, medium, and large, compared to Civ VI's five sizes), and a lack of customization. The lack of detailed map information during selection is also a common complaint.
Resource Mechanics: The revised resource management system, which assigns resources to cities or empires strategically instead of direct tile-based collection, is another major point of contention. Players argue that the previous system offered greater replayability.
Firaxis Games has acknowledged the negative feedback, particularly concerning the UI, promising ongoing improvements and updates. They also indicated that future updates and expansions will address map-related concerns. However, the overwhelmingly negative initial reception raises significant questions about the game's current state and its potential for improvement before the official release.
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