Gandhi Pacifism in Civilization 7 Uncertain

Civilization VII has arrived, and a key question for longtime players is: where's Gandhi? A staple of the series since 1991, his absence is notable. However, Civilization VII lead designer Ed Beach offers reassurance.

Gandhi's omission isn't due to oversight. Beach explains that Firaxis has a broader roadmap for future content, and some civilizations, including Gandhi, are better suited for post-launch DLC. This echoes similar situations in previous installments where iconic civilizations were initially absent from the base game (e.g., Mongolia and Persia in Civ V or VI). The team prioritizes a mix of established and fresh civilizations in the initial release.

Gandhi's inclusion in future Civ 7 DLC is hinted at. Image credit: Firaxis.

Beach specifically addressed concerns about missing civilizations like Great Britain, noting that a longer-term plan exists for their inclusion. (Note: Carthage and Great Britain are slated for release in March 2025 as part of The Crossroads of the World Collection DLC, followed by Bulgaria and Nepal). He emphasizes that while some favorites are initially absent, Firaxis considers the long-term vision when adding leaders and civilizations. Thus, there's hope for Gandhi's eventual return.

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Meanwhile, Firaxis is addressing community feedback regarding Civilization VII's mixed Steam reviews. Criticisms include the user interface, limited map variety, and perceived missing features. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledged the negative feedback but expressed confidence that the core player base will appreciate the game with continued play, deeming its early performance encouraging.

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