Civilization VII: Firaxis Hints at Gandhi's Return

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Civilization VII: Firaxis Hints at Gandhi's Return

Feb 20,25

Civilization 7's launch has left many veteran players questioning the absence of a familiar face: Mahatma Gandhi. A staple of the series since its inception in 1991, Gandhi's omission is notable, especially given his association with the infamous (and ultimately mythical) "Nuclear Gandhi" bug.

However, Civilization 7 lead designer Ed Beach offers reassurance. In a recent statement, Beach confirmed that Gandhi's absence isn't due to oversight. Instead, his inclusion is planned for future DLC.

Gandhi's return is slated for future Civ 7 DLC. Image credit: Firaxis.

Beach addressed concerns about missing civilizations, citing a longer-term roadmap for content additions. He highlighted that iconic civilizations like Mongolia and Persia were also absent from previous base games (Civ 5 and Civ 6), emphasizing the need to balance established favorites with fresh additions. He confirmed that while some choices must be made, Gandhi's inclusion remains a future possibility.

The statement offers hope for Gandhi's eventual return.

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Meanwhile, Firaxis is likely addressing the mixed user reviews on Steam. Criticisms center around the user interface, limited map variety, and the perceived lack of key features at launch. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledged the negative feedback but expressed confidence in the game's long-term success, suggesting that the "legacy Civ audience" will become more accepting with continued play.

Need help conquering the world? Consult our guides on achieving every Civ 7 victory type, understanding the key differences from Civ 6, avoiding common mistakes, and navigating map types and difficulty settings.

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