You asked, our historians answered!
Our @FiraxisGames historians responded to 35 of your best questions on topics from leader and civ selections, to historical research, representation, attire, unique abilities, and more.
Read the full Q&A - https://t.co/zRngIYkXBF
It's AMA time! Firaxis historians Finn, Emily, and Andrew are here to answer your Qs about civs and leaders, our historical inspirations, and all things history & narrative in Civ VII!
Drop your questions below, and stay civilized! Answers coming June 26. #CivilizationVII
Update 1.4.1 is releasing now in #Civ7, featuring:
⬢ Hotseat Multiplayer
⬢ New Archipelago Map
⬢ Overhaul to Governments, Celebrations, & Happiness
⬢ Brush & Blade DLC - Part 1
...and more!
Full notes - https://t.co/ilDiR98qwX
Before we share news on the next update for Civ VII, we wanted to take a look back at Test of Time. You've heard us say it before but we'll it iterate it once more - this was our biggest update to Civ VII since we launched, and simultaneously our most community-driven.
1.4.1 is loading in, but for now, here's Test of Time by the numbers!
Did you catch the new unit designs our art team cooked up for Test of Time? 👀
To maintain historical authenticity when creating unit models, the team gathered literary references and images from museums and private antique dealers. This allowed us to showcase cultures and civs that were less defined at launch.
Check out these models—and plenty more—in Civ VII right now!
Ready to build a civ that stands the Test of Time?
@quill18 shares the basics for setting up a campaign in Civilization VII after the massive, all-new Test of Time Update!
https://t.co/QLgqMjeYYG
Test of Time—our biggest update to Civilization VII since its launch—is finally out! This update wouldn’t have been possible without the combined efforts of our teams across Firaxis and 2K, as well as the feedback from our incredibly passionate community.
Highlights from this update include:
- The ability to start and stay as any Civ throughout all three ages
- A new flexible, sandbox-driven system we call Triumphs
- A total overhaul of Victories
To learn more about everything coming to Civilization VII as part of Test of Time, check out: https://t.co/0uvGuICwhw
The 𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄 Update is live in Civilization VII now, featuring:
⬢ Start & Stay as One Civ
⬢ Victories Rework
⬢ Triumph System
⬢ Alexander the Great
...and MUCH more!
Read the full notes here - https://t.co/ilDiR98qwX
We're excited to share that Civilization VII is a finalist in the 2026 Apple Design Awards.
Thanks to @AppStore for the recognition, and to our community for your ongoing support! 🌎❤️
#WWDC26
In our next Dev Diary, hear how the @FiraxisGames Audio team brought a symphony of new sounds and music to the Test of Time Update!
📝https://t.co/uSX2otiXpv
In Test of Time, Legacy Paths have been replaced by a new system called "Triumphs"
Read our latest Dev Diary to learn how these challenging objectives will keep each game unique, and help you build bonuses across Ages.
📝https://t.co/BWX2hqpcGn
What's this?! I'm being allowed to unleash chaos LIVE in the @FiraxisGames studios playing the brand new @CivGame 's Test of Time Update? HUZZAH!!
I promise I have absolutely no evil or cheeky intentions for this stream. At all. Maybe.
ICYMI, we're hosting our Test of Time livestream on May 13, featuring a 2v2 showdown led by some familiar faces...
✨ @Ursa_Ryan
✨ @VanBradleyGames
Don't miss any of the action!
🗓️ Wednesday, May 13
🕘 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET
📍https://t.co/upo5QIMwYL
It's time, Civ fans.
In our new Dev Diary, see how Time-Tested Civs give you the option to start and stay as any civilization from any Age, for as many Ages as you like.
📝 https://t.co/g0jqeECmjT
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Anniversary Giveaway and shared their memories with our games — we loved reading every single one 🧡
And now, congratulations to our winners: @joefis, @likesmthcool, and @SirDrakeWilson! 🥳
What was your first Firaxis game? 🧡
Let us know in the comments to enter: three winners will get a Steam code they can redeem for any one title from a selection of Firaxis games including Civilization VII, XCOM and more.
Full terms and conditions in comments!