- Ask-Our-Devs - We’re Answering Your Arc of Tomorrow & Earthrise Questions - 17 September 2026
Got questions about our newly announced Arc of Tomorrow update or the Earthrise expansion? We’ve got answers! We’ve loved seeing all the excitement from PAX (catch the stream here), and with two massive 2027 releases on the horizon, we’re opening the floor for an upcoming Dev Q&A. Here’s what’s coming in 2027 to Civilization VII: Arc of Tomorrow: A massive free update that introduces a new fourth Age - the Atomic Age - bringing new civs, leaders, proxy warfare, expanded diplomacy, and more. Earthrise: Civ VII’s first paid expansion, where you’ll build space agencies to launch missions across the solar system, bringing untapped resources back to fuel your growth on Earth - all while mastering new ways to adapt to the shifting environment back home.You can read the full breakdown in Civ’s 35th Anniversary article here. How to participate:Whether you're curious about the mechanics of the A…
- Wishlist Earthrise, the first paid expansion for Civ VII, coming in 2027 - 16 September 2026
Prepare your empire for launch with Civilization VII: Earthrise, arriving in 2027 and available to wishlist now. As we officially unveiled at PAX West 2026, this first paid expansion for Civilization VII will see your civ reach for the stars as it adapts to a changing world. Look to the HeavensHow will your civilization draw inspiration from the night sky? Guide your people from humble stargazers to pioneers of spaceflight. In the Antiquity and Exploration Ages, chart celestial bodies and turn cosmic insight into strategic advantage. As the Modern and Atomic Ages dawn, take humanity's first steps beyond the atmosphere: found a space agency, launch missions into the solar system, and survey nearby moons and planets. Each successful mission uncovers planetary features and untapped resources, fueling your civ’s growth back on Earth.Adapt to Your EnvironmentDecide how your people will be sh…
- Update 1.5.0 Notes - September 15, 2026 - 15 September 2026
Update 1.5.0 is officially live, bringing a batch of changes to Civilization VII, including the addition of the long-awaited True Start Location Earth map*. What makes this release even sweeter is that it lands right as we celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Civilization franchise! If you caught our developer panel at PAX, you also saw our first big look into Civ VII’s future, including the fourth age in the free Arc of Tomorrow update, and our upcoming expansion, Earthrise. Our team is now going heads-down to bring those massive releases across the finish line. Because of that, our patch cadence will naturally quiet down over the coming months, though we still have one more interim update in the pipeline.If you want an early look behind the curtain and a chance to help us shape what’s next, come apply to the Firaxis Feature Workshop to provide feedback on early builds with the team!…
- As Civilization 7 devs Firaxis prepare to unleash the nukes, the strategy game's latest update whips out a fresh take on the classic Real Earth map - 15 September 2026
The September update for Civ 7 arrives today, September 15th. It's got a handful of new maps, including a fresh version of the real life-mimicking True Start Earth playing field, and updates to diplomacy that'll stop you being automatically dragged into your allies' wars. Read more
- Civ VII Developer Video - September 2026 | Update 1.5.0 - 14 September 2026
Update 1.5.0 and the Hall of History Collection land tomorrow in Civilization VII, celebrating the series' 35-year legacy by adding fan-favorite map types, classic civs and leaders, and more! Update 1.5.0 includes:True Start Location Earth map: Starting in the Antiquity Age, grow your empire starting at the location of your civ’s historic capital. Terra Incognita & Shuffle maps: These two classic Civ VII maps have been updated with improved map generation, meaning more randomness and replayability.Updates to Resource generation and Diplomacy: Faster map loading and generation, more varied Resource placement, and new nuances to maintaining alliances when other leaders go to war.UI Improvements and gameplay tweaks. Watch Civ VII Live Lead Taymoor Rehman break down the new content in Update 1.5.0 here, or read on below for more details on the latter: Hall of History CollectionComing alongs…
- New Civ VII Steam Points Shop items now available! - 11 September 2026
In honor of the Civilization series' 35th anniversary, you can now show off your love for Civ with new Steam Points Shop items that mark the occasion!If you're unfamiliar, Points Shop items are Steam personalizations you can get by redeeming Steam Points; check out the Steam Points overview for full details.Steam Points Shop items35th Anniversary Animated Sticker Celebrate Civ's 35th anniversary by adding this shiny new sticker to your Steam profile.New Animated BackgroundTurn your Steam Profile into your own personalized empire with this new Civ-themed Animated Profile Background.New Mini Profile Animated BackgroundIf you want to make your Civ fandom known when other Steam users place their cursor over your avatar, this new Mini Profile Background will clearly display your love of Civ's turn-based strategy!New Steam Deck Startup Movie!To complement Civ VII being Steam Deck Verified, yo…
- Shape the future of Civilization VII in the Firaxis Feature Workshop! - 10 September 2026
Want to help shape the future of Civilization VII? The Firaxis Feature Workshop is officially reopening! This program brings dedicated players directly into the development loop to test, break, and provide feedback on early features ahead of our biggest updates.What’s being workshopped in Civilization VII? Our next Workshop rounds are focused on testing two key areas: the Arc of Tomorrow update and our first paid expansion, Civilization VII: Earthrise.Free Update: Arc of TomorrowArc of Tomorrow is a massive update introducing the Atomic Age, free for Civ VII players extending Civ VII’s timeline from the 1950s through the 2050s. While gameplay details are subject to change, here is what we’re currently building:Atomic Age: A new, fourth Age that extends the playable timeline of history from the 1950s through the 2050s.Modern world & visuals: Sweeping urban city architecture, updated tech…
- From the Devs: True Start Location Earth Map - 9 September 2026
Howdy Civ fans! I’m Taymoor, Live Lead on Civilization VII at Firaxis Games, and I work on our maps alongside Ken Pruiksma (who wrote a great article on our procedural map generation here). I’m here to tell you all about our newest map: True Start Location (TSL) Earth!A Brief History of CartographyBefore we dive into the details on TSL Earth, a very quick history lesson on making maps. Map-making has been an important part of many eras of history, providing a means of transferring knowledge, imparting valuable tactical information during wartime, and allowing distant travel and trade. Maps are always constructed with a purpose, often practical, political, or both. They reflect the perspective of the map-maker and are basically never objective views of the regions they represent. Familiar maps like the Mercator projection were made for sailors to navigate accurately, but warped the sizes…
- Civilization VII charts a course to the future with the free Arc of Tomorrow update and Earthrise DLC - 9 September 2026
Some big upgrades are coming in future to Civilization VII, with Firaxis Games outlining their upcoming content plans including free and paid expansions. Read the full article here: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/civilization-vii-charts-a-course-to-the-future-with-the-free-arc-of-tomorrow-update-and-earthrise-dlc/
- "You'll be able to engage in these high stakes arms races": Civilization 7's Arc of Tomorrow update aims to be a proper Cold War simulator - 7 September 2026
Civilization 7 is getting a new free update that takes the 4X strategy game into the atomic age, while trying to make nuclear era conflict a little more elaborate than just being first to research the requisite city-killing technology. Add in some new city state proxy war functionality, and you seemingly have everything you need to go full Henry Kissinger. Read more
- Civilization 7 will finally enter the atomic age in 2027, via a free update Firaxis says will be 'even bigger in scope' than last year's Test of Time - 6 September 2026
Despite more than a year of updates and at least one massive overhaul, Civilization 7 remains as stubbornly divisive as ever. May's enormous Test of Time update brought significant mechanical reworks and a fresh influx of players to Firaxis' latest entry in the 4X series. But with Steam reviews still sitting at ' Mixed' , with 51% positive, it ultimately did little to shift player opinion... Read more.
- Civilization 7 will finally enter the Atomic Age with a free update, followed by a space race DLC - 6 September 2026
The upcoming Civilization 7 patch 1.5.0 will be followed by free update Arc of Tomorrow in 2027, and a paid space DLC called Earthrise. Read the full story on PCGamesN: Civilization 7 will finally enter the Atomic Age with a free update, followed by a space race DLC
- Watch the Civilization VII developer panel from PAX West 2026! - 5 September 2026
In case you missed it, here’s our full panel from PAX West 2026! The team at Firaxis had a great time celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Civilization franchise and outlining all of the exciting things coming to Civ VII in the near future.If you weren’t able to tune in or attend in-person, we were thrilled to announce the Arc of Tomorrow update, which will be free for all players when it arrives in 2027.* This massive update will include new civilizations, leaders, a brand-new Age, and more new or refined features along with it! We were also proud to unveil Civilization VII: Earthrise, the game's first paid, space-themed expansion that is expected to release next year as well.** Looking to the even nearer future first, there’s also new content coming to Civilization VII later this month with Update 1.5.0. This update includes the long-awaited Earth map with True Start locations, in…
- A Look at Civ VII's Next Major Update and First Paid Expansion - 5 September 2026
Hi Civ fans - Ed Beach here, creative director of the Civilization franchise. This month marks the 35th anniversary of Civilization. Back in 1991, Sid Meier and his team shipped the very first game in the franchise. Since then, the team here at Firaxis Games has had the incredible honor of continuing that legacy.This is a truly special milestone for any entertainment franchise to achieve, and it wouldn’t be possible without the decades of passion from the Civ community. On behalf of the team at Firaxis Games, thank you! Earlier this year, we released the Test of Time update for Civilization VII. That update was a massive effort that incorporated a tremendous amount of player feedback, including extensive playtesting input through the Firaxis Feature Workshop. We’ve been thrilled with the community’s response to that update, and are grateful for the role you continue to play in shaping t…
- Watch the Civ VII panel LIVE from PAX West, happening now! - 5 September 2026
The Civilization VII team just kicked off their reveal-filled panel at PAX West 2026 in Seattle, and you can tune into the stream now to watch it live! Check it out right here on Steam, or head to our Twitch or YouTube channels to view it there. If you aren't able to tune in, you'll be able to catch up with the VOD posted on the same pages.We can't wait for Civ fans to hear about all of the news we have to share today!
- Celebrate Labor Day by playing Civilization 7 for free - 4 September 2026
The Labor Day weekend is upon us (in Canada and the US, anyway, and we'll be sure to spare a thought for our UK colleagues who will be working on Monday) and holy cow, it is about time. If you find yourself in need of something to do, here's a thought: Play Civilization 7, because it's free to play on Steam until September 10... Read more.
- Civilization 35th Anniversary Franchise Sale - 3 September 2026
Celebrate 35 Years of "One More Turn"For over three decades, legendary designer Sid Meier and the team at Firaxis Games have invited players around the world to build empires that stand the test of time. This September, we are celebrating 35 years of rich history alongside the incredible community that made it all possible.Whether you’re a strategy veteran looking to complete your collection or taking your very first turn, there has never been a better time to build your empire.From September 3rd to September 17th, explore deep discounts across the Civilization catalog—including 50% off Sid Meier’s Civilization VII!Build a civilization that stands the test of timeKey titles included in the sale*: Civilization III Complete Edition - 20% Civilization IV Complete Edition - 80% Civilization V - 75% Civilization VI - 90% Civilization VII - 50% Want the latest on Civ VII?Discover developer in…
- Play Civilization VII for FREE on Steam this week!* - 3 September 2026
In honor of the series' 35th anniversary, Civilization VII—the latest installment—is available to play for free on Steam starting this weekend, from September 3 at 10AM PT to September 10 at 10AM PT.* During this event, Civ VII's Standard and Settler's Editions will also be available for 50% off on Steam until September 17 at 10AM PT.** The celebration doesn't end there: Civ VII will also be at PAX West on September 5! If you're in town, we'd love for you to join us in the Blue Dragon Theatre at the Seattle Convention Center on Saturday at 2PM PT. If you can't make it in person, you can still watch the dev team gather to discuss what's next for Civilization VII via the livestream (or VOD) of the event on our official Civ YouTube, Twitch, and Facebook pages.For more on the latest in Civ VII, head to the official Civilization site for Game Guides, community resources, and more, including…
- Watch the Civilization VII developer panel at PAX West 2026! - 1 September 2026
Join the Civ VII team on Saturday, September 5 at 2pm PT/5pm ET for the developer panel happening live at PAX West 2026! In addition to celebrating the series' 35th anniversary, the team from Firaxis Games will also hold an in-depth discussion about what's next for Civilization VII.From 2:00 to 3:00 PM PT in the Seattle Convention Center's Blue Dragon Theatre, join Creative Director Ed Beach, Lead Producer Tom Shaw, Game Director Matt Owens, and Host Matt Schembari for the live panel. For those who can't make it to PAX in person, you can also catch our livestream of the event on the Civ VII Steam page, or on our Twitch and YouTube channels. For now, you can get an overview of Civ VII's latest additions and refinements via our Game Update Notes page, or get the highlights by watching our recent Developer Update video hosted by designer Taymoor Rehman.We look forward to seeing you in Seat…
- This Month in Civ: August Update and News Recap - 28 August 2026
Welcome Back!Hey Civ fans, welcome back to This Month in Civ! August has been a lighter month for Civilization as we prepare some major work behind the scenes, including reveals we’ll share with you soon (more on that below!). In the meantime, we’ve continued making changes under the hood to improve the Civ VII experience for all of our players.With that, let’s dive into August for Civ!Tune in to Civ VII at PAX West!You can’t miss it! On September 5, we’re revealing the next evolution of Civilization VII at PAX West. Join us in-person from the Blue Dragon Theatre from 2-3 PM PDT (5 PM EDT / 11 PM CEST), where we’ll be celebrating Civilization’s 35th anniversary and sharing some exciting news about what’s next for the franchise. For those who want to tune in virtually, you’ll be able to follow along live on our Twitch and YouTube, or with a few of your favorite Civ creators! What are we…
