Civilization 7 Dev Firaxis Says 'There's Hope for Gandhi, Yet'

Civilization 7's release 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. This absence, however, is not indicative of neglect, according to Civilization 7 lead designer Ed Beach.

Beach assures fans that Gandhi's absence is a strategic decision, part of a larger roadmap for DLC content. He points out that iconic civilizations like Mongolia and Persia were also initially absent from previous Civilization titles (Civ 5 and Civ 6). The team aims for a balance between established favorites and fresh additions to keep the game engaging. While some key civilizations, including Great Britain, are missing from the base game (set to be added in March 2025 as part of DLC), Beach confirms that Gandhi's return is a definite possibility.

The current mixed user reviews on Steam, citing concerns about the UI, map variety, and missing features, are being addressed by Firaxis. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledges the negative feedback but remains optimistic about the game's long-term success, believing the core fanbase will eventually embrace Civilization 7.

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