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

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. However, according to Civilization 7 lead designer Ed Beach, Gandhi's absence is not permanent.

Beach confirmed that Gandhi's inclusion is planned, likely as downloadable content (DLC). He explained that Firaxis has a broader roadmap for adding civilizations, and some, like Gandhi, fit better into a longer-term release strategy. This approach is consistent with past iterations where iconic civilizations were initially absent from the base game (e.g., Mongolia and Persia in Civ 5 and Civ 6). The need to include fresh, exciting civilizations necessitates leaving some out initially.

While the immediate future may involve addressing player feedback regarding Civilization 7's current mixed Steam reviews (related to UI, map variety, and missing features), Beach's statement offers reassurance to fans hoping for Gandhi's eventual return. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick also expressed confidence in the game's long-term success, despite initial negative feedback.

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