Civilization 7 devs Firaxis finally slap a release date on the Test of Time update, acting on "over a year's worth of listening" to moans about the Age system
Rock Paper Shotgun • • technology
Key Points:
- Firaxis is releasing the free "Test of Time" update for Civilization 7 on May 19th, described as the game's "biggest and most fundamentally game-changing" revamp.
- The update introduces the option to bypass the Age system and play as one civilization throughout the entire game, featuring new mechanics called Syncretism and Affirmation to customize gameplay.
- A new victory system and the replacement of Legacy Paths with a Triumphs system add more branching objectives and encourage diverse strategic development across military, cultural, scientific, economic, diplomatic, and expansionist domains.
- Additional features include a Fractal Continent map, an "Advisor Council" mechanic, and a new free leader for base game owners, aiming to revitalize the game and address player feedback since release.
- Firaxis positions this update as a significant improvement to satisfy players who were dissatisfied with Civ 7 initially, building on prior updates that improved interface and gameplay.
