The next major patch for Civilization 7 has arrived, adding some much-needed improvements to the 4X strategy game.
Map generation was a sore spot at Civ 7’s launch, creating maps and start positions that were annoyingly symmetrical and balanced, clearly with multiplayer in mind.
The 1.1.1 patch adds a new start position called Standard, which emulates Civ 6’s more varied land masses. Standard is now the default for single player games, whereas the previous default is now called Balanced, and will be used as the default options for multiplayer. Players can swap between the two settings in the options menu.
Along with the map improvements comes a new restart button. If you don’t like your starting position, you can use the new restart button to generate a new map with the same settings and civ/leader combos.
A number of improvements have been made to Civ 7’s beleaguered UI, including more visible health bars, a Trade Lens for merchants, and notifications when Districts are under attacks.
Late game pacing has also improved. For example, eliminating entire Civilizations no longer shortens the progress timer, giving Domination players a bit more wiggle room.
New patch day also ushers in the second half of Civ 7’s first DLC, Crossroads of the World, including new Leader Simon Bolivar, and new Civilizations Bulgaria and Nepal. The DLC is included in the Deluxe Edition, or purchased separately ($29.99).
Will this patch help pull Civilization 7 out of its dubious Mixed rating on Steam?
Look for Civ 7’s next big update in April.
Sid Meier’s Civilization 7, and patch 1.1.1, are available on PC and consoles, and rated E10+.
