The release of *Civilization 7* has sparked curiosity among fans, particularly about the absence of a beloved character—Gandhi. Known for his presence in every base game of the series since 1991, Gandhi's exclusion from *Civilization 7* has raised eyebrows. Fans will remember him not only for his iconic status but also for the legendary 'Nuclear Gandhi' bug, which, despite being a myth, has become a staple of gaming lore.
In a recent interview, *Civilization 7* lead designer Ed Beach addressed the absence of Gandhi, offering reassurance to fans. "So I would say we haven't forgotten about anybody who's been in our game before," Beach stated, hinting at a broader roadmap for the game. He mentioned the current discussions around missing civilizations like Great Britain, which, along with Carthage, will be part of *The Crossroads of the World Collection DLC* in March 2025, followed by Bulgaria and Nepal.
Beach elaborated on the strategy behind selecting civilizations for the base game, noting that even iconic civilizations like Mongolia and Persia were absent from previous base games. "So we always have to leave somebody out. There're just too many popular choices and we always want to have a few fresh ones that sound really new and exciting to people," he explained. This approach suggests that while Gandhi may not be in the initial release, there's a strong possibility of his inclusion in future updates or DLCs.
The hope for Gandhi's return is a silver lining for fans, especially as *Civilization 7* navigates its early reception. The game has received a 'mixed' user review rating on Steam, with criticisms focusing on the user interface, map variety, and missing features that fans have come to expect. In response, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick, in an interview with IGN, acknowledged these reviews but remained optimistic about the game's future, citing the "legacy Civ audience" and describing the early performance as "very encouraging."
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