Exciting news for fans of Civilization 7: the developers at Firaxis Games have hinted at the potential return of the iconic leader Gandhi, possibly through a future DLC. Dive deeper into why the Indian leader was omitted from the game's initial roster and what this means for the future of Civ 7.
Civ 7 Devs Consider Bringing Back Past Civs and Their Leaders
There is Still Hope for Gandhi and Other Civ Leaders
Fans of Civilization 7 can hold onto hope for Gandhi's return as a leader. In an enlightening interview with IGN on February 13, 2025, Civ 7's lead designer, Ed Beach, shared that while Gandhi might not be part of the initial lineup, there's a possibility he could join the game later through a DLC. This news comes as a relief to many who have missed the strategic prowess of this beloved leader.
During the interview, Beach elaborated on the decision to exclude certain civilizations and their leaders from the base game. "So I would say we haven't forgotten about anybody who's been in our game before," Beach stated. He highlighted the ongoing discussions about the absence of key civilizations like Great Britain or England, explaining the challenging choices the team faces.
Beach revealed the reasoning behind not including Britain or India in the initial Civ 7 release: "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 emphasized that while some leaders and civilizations are left out initially, the team continuously evaluates how to reintroduce them. "So things are getting left behind, but we always are looking at the big picture, when we're going to bring leaders or civs into the fold. So there's hope for Gandhi, yet."
Given the extensive history of DLCs in Civilization 6, it's reasonable to anticipate that Gandhi will eventually make his way into Civ 7. However, the exact timeline for his return remains uncertain. Fans will need to stay tuned for further announcements from Firaxis Games.
