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Civilization VII Adds Atomic Age Update and 2027 Earthrise Expansion

Players can sign up to playtest a free Atomic Age update that expands late‑period gameplay before a paid space‑race expansion in 2027.

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Civilization 7 will finally enter the Atomic Age with a free update, followed by a space race DLC
Source: 2K Games
Firaxis Games

Overview

  • Firaxis and 2K confirmed at PAX West on Sept. 5 that a quality‑of‑life patch, version 1.5.0, will roll out in September and includes a True Start Earth map with historically accurate starting locations.
  • The studio opened signups for community playtests through its Feature Workshop for Arc of Tomorrow, a free 2027 update that introduces an Atomic Age extending play into the near future.
  • Arc of Tomorrow will add new leaders and civilizations including the return of Gandhi, expanded nuclear options, Manufactured Goods such as Enriched Uranium, and new empire management tools.
  • Earthrise, the game’s first paid expansion due in 2027, builds space‑race mechanics across multiple Ages by letting players chart celestial bodies, launch orbital missions, and create national space agencies to explore the solar system.
  • The roadmap follows a May Test of Time rework and marks Civilization’s 35th anniversary while aiming to give players direct input on late‑game, environmental, and space systems across consoles and PC platforms.