Civilization 7 DLC May Be Coming Soon, But Fans Complain Its Overpriced

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It hasn’t been smooth sailing for Civilization 7 since its launch.

Although I continue to find enjoyment from playing it regularly, there’s a split opinion among enthusiasts about the most recent installment in the renowned 4X strategy franchise. Its overall rating remains somewhat ambiguous, as reflected by the mixed feedback from Steam users.

The development team is currently working on updates and fixes, but unfortunately, there will be no more downloadable content (DLC) releases such as adding new leaders and civilizations to the game.

We’ve laid out a plan for Civilization 7’s expansion packs, which didn’t sit well with certain individuals, but that’s simply how things stand.

According to our plan, the initial drops of downloadable content (DLC), named Crossroads of the World, are scheduled for two separate launches this month. The first wave includes Ada Lovelace as a leader, four newly designed natural wonders, and two civilizations – Carthage and Great Britain. The second wave introduces Simon Bolivar as a leader and adds Bulgaria and Nepal to the roster of civilizations. Thanks to some sleuthing by Reddit user JordiTK and Civilization Discord user Supernova47x, we can now reveal the exact release dates for these waves.

Reports from the Nintendo Store indicate that the game titled “Crossroads of the World” is set to launch on both March 4th and 25th, with a price tag of $29.99.

Fans Are Upset About The Price of Civ 7 DLC

It’s noteworthy that Firaxis has been rolling out DLC updates a month after release, featuring leaders and civilizations, such as Great Britain and an English leader named Ada Lovelace, which have stirred some controversy among their fans due to the timing and selection of these expansions.

Some see it as frustrating when you factor in the asking price of $29.99.

Reddit user Scottybadotty highlighted the rising prices of DLC releases over the years, tracing it back to the days of Civilization V for comparison purposes. They noted that the Polynesia pack for Civilization V, featuring a leader and a civilization, originally cost approximately $4 at launch. Accounting for inflation, this roughly equates to about $5 today. Moreover, they also mentioned that the game had a Spain and Inca double DLC pack which were released at similar pricing levels.

Regarding Civilization VI, the prices for its standalone and double civilizations DLC packs were approximately $5 and $9 originally. Even after accounting for inflation, these prices remain surprisingly affordable.

In the current era, I find myself standing before the cash register, ready to fork over $29.99. In return, I receive four civilizations, two leaders, and four natural wonders. On the surface, it appears like a substantial deal. However, the recent modifications in Civ 7 regarding how leaders and civilizations function have left many of us disgruntled. The dissatisfaction is so palpable that some are already giving the DLC pack negative reviews, expressing their frustration over having to pay $30 for what they perceive as a meager offering. To add fuel to the fire, it’s not just about the quantity of content; we’re purchasing DLC when the main game is in its current state.

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2025-02-27 16:39