Eager devotees of strategy games have already plunged into the world of Sid Meier’s Civilization 7, avidly exploring and assessing the game’s features ahead of its official launch date. This early access was granted to those who purchased the deluxe edition of the game. Although the broad consensus is currently “mixed,” with less than 50% of reviews being positive, developer Firaxis is listening and preparing for changes accordingly.
As of now, over 6,000 users on Steam have reviewed the game, but the feedback is not what Firaxis had hoped for. Players have shared strong criticism about several aspects of the game, primarily focused on the game’s user interface (UI). It didn’t take long for the developer to react and pledge to address the raised issues. An official statement by Firaxis confirmed that they are aware of the feedback and will prioritize improving the gameplay experience in three key areas; the user interface undergoing a major overhaul is their top priority.
To rectify this situation, the developer stated in their response, “We’re already looking into making UI interactions more intuitive, improving map readability, fixing areas of polish like formatting, and more. We’re committed to getting this right and will share more details as soon as we can.” Keeping with their characteristic player-centric approach, Firaxis gives every indication that they want to perfect the user experience.
Steam reviews blasted the game’s UI as “unrefined” to the point of being “total slop.” One user even suggested that this appears to be a downgrade from the previous Civilization 6, which, in comparison, had a top-tier UI. Word is out from Firaxis that revamping the game’s interface is the primary concern, which indicates that they agree with the user’s negative reviews.
Listening carefully to community input, Firaxis has also promised other improvements, like working on cooperative multiplayer teams, introducing a wider range of map types, and offering the ability for players to personalize city and religion names.
Users can, however, expect some imminent improvement. The game developer plans to release patch 1.1.0 in March, that should provide relief to gamers with quality-of-life UI adjustments. The update will also focus on improving AI balance, tweaking diplomacy and crises, and fixing additional bugs.
Reviewers agree that there are areas where Civilization 7 literarily shines. Particularly where it’s sticking to its traditional strengths. Nonetheless, it’s agreed that the game feels patchworked in areas. But that’s exactly where Firaxis comes in, acknowledging the game’s shortcomings and pledging fixes.
Sid Meier’s Civilization 7 has an ardent fan base waiting to savor the game on multiple platforms. It will be available for Linux, Mac, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 & 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X starting February 11. It’s clear that Firaxis views the game’s official launch as just the starting point. The developer stands committed to refining and advancing their latest grand strategy game to meet the expectations of the players.
If anything, the reception of Civilization 7 has demonstrated the passion of strategy game fans and the responsive commitment of developers like Firaxis. As the gaming world awaits the official release, there’s little doubt that enhancements and iterations are on the horizon, promising an even better gaming experience for Civilization players.
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