Civilization VII Free Update Arc of Tomorrow Adds Atomic Age in 2027
The free update extends the game's timeline with a fourth era and nuclear-age mechanics, while the paid Earthrise expansion introduces a space-race theme, signaling the long-term content roadmap for Civilization VII.
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2K announced at PAX West 2026 that Sid Meier's Civilization VII will receive a free update, Arc of Tomorrow, in 2027, adding a fourth era, the Atomic Age, spanning the 1950s to the 2050s. New civilizations and leaders, including Gandhi, plus nuclear warfare systems and multilateral agreements, are included. A paid expansion, Earthrise, was also announced.
2K unveiled the next phase of Civilization VII content during a PAX West 2026 panel marking the series' 35th anniversary. The free Arc of Tomorrow update, due in 2027, adds the Atomic Age as a fourth playable era, stretching the timeline from the 1950s into the 2050s.
The update also introduces Gandhi as a returning leader, expands nuclear offense and defense options, and adds multilateral agreements for nuclear disarmament. A new Advanced Start feature lets players begin directly in the Atomic Age. Playtesting is scheduled to begin within 2026.
Following Arc of Tomorrow, the first paid expansion, Earthrise, will focus on the space race and environment. It adds missions in Earth and lunar orbit, a space agency system, and a new Science Victory. Before that, update 1.5.0 arrives this month with a True Start Location: Earth map.
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