← all stories

Civilization VII

Civilization VII has received paid DLC adding Toyotomi Hideyoshi and two Japanese civilizations, with a free update adding Hot Seat multiplayer, and is currently discounted during Amazon Prime Day.

Synthesized from 4 Yomimono stories · updated Jul 14

Firaxis Games announced the paid downloadable content 'Bunbu Ryodo Collection' for Sid Meier's Civilization VII on June 16, 2026. The first wave, released the week of June 22, adds Toyotomi Hideyoshi as a leader, Heian Japan and Sengoku Japan as civilizations, and four wonders. A second wave, coming later, will add Yi Sun-sin and the Goryeo and Joseon civilizations. The DLC is part of a larger 'Crossroads of the World' collection, which includes two civilizations and four wonders.

Hideyoshi's leader ability doubles damage dealt and received when land units attack enemy civilization units, and he has cultural abilities tied to tea ceremony and performing arts. The DLC marks the first time Toyotomi Hideyoshi appears as a leader in the mainline Civilization series, continuing the franchise's pattern of featuring a different Japanese historical figure each numbered entry.

A free Update 1.4.1 also launched alongside the DLC, adding Hot Seat multiplayer and system adjustments. As of July 13, 2026, the game is half off on Steam during Amazon Prime Day, priced at 4,400 yen down from 8,800 yen.

Key facts

DLC name
Bunbu Ryodo Collection
New leader
Toyotomi Hideyoshi
New civilizations
Heian Japan and Sengoku Japan
New wonders
Four wonders
Free update feature
Hot Seat multiplayer added in Update 1.4.1
Prime Day discount
50 percent off, 4,400 yen from 8,800 yen
Upcoming second wave
Yi Sun-sin and Goryeo and Joseon civilizations

Timeline

Synthesized by Yomimono from the cited Yomimono stories below, each itself sourced, then editorially reviewed. Every fact links the story it came from.

All coverage

Jul 13

Amazon Prime Day 2026 Steam Deals: Ace Combat 7, Civilization VII, Tales of Vesperia

ASCII.jp is running a series of Amazon Prime Day 2026 recommendations for Steam games, with several titles discounted through July 13. Three notable deals include Bandai Namco's Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown - Top Gun: Maverick Ultimate Edition at 79 percent off, dropping from 12,650 yen to 2,657 yen. The edition includes the main game, Season Pass with three additional missions and aircraft, and a Top Gun aircraft set. Firaxis Games' Sid Meier's Civilization VII is half off at 4,400 yen, down from 8,800 yen. The latest installment divides campaigns into three eras and allows separate selection of leaders and civilizations. Bandai Namco's Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition is also 79 percent off at 1,317 yen, reduced from 6,270 yen. The definitive edition features upgraded graphics, additional playable characters, and scenarios not in the original Xbox 360 version. All three deals are available on Steam during the Prime Day event.

Jun 28

Toyotomi Hideyoshi Joins Sid Meier's Civilization VII as a New Leader

Toyotomi Hideyoshi appears as a playable leader in the new paid DLC 'Crossroads of the World' collection for Sid Meier's Civilization VII. The DLC includes two civilizations, Heian Japan and Sengoku Japan, and four wonders. Hideyoshi's leader ability doubles damage dealt and received when land units attack enemy civilization units, and he has cultural abilities tied to tea ceremony and performing arts.

Jun 24

Civilization VII 'Bunbu Ryodo' DLC Adds Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Two Japanese Civilizations

2K released the paid Bunbu Ryodo Collection DLC for Sid Meier's Civilization VII on June 24, 2026. Part 1 adds Toyotomi Hideyoshi as a leader, Heian Japan and Sengoku Japan as civilizations, and four wonders. Part 2, coming later, will add Yi Sun-sin and the Goryeo and Joseon civilizations. A free Update 1.4.1 also launched, adding Hot Seat multiplayer and system adjustments.

Jun 17

Toyotomi Hideyoshi Joins Civilization VII in Paid Bunbu Ryodo Collection

Firaxis Games announced the paid downloadable content 'Bunbu Ryodo Collection' for Civilization VII on June 16. The first wave, releasing the week of June 22, adds Toyotomi Hideyoshi as a leader, Heian Japan and Sengoku Japan as civilizations, and two wonders. A second wave in July will add Korean content.