Master Civilization VII with our guide to New Civilization 1 (Leader 1). Learn about new features, ages, yields, and settlement mechanics to achieve victory.
TL;DR: Civilization VII introduces three distinct Ages (Antiquity, Exploration, Modern) with unique tech/civic trees. Each civilization is tied to an Age, allowing transformation into new forms. A temporary 'Crisis' event occurs during Age shifts to balance gameplay. New yield type 'Influence' for diplomacy. Rivers are now navigable. Settlements are divided into 'Towns' and 'Cities', with Towns upgradable. City names appear in native languages. Settlers are split into 'Founder' and 'Pioneer' units.
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