Master all victory conditions in Civilization VII, from Domination to Science and Culture. Learn the new Age system and how it impacts your path to victory.
Civilization VII introduces a dynamic Age system that significantly impacts how players achieve victory. Each Age—Antiquity, Exploration, and Modern—features unique tech and civic trees, influencing your strategic choices. Your civilization's transformation between Ages is dictated by your leader, previous civilization, and specific gameplay elements, offering new paths to power.
A new yield type, Influence, is crucial for diplomacy. Rivers are now more dynamic, with navigable waterways impacting naval unit movement. Settlements are divided into Towns and Cities, with Towns requiring an upgrade to produce resources beyond Gold. The Age transition includes a temporary Crisis, forcing players to adopt negative policies to maintain balance and prevent snowballing.
Understanding these new mechanics is key to achieving victory in Civilization VII. The game aims to keep the playing field balanced, ensuring that players in the lead don't become untouchable and those behind have a chance to catch up.
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