Welcome Back!

[p]Hey, Civ fans! Welcome back to This Month in Civ. February was absolutely packed with announcements, surprises, and progress updates, giving us quite a lot to recap, so let's dive in![/p]

Celebrating Civilization VII's first anniversary

[p][/p][p]This February marked the first anniversary of Civilization VII! We couldn't be more excited about where the game is headed next, with all of your passionate feedback continuing to influence that journey. [/p][p]While you'll also find some of this info below, check out the video above or this article rounding up our biggest anniversary-related updates, reveals, and more![/p]

Firaxis Feature Workshop: Round 1 Recap & Unpacking Round 2

[p][/p][p]In January, we held our first-ever round of the Firaxis Feature Workshop, a community-focused, collaborative space to gather early input directly from the Civ VII community on in-development game features. [/p][p][/p][p]February saw the kickoff of Round 2, which maintained focus on testing the main suite of new and overhauled features from our forthcoming "Test of Time" update. These include a reworked approach to Victories, the new Triumphs system (replacing Legacy Paths), and a new, optional way to play as the same civ through all three in-game Ages.  [/p][p][/p][p]Once again, we'd like to thank all of our workshop participants for volunteering time to playtest and provide feedback. Those who haven't joined yet can check out content from participating Civ creators to see these in-development mechanics explored, or stay tuned for info on signing up for the next round!  [/p][p][/p][p]Find more details on Test of Time in our recent article celebrating Civ VII's first anniversary or our Game Updates page. For a thorough recap of Round 1 and the latest updates about the program, be sure to keep an eye on the Firaxis Feature Workshop page.[/p][p]
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Gilgamesh has arrived to Civ VII, FREE for all players!

[p]Would you expect any less from Gilgabro? Just in time to celebrate one year of Civ VII, fan-favorite leader Gilgamesh has joined the base game's roster, free for all players!* Once you've downloaded Update 1.3.2, this content—which includes a profile badge, banner, and title—will automatically be available in-game with no extra steps.[/p][p][/p][p]To learn about his abilities and more, check out our new Gilgamesh Game Guide. [/p][p] [/p][p]*Base game required. This content is free for all owners of Civilization VII and will be delivered automatically in-game on release. Terms apply.[/p][p]
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Update 1.3.2

[p][/p][p]Alongside Gilgamesh, Update 1.3.2 also introduces nested tooltips, a new Appeal Lens, and plenty of gameplay and balance tweaks to Civ VII. For the comprehensive breakdown of everything included, you can find all the details in our full Update Notes.[/p]

A behind-the-scenes look at the music of Civ

[p]Across the Civilization series, sound and music are vital to capturing different time periods and cultures throughout history. In the video above, you can get behind-the-scenes insights into how the sweeping score of Civ VII was created as a labor of love by the Firaxis audio team and composer Christopher Tin, who won the first-ever Grammy for a video game composition with Civilization IV's "Baba Yetu."[/p][p] [/p][p]You can listen to the Civ VII soundtrack on the official Civilization YouTube channel and Spotify, or you can get your own copy on vinyl here! [/p][p] [/p]

A new plushie scouts its way into our hearts! 

[p][/p][p]You've already pet this loyal friend in-game, and now you can explore with your very own Scout Dog in real life! Whether it tags along on your journeys around the world or simply makes a great companion to the rest of your collection, this adorable plushie from our friends at Makeship will stay by your side through anything. Pre-order yours here![/p][p] [/p][p]For even more Scout Dog, check out these Emotes, Stickers, and more on Steam.[/p][p] [/p]

The Art and Making of Sid Meier's Civilization VII

[p][/p][p]Civ fans know a thing or two about building virtual empires, but do you know what goes into crafting a new entry in this landmark franchise? The Art and Making of Sid Meier's Civilization VII digs deep into the vast collaborative effort that is designing and developing Civ, with never-before-seen concept art, illustrations, photography, historical research, and exclusive interviews with the Firaxis team.[/p][p][/p][p]To learn more, or to pick up a copy of the book yourself (if you're in the U.S. or Canada), check out its page on the Insight Editions store here.[/p]

New 3D Civ VII art from Artovision

[p][/p][p]Display your love for Civ in three dimensions! Courtesy of Artovision, feast your eyes on these handcrafted, 3D artworks celebrating Civilization, which even come with official certificates of authenticity. Learn more and browse these Shadowbox and Desktop Art pieces here on the Artovision site. [/p][p][/p]

Try the new Civ x MADRINAS collab

[p][/p][p]Build empires one sip at a time with Sid Meier’s Civilization x Madrinas Cinnamon Whiskey Whole Bean Coffee! Expertly forged with the long game in mind, this medium roast has warm cinnamon notes and smooth whiskey-inspired flavor.[/p][p][/p][p]To get this rare Resource for your own kitchen, head to the MADRINAS store page.[/p][p] [/p]

More Civ merch available on 2K Store

[p]For Civ fans who want to dress or decorate their space just like their personalized empire, Civ merch is available on the 2K Store! Whether you're in need of a new sweatshirt, mousepad, or another way to proudly flaunt your love of the franchise, you can browse everything currently available here.[/p][p]
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More plushies! 

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War Elephant Plushie

[p]Inspired by the Maurya India Unique Unit, the Purabhettarah, War Elephant plushie is ready to guide you through fierce battles, or can be the perfect gift to begin an alliance. Look no further, as this historic companion has you covered. Pre-orders are open for a limited time, so snag one while you can here. [/p][p]
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Confucius and Benjamin Plushies

[p]That's right—the War Elephant and Scout Dog aren't marching alone! Confucius and Benjamin Franklin are following close behind, so sweep aside the pens and bills to squeeze a little room. Our friends at Makeship have secretly made some of your greatest allies pocket-sized. These are just the first few historic icons of the lineup, so get ready for more surprises down the road. Get yours here.[/p][p][/p]

Civilization VII Vinyl Soundtrack available now!

[p]Own Civilization VII's soundtrack on vinyl. This box set features a large selection of music across the Ages including the main theme, “Live Gloriously” by Christopher Tin. Pre-orders are now open, so if you're a music enthusiast looking to expand your collection or seeking a unique piece of memorabilia to enhance your space, now's the time. Check out the store page here. [/p][p][/p][p][/p]

Community Highlights

[p]This month, we ran a contest on the Civ Discord celebrating Civ VII's first anniversary and Gilgamesh joining the game. Players were asked to submit fanart or screenshots featuring Gilgamesh, and three winners have been selected by the dev team (and rewarded with a goodie bag of Civ merch, of course)! Check out their winning creations below: [/p]

Hamburgerlord

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Nova_Finngolian

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Mattran

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We'll see you here next month!

[p]Busy as it was, we couldn't have asked for a more exciting February! Thanks again to everyone participating in the Firaxis Feature Workshop, and to every fan who has spent the last year continuing to help us make Civ VII the best it can be. There's still plenty to get excited about just over the horizon, and we're looking forward to sharing more soon.[/p][p][/p][p]For the time being, keep sharing feedback and other thoughts on our Official Discord, where you can also keep up with your fellow players. For more on guides, modes, feature requests, and beyond, check out our Steam discussions. You can also sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date on all things Civilization.[/p][p]
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