Civ 7 Crossroads of the World DLC | Predictions and What to Expect

Even before its official release, Civilization VII is expanding with the "Crossroads of the World" DLC, introducing new civilizations, leaders, and wonders. This article delves into the DLC's contents and offers predictions about its features.

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New Additions to Civ 7: Leaders, Civilizations, and Wonders

Hot on the heels of the Deluxe Edition launch, Firaxis Games unveiled the 2025 Post-Launch Roadmap: the "Crossroads of the World" DLC. Included with the Deluxe and Founders' Editions, this DLC will deliver two new leaders, four new civilizations, and four new natural wonders in two installments (early and late March 2025).

Ada Lovelace (Great Britain) and Carthage will debut in early March, alongside four new natural wonders. Later in March, Simón Bolívar (Nepal and Bulgaria) will join the game.

While specifics are limited, we can speculate based on historical context. These predictions are purely conjectural.

Ada Lovelace: Leader Ability, Attributes, and Agenda Predictions

As the pioneering computer programmer, Ada Lovelace will likely focus on science. Her aristocratic background suggests bonuses related to Codex and Specialist mechanics, currently unique leader niches. Combined with Great Britain's anticipated bonuses, she might excel in science victories.

Simón Bolívar: Leader Ability, Attributes, and Agenda Predictions

Simón Bolívar, "The Liberator," previously featured in Civ VI, will probably adopt a militaristic/expansionist approach in Civ VII. His leadership might heavily utilize the Commanders mechanic, potentially focusing on logistics to maintain army momentum.

Carthage: Unique Bonus, Unit, Infrastructure, and Wonder Predictions

Carthage's historical wealth and trading prominence suggest a focus on naval trade and coastal development. However, to differentiate from Aksum, it might specialize in Trade Route capacity and Culture bonuses from international trade, potentially with a Colossus wonder synergy.

Great Britain: Unique Bonus, Unit, Infrastructure, and Wonder Predictions

Great Britain, a Civ series veteran, will likely reflect its Industrial Era dominance. Bonuses could relate to naval production, trade, and potentially Oxford University, strengthening its science and industry.

Nepal: Unique Bonus, Unit, Infrastructure, and Wonder Predictions

Nepal's Himalayan location suggests bonuses tied to mountainous terrain and potentially military and cultural advantages. Its specific wonder synergy remains uncertain.

Bulgaria: Unique Bonus, Unit, Infrastructure, and Wonder Predictions

Bulgaria's central Balkan location and historical influences suggest a blend of military and economic strengths, possibly focusing on cavalry and social policies rather than trade routes. Its Exploration Age placement hints at a design reflecting its post-Ottoman era.

Crossroads of the World DLC Natural Wonder Predictions

The DLC will introduce four new natural wonders, likely providing additional tile yields without unique bonuses, as per Civ VII's passive natural wonder design.

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