This Month in Civ: January Update, News Recap, and More

[h3]Welcome Back![/h3][p]Hey, Civ fans! Welcome back to This Month in Civ, the first of 2026! With such a jam-packed year ahead of us, we're so excited to share more about our plans for Civ VII and to keep collaborating with our community every step of the way.[/p][p]Let’s dive in![/p][p] [/p][p][/p][h2]The Firaxis Feature Workshop & the future of Civ VII[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p]With the Firaxis Feature Workshop's inaugural round concluded, we're excited to share more in the coming days about the mechanics being reworked and playtested, and how our learnings from the program fit into our longer-term plans. Expect new info about these developments soon. For now, as we sift through the feedback, we can't overstate our appreciation for the time, energy, and insights shared by every first-round participant.[/p][p][/p][p]To stay up-to-date, keep an eye on the Firaxis Feature Workshop page.[/p][p] [/p][h2]Civ merch available on 2K Store[/h2][p]For Civ fans who want to dress or decorate their space just like their personalized empire, Civ merch is now 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][/p][h3]Plushies have landed![/h3][p]War Elephant Plushie[/p][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][/p][h3]Benjamin and Confucius Plushies[/h3][p]That's right—the War Elephant isn't marching alone! Benjamin Franklin and Confucius 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][h3]Pre-orders Open for the Civilization VII Vinyl Soundtrack![/h3][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][h2]Community Highlights[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Modeltrainman[/h3][h3]Benjamin Franklin & Scout Dog Figurines[/h3][h2]
[/h2][h2]We'll see you here next month![/h2][p]We very much look forward to sharing a lot more news in February, as well as celebrating Civ VII's first anniversary. Until then, please continue sharing all your thoughts on our Official Discord, where you can keep up with other fans about absolutely everything Civilization. [/p][p]
[/p][p]For info on feature requests, mods, guides, and beyond, you can also peruse our Steam discussions. And if you haven't done so yet, you can sign up for our newsletter to stay fully updated on all things Civ. [/p][p]
*Civilization VII Arcade Edition does not support multiplayer at launch and will not receive Civilization VII DLC. Post-launch updates that apply to other platforms may be excluded or delayed. See FAQs for more information.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]