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

Even before Civilization VII's official release, Firaxis is already expanding the game with the "Crossroads of the World" DLC. This pack introduces two new leaders, four new civilizations, and four new natural wonders, arriving in two installments in March 2025. Let's delve into what we can expect.

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New Civs, Leaders, and Wonders: Crossroads of the World DLC

Hot on the heels of the Civ VII Deluxe Edition launch, Firaxis unveiled their 2025 post-launch roadmap: the Crossroads of the World DLC. Included with the Deluxe and Founders’ Editions, this DLC delivers two new leaders, four new civilizations, and four new natural wonders in two releases: early and late March 2025.

Ada Lovelace and Great Britain, along with Carthage and four new natural wonders, debut in early March. Simón Bolívar, Nepal, and Bulgaria join the fray later that month.

While specifics are scarce, let's speculate! These are predictions, so take them with a pinch of salt. All predictions are based on historical context and factual information. No offense is intended.

Ada Lovelace: Leader Ability, Attributes, and Agenda Predictions

Ada Lovelace, the pioneering computer programmer, will likely be a science-focused leader. Given her aristocratic background (daughter of Lord Byron and Annabella Milbanke), her bonuses might revolve around Codex and Specialist mechanics—currently untapped areas, making them a perfect fit. Combined with predicted Great Britain bonuses, she seems poised for science victory.

Simón Bolívar: Leader Ability, Attributes, and Agenda Predictions

Simón Bolívar, "The Liberator," a familiar face from Civ VI, will probably lean towards a militarist/expansionist playstyle in Civ VII. His abilities might leverage the new Commanders mechanic, focusing on logistical prowess to keep his armies advancing, unlike Trung Trac's approach.

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

Given Carthage's historical wealth and trading power, it might specialize in Trade Route capacity and Culture bonuses from international trade, possibly with a Colossus wonder bonus. This differentiates it from Aksum's existing naval trade focus.

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

A Civilization staple, Great Britain will likely reflect its Industrial Era dominance, with bonuses to naval production and trade, perhaps boosted by Oxford University. Its unlock might be tied to the Normans or automatic with Ada Lovelace.

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

Nepal's unique Himalayan setting suggests a focus on military and cultural advantages, possibly with units benefiting from mountainous terrain. Its specific wonder synergy remains to be seen.

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

Bulgaria's debut in Civ VII suggests a focus on military and economy, possibly with cavalry strengths and bonuses to Traditions and Social Policies. Its Exploration Age placement hints at a design reflecting its post-Ottoman era.

Crossroads of the World DLC: Natural Wonder Predictions

The DLC includes four new Natural Wonders, likely offering additional tile yields, consistent with Civ VII's passive Natural Wonder design.

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