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Take-Two Boss Says 'Legacy' Civilization Audience Will Eventually Come Around on Civilization 7 Amid 'Mixed' Steam User Reviews

Author : Madison Feb 25,2025

Civilization 7's Steam launch has garnered mixed user reviews, yet Take-Two's CEO remains optimistic. While hardcore fans, who gained early access, have voiced concerns regarding the user interface (UI), limited map variety, and missing features, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick believes these players will ultimately embrace the game.

The game's current availability to early access players, primarily dedicated Civilization enthusiasts, has resulted in vocal feedback on Steam. Criticisms center on the UI, a perceived lack of map diversity, and the absence of expected features.

Firaxis has acknowledged this feedback and pledged improvements. These include UI enhancements, the addition of cooperative team play in multiplayer, and expanded map types.

Zelnick believes Civ fans will come to love Civ 7. Photographer: Jeenah Moon/Bloomberg via Getty Images.
In an interview with IGN, Zelnick acknowledged negative reviews, including Eurogamer's 2/5 score, but highlighted Civilization 7's 81 Metacritic score and numerous reviews exceeding 90. He attributed initial negative reactions to the game's innovative features, predicting that the "legacy Civ audience," after extended playtime, will appreciate the changes. He specifically mentioned ongoing UI improvements.

Zelnick's comments about initial apprehension among hardcore fans likely refer to significant gameplay alterations. Civilization 7 introduces a novel three-age campaign structure (Antiquity, Exploration, Modern) with simultaneous age transitions for all players. These transitions involve selecting a new civilization, choosing legacy features, and witnessing world evolution—a system unprecedented in previous Civilization games.

Despite Zelnick's confidence, Firaxis faces the challenge of improving player sentiment, particularly on Steam. The Steam user review rating is vital for the game's success, impacting both public perception and platform visibility.

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