14 DAY TRIAL // It looks like 2K still has big plans for Civilization VI, so if you were hoping to get a sequel soon, you might want to reevaluate your expectation because Firaxis has just announced a new season pass for their critically-acclaimed strategy game.
Dubbed New Frontier pass, the new season pass contains six DLC packs that will be released bimonthly starting May 21, 2020, through March 2021. The season pass will bring eight new civilizations, nine new leaders, six new game modes and more to Civilization VI.
“It’s been four years since we first announced Civilization VI, and the support from fans and players has been overwhelming. After two giant expansions in Rise and Fall and Gathering Storm, four years’ worth of balance updates and more, Civilization VI has grown into the flagship title for the series,” said Ed Beach, franchise lead designer at Firaxis Games.
Players will be able to purchase The Civilization VI - New Frontier Pass for $40 / €40 on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Windows PC, Mac, and Linux, with mobile platforms arriving later this year.
Also, each individual DLC pack will be available for individual purchase for those who can't afford to pay for the full season pass. The first DLC to be released on May 21 features the Maya & Gran Colombia Pack and adds leaders from each respective civilization, a new Apocalypse game mode, new City-States, as well as Resources and Natural Wonders.
It's also worth adding that anyone who purchases the Civilization VI - New Frontier Pass will receive exclusive bonuses such as the Teddy Roosevelt and Catherine De Medici Persona Packs.
Each Persona Pack contains a brand-new take on a favorite leader, with a new leader model and background, new gameplay bonuses, and an updated agenda that reflects the changes to the leader’s personality. These Persona Packs will be available with the second DLC Pack in July.
According to Firaxis Games, Civilization VI will continue to receive free updates in between DLC packs that feature new maps, scenarios, balance updates, and more, available for anyone who owns the game.