Unleashing Your Inner Strategist: Why We Need More Spin-Off Games before Civ 7

Since 2016, there has been a lack of activity with the Sid Meier's Civilization franchise, with no spin-offs released by Firaxis. However, the studio is currently working diligently on the development of the highly anticipated seventh mainline game in the series. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see how Firaxis will reinvent the franchise with each new entry. This is an exciting time for fans, but it is also hoped that there will be more Sid Meier's Civilization adventures in the future.

The World Needs More Civilization Spin-Offs

Sid Meier's Civilization fans are eagerly awaiting new content, and at the moment it seems that Civ 7 will be their only source of excitement. Firaxis has not yet provided any official information about the upcoming title, suggesting that it won't be released anytime soon. While fans hope it will be worth the wait, they can pass the time by playing other games. They can still enjoy playing older Civ games, but new spin-offs are always more thrilling.

The most recent Civilization spin-offs were released in 2014, and since then Firaxis has not explored this concept further. In July 2014, players had the opportunity to try out Sid Meier's Civilization Revolution 2, which was a streamlined version of the main series designed for mobile platforms. It mostly fulfilled its promise. In October 2014, the spin-off continued with Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth, which took the franchise to space for a unique experience. Unfortunately, it failed to impress the fanbase.

Despite being smaller in scale compared to the main series, these spin-offs provided Civilization enthusiasts with something to look forward to during the wait for Civ 6. As the release of Civ 7 may still be a while away, it presents an opportunity for Firaxis to develop another set of spin-off titles. With the studio likely having been working on projects beyond Civ 6 DLC over the past seven years, it would be exciting to see what they have been creating. As long as it doesn't divert too many resources from the main series, Firaxis should offer fans the chance to explore smaller experiences.

There is immense potential for Civilization spin-offs, such as the possibility of introducing Civilization Revolution 3, a game that offers a unique interpretation of the Civ formula. Firaxis could also develop a game in a similar vein to Beyond Earth, catering to sci-fi enthusiasts, or explore the fantasy genre to bring something fresh to the franchise. Alternatively, they could consider remastering titles like CivCity: Rome. Regardless of the form these spin-offs take, they would undoubtedly be a delightful treat for fans of the franchise.

These spin-offs would not only keep Civilization at the forefront but also provide fans with fresh ways to engage with their beloved franchise. Additionally, they could serve as excellent tools to generate excitement as the release date of Civ 7 approaches. Considering the developer's history of pushing boundaries with games like Civilization Beyond Earth, a completely new type of spin-off title could be the ideal resolution to this challenge. Moreover, since there haven't been any spin-offs since 2014, Firaxis has the opportunity to accomplish two things at once. Currently, Sid Meier's Civilization 7 is being developed.