At the moment, there is no confirmation that Mahatma Gandhi will be included in Civilization VII. The game has introduced new leaders and civilizations, such as Rani Lakshmibai, and it seems that Gandhi might not be part of the initial lineup. However, developers from Firaxis have hinted that there is still hope for his inclusion in future updates or expansions[5].
Background on Gandhi in Civilization Series
Gandhi has been a staple leader in the Civilization series since its inception. He was famously known for his low aggression level, which sometimes led to humorous situations where he would unexpectedly go nuclear due to an integer overflow bug[3]. This quirk became a meme among fans.
Current Status
- No Initial Inclusion: As of now, Gandhi is not listed among the leaders for Civilization VII.
- Developer’s Hint: Firaxis suggests there could be opportunities for Gandhi’s return through updates or expansions[5].
- Fan Reaction: Some fans are disappointed by his absence, while others see it as an opportunity to explore new historical figures like Rani Lakshmibai[4][8].
Future Possibilities
While there are no concrete plans announced yet, Firaxis’s openness leaves room for potential future additions. Fans will need to wait for further updates or DLC announcements to see if Gandhi returns.
In summary:
- No confirmation of Gandhi’s inclusion at launch.
- Developers hint at possible future inclusion.
- Fan reactions are mixed regarding his absence.
Citations:
[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahatma_Gandhi
[2] https://www.reddit.com/r/civ/comments/1fchj7r/no_gandhi_in_civ_7/
[3] https://game8.co/articles/featured/civ-7-wont-have-gandhi-to-go-nuclear-but-did-he-ever
[4] https://forums.civfanatics.com/threads/no-gandhi-for-the-foreseeable-future-perhaps-ever-thats-a-yay-for-me.694480/
[5] https://www.ign.com/articles/civilization-7-dev-firaxis-says-theres-hope-for-gandhi-yet
[6] https://civilization.2k.com/civ-vii/game-guide/dev-diary/leaders-and-civs/
[7] https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2025/02/civilization-vii-review-a-major-overhaul-solves-civs-oldest-problems/
[8] https://thenerdstash.com/if-gandhi-isnt-there-to-nuke-me-in-civilization-7-whats-the-point/
