The fact that nobody can declare a Surprise War against you rules for a culture-minded Civ like Canada. And short of spawning next to Russia, you’ll likely be able to forward settle with ease. These are regions that other Civs avoid, and that you’ll incentivize. But in comes Laurier with the unprecedented ability to build farms in the Tundra. It’s why Russia has always been one of my favorite Civs in this game. I’ve been wanting more Civs that get bonuses for being in Tundra tiles, the most visually appealing and distinct tiles in the game.

Ninth Place in Power (Seventh Place in Fun) - Laurier’s Canada Here’s Inverse’s ranking of the most powerful new civs in Civilization VI: Gathering Storm.

If you’re looking to spend your weekend getting that first Deity Victory, or just watch your friends’ Civs crumble into the sea, we’ve got you covered. The new expansion pack’s launch brings with it new mechanics involving natural disasters and rising CO2 levels, the return of the World Congress and the Diplomatic Victory, and, as always, a bevy of new civilizations and leaders to help you conquer an ever-changing world.Ĭivilization VI: Gathering Storm’s new civs and leaders are all really, really, ridiculously fun - but that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re all equally strong. Civilization VI: Gathering Storm is here, and much like the climate of our planet, everything is about to change.

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