Because where previous civs could be introduced and take advantage of brand new systems and mechanics, these new civs kind of just have to slot into the parameters that already exist. I think it’s a symptom of the Season Pass approach rather than another big expansion. Compare them to the Maori, Inca or a handful of other previously introduced civs who were considerably more outlandish and unique in their approach and what they could achieve. I think fundamentally the big problem is that both civs feel quite basic and standard. I say this as someone who was thoroughly impressed by the new civs added to the game’s previous expansion, Gathering Storm.

Maya and Gran Colombia feel good to play but they’re hardly exciting new additions. These two new civs slot perfectly into the current roster of empires and leaders although I can’t help but feel they’re a little lacking in comparison to previous leaders. The Commandante Generals earned from entering new eras will help to further buff Gran Colombia’s military and propel them towards domination. Gran Colombia on the other hand are a militaristic civ whose army is as speedy as they are deadly.

They don’t get housing from fresh water and instead need to focus on careful city planning and farmland. The Maya rely on densely packed cities with benefits to remaining within 6 hexes of their capital. First and foremost we should talk about the two new civilisations, Maya and Gran Colombia (pictured above).

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