The best Civ 7 Civilizations for each Age

What are the best civilizations in Civ 7? Including DLC, there are over 30 Civ 7 civilizations to pick from, including brand-new options like the Aksumites, and with the mix-and-match leaders and civs mechanic, you might be struggling with the mammoth choice in front of you.

The launch of Civilization 7 marked a new era for the legendary series of 4X games, introducing a host of leaders, old and new, and additional ways to secure victories. The only restriction when mixing and matching is that certain civilizations can only be played in specific eras using specific leaders or via quest unlocks. With all that said, we're here to break down the best Civilization 7 civs to help make your decision for your next playthrough that much easier.