Series Civilization has always brought together civilizations from all over the world, and Indonesia is no exception. Since Civilization VIndonesia's civilization has been a part of this game by presenting its historical leaders. Now, in Civilization VIIIndonesia comes back through the Majapahit Kingdom with a variety of uniqueness that strengthens the game strategy.
Majapahit in Civilization VII
In Civilization VIIMajapahit is introduced as one of the playable civilizations. With a rich historical background, Majapahit offers strength in both economy and culture, making it an attractive option for players looking to dominate the game through resource management and cultural expansion.
Unique Abilities: "State"
- All cities other than the capital have an increased Specialist Limit.
- After entering the Exploration Age, this Specialist Limit increase disappears.
- Specialists will become inactive until the Specialist Limit is increased again.
Civic Trees
Majapahit has several unique Civic Trees that represent the culture of the archipelago:
- Puppets
- School of Belief
- Nusantara
- Gamelan
Unique Infrastructure
Majapahit also has various distinctive buildings that reflect the architecture of the archipelago, including:
- Temple
- Bentar Temple
- Meru
- Borobudur Temple
Early Advantage: Spices
- Majapahit's main focus was the spice trade.
- Provides economic benefits from the start of the game, allowing players to thrive in the trade sector.
Indonesia in Previous Civilization Series
Majapahit is not the first time it has appeared in Civilization. In previous series, Indonesian civilization has also been part of the game with various unique leaders.
Civilization V: Brave New World
Gajah Mada, who served as the Mahapatih of Majapahit, became the leader introduced in the Civilization V: Brave New World. It has a unique ability called "Spice Islanders" that grants two unique luxury resources to the first three cities established on other continents.
The focus of the game with this civilization lies on expansion and trade, making it an ideal choice for players looking to dominate the economic path of the world.
In addition, Gajah Mada's role in uniting the archipelago through the Palapa Oath is also an important aspect raised in this game.
Civilization VI
Dyah Gitarja, also known as Tribhuwana Wijayatunggadewi, became the leader of Indonesia in Civilization VI through Khmer & Indonesia Double Civilization & Scenario Pack. It has a unique ability called "Great Nusantara," which gives bonuses to cities founded near the coast.
With a primary focus on maritime dominance and a sea-based economy, this civilization allows players to take advantage of trade routes and expansion in coastal areas to strengthen its economic power in the game.
Release Date and Platform
Sid Meier's Civilization VII is scheduled for release on February 11, 2025. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, as well as PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. Support for Mac and Linux is also available through Steam.
Majapahit in Civilization VII brings a new feel for players who want to develop civilization through trade and culture. With the unique abilities of the "State" as well as the unique infrastructure of the archipelago, this civilization offers a different style of play from other civilizations.
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Source: Civilization VII official website
