Sid Meiers Civilization Vi Gathering Storm-codex May 2026

: For the first time in the series, the planet's geology and climatology impact your empire. You must navigate natural disasters like volcanoes, floods, and various storms (tornadoes, hurricanes, blizzards) that can destroy tiles but also increase soil fertility.

The expansion introduces , each with unique gameplay mechanics:

: Resources like coal and oil are now consumed in power plants to provide Electricity to your cities. High fossil fuel usage drives a global climate change system, leading to melting ice caps and rising sea levels that can permanently submerge coastal tiles.