Greater than six years following the newest entry within the collection, Firaxis has confirmed it’s engaged on a brand new Civilization recreation. The studio didn’t share many particulars concerning the new title, however it did say that Ed Seaside is the inventive director of the challenge. Seaside has greater than 15 years of expertise engaged on the franchise, together with, most not too long ago, as lead designer of Civilization VI.

Firaxis guardian firm Take-Two Interactive shared the information this week in a saying a handful of staffing adjustments on the studio (through ). Studio head Steve Martin is leaving Firaxis after serving almost 17 years as the corporate’s president, a place he inherited from Firaxis co-founder Jeff Briggs in 2006. Heather Hazen, beforehand the studio’s chief working officer, is taking on the day-to-day operations of Firaxis.

“I’m thrilled to have this chance to hold on the studio’s storied legacy, starting with the announcement that Firaxis is in growth on the following iteration of the legendary Civilization franchise,” Hazen mentioned. “I’m fortunate to be working with a number of the finest builders in our trade, and we have now plans to take the Civilization franchise to thrilling new heights for our tens of millions of gamers all over the world.”

On Friday, Firaxis additionally introduced the departure of Jake Solomon. After 23 years, the designer, who was one of many studio’s best-known staff because of his work on the XCOM franchise and , is leaving to pursue new alternatives. “I cherished designing tactical turn-based video games, however it’s time for different, smarter individuals to push that house ahead,” Solomon . “My mind is on hearth with a brand new dream. Time to go chase it.”