Firaxis Games hasn't ruled out the possibility of Gandhi's return to Civilization VII, suggesting he may appear as DLC. This follows an IGN interview with lead designer Ed Beach on February 13, 2025, clarifying the absence of some familiar civilizations and leaders from the initial launch.
Civ 7 Developers Consider Returning Past Civilizations and Leaders
Gandhi's Return Remains Possible
Beach addressed the omission of prominent civilizations like Great Britain and India, explaining the necessity of making difficult choices due to the sheer number of popular options. The desire to introduce fresh, exciting civilizations necessitated leaving some out. While not currently in the base game, Beach confirmed that Firaxis is considering the long-term inclusion of these absent leaders and civilizations. Therefore, Gandhi's return to Civ 7 is still a possibility.
Given Civilization VI's extensive DLC history, Gandhi's eventual inclusion in Civ VII seems likely, although the precise timeframe remains uncertain.
