Hotfix 1.4.2 addresses several multiplayer stability issues and unit behavior bugs, introducing targeted fixes without gameplay balance changes.

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Hotfix 2 addresses AI aggression issues and provides a temporary crossplay workaround for Nintendo Switch players.
- AI Opponentswar declaration frequency
Fixed an issue where AI opponents were not declaring war as frequently as intended, increasing overall game aggression.
- Nintendo Switchcrossplay availabilityEnabled→Disabled
Crossplay multiplayer is temporarily unavailable for Switch players until update 1.4.2 is released.
- Nintendo Switchbeta branch access—→Added
Steam players can use the 'console-compatible-switch' beta branch to maintain crossplay with Switch users.
Hotfix for Linux and Steam Deck addressing controller responsiveness and several UI/rendering bugs.
- Generalcontroller functionality
Fixed an issue where controllers could lose functionality when selecting an Enhancer Belief.
- GeneralAffirmation Traditions
Fixed a bug where Affirmation Traditions were missing from the Heian Traditions tab during game setup.
- GeneralHeian quote
Heian's quote now correctly displays in the Civilization Details screen during New Game creation.
A macOS-specific hotfix focusing on stability, multiplayer desyncs, and a bug fix for the Military Aid diplomatic action.
- Generalstability
Improved general gameplay stability on macOS to resolve reported crashes.
- Generalmultiplayer connectivity
Resolved frequent desyncs in multiplayer games involving Mac players.
- Military AidMilitary Aiddurationinfinite→fixed
Fixed a bug where Military Aid would remain active and continue stacking after the Diplomatic Action had ended.
Update 1.3.2 focuses on stability improvements, late-game performance optimization, and the introduction of Teen Account support for 2K Accounts.
- Generallate game performance
Improved game logic for checking attackable buildings to reduce expensive calculations and prevent performance drops in the late game.
- Generalaccount support—→Added
Added support for Teen Accounts for players under 18, allowing for restricted default features and parental/user control via the 2K Portal.
Update 1.3.2 Patch 1 focuses on stability improvements and critical bug fixes regarding Policy swapping and Crisis notifications.
- Policiesswap availability
Fixed an issue where players could not swap Policies when unlocking a Civic that didn't introduce new Policies or Traditions.
- PoliciesCrisis Policynotificationmissing→visible
Fixed a bug where Crisis Policy notifications failed to appear, preventing players from selecting policies during the third phase of Antiquity Invasion and Plague crises.
- UI/UXRaze or Keep Menucontroller inputblocked→functional
Resolved a controller-specific issue that blocked input on the Raze or Keep menu.
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- ⚙️+8/-1▲ +72w ago
General
GeneralGeneral · Stability · MultiplayerGeneral polish to movement, city growth, and diplomatic logic.
- ⚙️+8/-0▲ +815mo ago
UI
GeneralInterface · Quality of Life · UXSignificant quality-of-life improvements to map visibility and city management.
- ⚙️+3/-0▲ +39mo ago
AI
GeneralSystem · Diplomacy · AIAI is more aggressive with pillaging and more competent in naval and diplomatic interactions.
- ⚙️+3/-0▲ +318mo ago
System & Performance
GeneralPC · Performance · StabilityBetter stability and automated graphics optimization for PC.
- ⚙️+2/-0▲ +218mo ago
Settlements
GeneralCity · EconomyImproved stability and reliability of city growth and infrastructure.
- ⚙️+2/-0▲ +218mo ago
Audio & Visual
GeneralVisuals · Audio · AccessibilityPolished visuals and audio, with a major addition of text-to-speech.
- ⚡+0/-1▼ -14mo ago
Military Aid
SkillDiplomacy · MilitaryRemoved an unintended infinite stacking bug for Military Aid.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +19mo ago
Songhai
GeneralCivilization · CombatCorrectly receives intended combat bonuses from unique civ mechanics.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +112mo ago
System
GeneralBugfix · Stability · TechnicalGeneral stability improvements and bug fixes for input and platform-specific issues.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +118mo ago
Bombers
GeneralMilitary · AirIncreased flexibility in nuclear strike delivery.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +118mo ago
Isabella
GeneralLeader · EconomyCorrectly receives intended economic bonuses from exploration.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +118mo ago
Narrative System
GeneralLore · Tutorial · CivilopediaBetter documentation and clarity for game systems.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +118mo ago
Miscellaneous
GeneralCosmetics · DeluxeAdded control over premium item visibility.
- ⚙️+0/-0≈ 05mo ago
Game Engine
GeneralPerformance · Stability · CrashResolved a game-breaking loading issue to ensure stability.
- ⚙️+0/-0≈ 01mo ago
AI Opponents
GeneralAI · Diplomacy · CombatAI is now more likely to engage in warfare.
- ⚙️+0/-0≈ 01mo ago
Nintendo Switch
GeneralPlatform · Multiplayer · SwitchTemporary loss of standard crossplay with a beta workaround for Steam users.
- ⚙️+0/-0≈ 05mo ago
Policies
GeneralCivics · Government · ManagementRestored intended functionality for policy management and crisis response.
- ⚙️+0/-0≈ 05mo ago
UI/UX
GeneralController · InterfaceImproved accessibility and input reliability for controller users.
- ⚙️+0/-0≈ 012mo ago
Game Setup
GeneralUI · UX · SettingsSignificant quality-of-life improvements to the game start and setup process.
- ⚡+0/-0≈ 016mo ago
Wall Improvements
SkillInfrastructure · DistrictVisual clarity fix for district building placement.
- 🧰+0/-0≈ 016mo ago
Sugar
ItemResource · Modern AgeChanged resource classification for Modern Age gameplay.
- 🦸+0/-0≈ 017mo ago
Spain
HeroCivilization · SpainFixed text display issues for city names.
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