The latest update for Civilization 7, patch 1.2.3, has dropped, and with it comes a fresh batch of content via the Civ 7 Right To Rule Collection DLC. Among the headliners? The ancient powerhouse of Assyria, primed to shake up your early-game strategy with military-heavy dominance and scientifically-inclined civics.
Available either as part of the full Right To Rule Collection DLC, priced at $29.99, or as a standalone civ purchase, Assyria joins the fray with a stacked toolkit of unique units, powerful infrastructure, and aggressive early-game perks perfect for players looking to control the map from the start.
Early military and science? Count us in
Classified as an Antiquity Age civilization, the Assyrians are a militaristic and scientific force, encouraging you to go full throttle from turn one. Their gameplay style mixes classic conquest with strategic knowledge gain, awarding players who aren’t afraid to spring into action, or into science.
Assyria Key Civilizational Bonuses
- Gain a Technology whenever you capture a Settlement for the first time.
- Codices are not granted through technologies like other civs.
- Instead, Codices are earned via Conquest, but only after completing the Tupsarrutu Civic.
- +30% Production bonus when constructing Dur-Sharrukin, the mighty Assyrian stronghold.
These unique attributes make them ideal partners for leader Genghis Khan, who also embodies expansionist vibes. But really, any leader geared toward aggressive play can make great use of what Assyria has to offer.
Assyria’s Unique Units: Mobility and Might
If mowing through enemy lines in style is your thing, then the Assyrian military roster will feel like a dream. Let’s break it down.
Magarru – Unique Cavalry Unit
- Behaves like a wheeled unit for terrain handling.
- Boasts extra movement and can move after attacking.
- Ignores Zones of Control, letting it slip through enemy lines with ease.
The Magarru is excellent for hit-and-run tactics, flanking, or simply reaching strategic points before anyone else. Think of them as the tactical shock troops of the ancient world.
Turtanu – Unique Army Commander
- An elite unit that buffs your army on the front lines.
- All Cavalry and Infantry units within the Turtanu’s Command Radius get +5 Combat Strength against Districts.
This unit alone can turn a standard siege into an unstoppable march, making city conquests drastically quicker and more efficient.
Unique Buildings and Districts: Assyrian Power Infrastructure
Assyria isn’t just brute force: they’ve also got the brains to match.
Citadel – Unique Production Building & Fortification
- +3 Production to fuel your growth.
- +2 Happiness when built on flat terrain.
- Receives +1 Production adjacency from Wonders.
- Classified as Ageless, meaning it never becomes obsolete.
- All Fortified Districts must be taken to capture the city.
The Citadel is both a wall and a wellspring, guarding your metropolises while churning out resources for whatever victory path you fancy.
Royal Library – Unique Science Building
- +3 Science output right off the bat.
- Gets a +1 Science adjacency from Rivers and Wonders nearby.
- Equipped with 2 Codex slots for deep knowledge gains.
- Also Ageless, making it eternally relevant.
Ekallu – Unique Quarter
- Created when you build both the Royal Library and a Citadel in the same district.
- Grants +2 Production per Great Work.
This district becomes a cultural and industrial nexus, giving you bonuses for Great Work synergy—rare for a civ that leans so heavily into war and conquest.
Exploration Age unlock: The Abbasids
Playing with Assyria also unlocks the Abbasid civilization once you reach the Exploration Age, keeping the tempo and variety high as your campaign evolves into the mid-game. It’s a nice reward pathway that opens up even more strategic variations depending on your playstyle.
Get Assyria now in Right To Rule DLC
You can add Assyria to your Civilization 7 lineup by picking up the Right To Rule Collection DLC or purchasing them individually. The full bundle includes:
- 2 New Leaders
- 4 Civilizations (including Assyria)
- 4 New Wonders
- 1 Exclusive Badge Cosmetic
Priced at $29.99, it’s a must-have for players looking to expand their civ roster and seriously upgrade their empire-building options.
Is Assyria right for you?
If you prefer charging through conquest while racking up scientific gains on the side, Assyria is a top-tier pick. It’s a civ that rewards aggressive early-game plays, clever district planning, and strategic positioning. Whether you’re a series veteran or a determined newcomer, there’s plenty of game-changing potential with this ancient juggernaut.
So, are you ready to carve your legend into history with Assyria at your command?