Napoleon Bonaparte has long been a staple of the Civilization franchise, leading France in multiple entries. However, in Civilization 7, players will need to take extra steps to recruit him as a leader. Thankfully, unlocking him is completely free with a simple registration process.
Here’s everything you need to know to add Napoleon to your roster and make use of his exclusive Emperor and Revolutionary Personas.
When Will Napoleon Be Available in Civilization 7?
Napoleon will be accessible starting February 11, 2025, coinciding with the game’s official release. Players who purchase the Deluxe or Founders editions will gain early access five days before the launch. His inclusion comes as an incentive for players to create and link a 2K Account.
Napoleon’s Leader Personas and Unique Abilities
In Civilization 7, Napoleon comes with two distinct Personas, each offering unique abilities and advantages:
Emperor Persona
- Focus: Military and commerce.
- Unique Ability – Empereur des Français: A Diplomatic Action that reduces a rival civilization’s trade route capacity while significantly increasing grievances.
- Bonus: Earns additional Gold per Age for every leader he is Unfriendly or Hostile with.
Revolutionary Persona
- Focus: Military and culture.
- Unique Ability – La Grande Armée: Enhances army commanders’ movement and grants Culture each time an enemy unit is defeated.
- Bonus: Prioritizes aggressive expansion with cultural influence.
How to Unlock Napoleon in Civilization 7 for Free
Unlocking the Emperor Persona
To get Napoleon’s Emperor Persona, follow these steps:
- Sign up for a 2K Account on the official website.
- Link your 2K Account to your gaming platform.
- Launch Civilization 7 and log in with your 2K Account.
- Napoleon’s Emperor Persona should now be available when starting a new game.
Unlocking the Revolutionary Persona
To obtain Napoleon’s Revolutionary Persona, you’ll need to have played Civilization 6. Here’s how:
- Create a 2K Account (if you don’t have one already).
- Link your 2K Account to your gaming platform.
- Launch Civilization 6 and log in with your 2K Account.
- Launch Civilization 7 and log in with the same account.
- You will now have access to Napoleon’s Revolutionary Persona.
Can You Still Get Napoleon if You Haven’t Played Civilization 6?
Yes! If you haven’t played Civilization 6 but want the Revolutionary Persona, you can purchase the game cheaply and quickly log in with your 2K Account to claim the bonus. Civilization 6 is often available at discounted prices on digital platforms.
Final Thoughts
Napoleon’s inclusion in Civilization 7 offers players two compelling gameplay styles, whether focusing on economic power or aggressive military conquest. By simply signing up for a 2K Account and linking it to the game, you can unlock him for free.
If you’re a returning Civ player, don’t miss out on the exclusive Revolutionary Persona by linking your Civilization 6 account!
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