Hot on the heels of this tease, Civilization 7 players have already datamined the game, which is available in advanced access to those who paid more, and found reference to the Atomic Age.

Civilization 7 players found mention of potential future content in the game’s code, including a Maori civ, leader Edward “Blackbeard” Teach, and an Atomic Age ...

Civilization 7 has a new mechanic, Ages, and a recent datamine suggests a fourth is on the way. In Civilization 7, a new system has replaced the previous Eras of the game.

Most significantly, however, there are repeated mentions of 'age-Atomic,' perhaps hinting that a fourth Age could eventually arrive in Civilization 7 in some form.

Civilization 7 dataminers have discovered a fourth, unnanounced Atomic Age which could soon be added to the game.

Civilization 7 has introduced Golden Age buildings and these carry over their bonuses from the previous Age.

In addition to unused leaders and civilizations, it appears that a fourth technological era, the Atomic Age, may be planned for a future, probable DLC release. Or it could all just be cut content.

Civilization 7 Ages explained Civ 7 takes everything you know about the 4X series and turns it on its head with Ages, guiding you from humble beginnings to modern tech.

Civilization 7 introduces a new way to advance your civilization through time called Ages. We'll help you get with the times and understand this new system.

Some Civilization 7 players think they've spotted the leaders and Civilizations headed our way with the Right to Rule DLC.

Megaton.Civilization 7 dataminers have unearthed evidence to suggest the game is set to receive a fourth, unannounced Age — and developer Firaxis has teased its plans in an interview with IGN.