Humankind's first paid expansion, Cultures of Africa, arrives later this month Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Humankind's first paid expansion, Cultures of Africa, arrives later this month Adds six new cultures, new wonders, and more. News by Matt Wales Reporter Updated on 11 Jan 2022 Developer Amplitude Studios' historical 4X strategy title Humankind will be receiving its first new cultural roster additions since launch on 20th January, when its first paid expansion, Cultures of Africa, arrives on Steam, Epic, and the Windows Store. As its name suggests, Africa is very much the focus of Humankind's first paid expansion, and it introduces six new playable cultures spanning all six eras. In the Ancient Era, for instance, those that purchase the DLC will gain the opportunity to establish their civilisation using the Expansionist-focused Bantu, enabling them to acquire plentiful land fast and early. The Agrarian-focused Garamantes become available in the Classical Era, making it easier for players to secure food from arid territories, and the Medieval Era brings the Swahili, a Merchant-based culture handy for those wishing to exploit their bountiful coasts. Watch on YouTube Humankind - Cultures of Africa DLC Trailer. The Early Modern Era sees the introduction of the Maasai, able to use its Agrarian prowess to optimise growth rates, and the Industrial Era unlocks the Militarist Ethiopians, ideal for those wishing to quickly catch up on military and science. Rounding out the new cultural additions are the Nigerians in the Contemporary Era, who can use their Agrarian abilities to increase oil deposits and agricultural workforce. Those six new cultures will be accompanied by five new Africa-inspired Wonders in the DLC - specifically Mount Kilimanjaro, Victoria Falls, Lake Natron, Zuma Rock, and the Great Mosque of Djenné - alongside seven Independent People and 15 new narrative events. Cultures of Africa will cost £6.99/€8.99/$8.99 USD when it launches via Steam, the Microsoft Store, and the Epic Games Store on 20th January, and there's an additional 10% discount for those willing to pre-purchase ahead of launch day. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 7 Nintendo Switch firmware update lets you take screenshots in the Switch Online app The app on your console, not your phone. 7 Latest Articles Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Jelly Deals Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset is its lowest-ever price during Amazon's Early Access sale Prime Members can get it for just £52. Jelly Deals Save over £500 off the retail price on this beefy ASUS TUF Dash gaming laptop from Amazon Under £1080 for an RTX 3070 laptop. Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store