Technical Breakdown
Canceling the tech tree in Civ VI involves modifying the “CIVILIZATION_RECORD”. This record resides within the game’s save file and stores various civilization-related data, including unlocked technologies. By altering the “TechsResearched” field, players can remove specific technologies and effectively cancel their research. The field is a bit-wise flag where each bit represents a technology slot; setting a bit to 0 indicates that the corresponding technology has not been researched.
Performance Insights
Canceling the tech tree can impact gameplay by allowing players to redirect their research efforts or undo previous technological advancements. However, it’s important to note that the game’s AI may not react optimally to such changes, potentially leading to unintended consequences or difficulty in balancing gameplay. Additionally, modifying save files requires caution as it can introduce unforeseen issues or corrupt the game data. It is recommended to make backups of any modified save files before proceeding.
