I’d love to suggest a feature that I think many players (myself included) would really appreciate:
an optional game setting that allows players to start with a large amount of gold, similar to a sandbox mode.
The idea is to give players more freedom to experiment with different strategies, unit builds, and economic mechanics early on without having to wait for the natural game pace to catch up. It would be a great way to test out civs, policies, or government types in a more creative, low-stress environment.
Maybe it could be added as a toggle during game setup—something like “Sandbox Gold Start” or “Experimental Mode.”