Crusader Kings Complete (2012)

Developer: Paradox Development Studio
Publisher: Paradox Interactive
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Strategy
Rating: 3.1 of 5, 243 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You meticulously manage a medieval dynasty, balancing alliances, wars, and faith in a slow, deep simulation of political power.

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What players say

Players say Crusader Kings Complete is a historically important game that has aged poorly. It lacks a tutorial, has a confusing interface, and crashes often on modern systems. Most recommend skipping it in favor of Crusader Kings 2 or 3.

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