Europa Universalis IV (2013)
- Developer
- Paradox Development Studio, Paradox Tinto
- Publisher
- Paradox Interactive
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- Genres
- Simulation, Strategy
- Rating
- 4.4 of 5, 136,897 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 311 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
You guide a nation through centuries of intricate diplomacy, war, and economics in a methodical, data-rich sandbox that rewards careful planning and patience.
strategiccomplexgrand scalehistorical simulationslow paceddeepreplayablemanagement heavy
What players say
Players love the depth and replayability, but nearly everyone warns about the massive DLC cost and that many essential mechanics are locked behind paid content. Reviewers also note a punishing learning curve with no tutorial, and the late lack of official Chinese localization frustrates some.
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