Cavalry chevauchées a la the Black Prince are nigh-on impossible. Hardened wargamers will snort on realising that hired mercenraies appear instantly, and opposing forces can't occupy the same province – however large – without coming to blows. Though there are more troop types than in Sengoku, battles still tend to boil down to 'biggest army triumphs'.
Because games span centuries, and final scores are the sum of the prestige totals of successive rulers, you're too busy ensuring your realm doesn't disintegrate on your death, or your reputation in a rash war, to worry about ludological laurel wreaths.Ī shame those wars don't have anywhere near the subtlety of the social shenanigans. There are countless ways of securing and keeping your place in the history books.Just as Richard I didn't glance at a globe every morning and think “I only need to capture another four French counties to win!” CK2 never cramps your creativity with crude victory conditions.
Assemble men-at-arms units and powerful knights. Or be inspired by the bard and ballad, and seduce your way to power and influence. Recruit agents and other unsavory elements to undermine, blackmail, or murder those who stand in your path. The shadows stir frequently, and danger lurks around every darkened corner.Be wary of rivals, from restless serfs to revengeful concubines. Govern an ever-evolving realm and grant titles to whom you see fit - or usurp your liege to claim their crown as your own.Customize your ruler and noble house, from appearance to attributes, and create a monarch worthy of all their inherited virtues and vices.If found wanting, marry them off or despatch them through other means.
Groom your heir with the appropriate guardians or educate them yourself.Genetics can be passed along to your children, be it the gift of genius or crippling stupidity. Prompt fear and dread as you rule with an iron fist, or inspire your subjects with magnanimous deeds. Each character is larger than life, with traits and lifestyle choices determining their actions and schemes.Claim, conquer, and rule thousands of unique counties, duchies, kingdoms, and empires. Explore a vast medieval map stretching from the snowswept Nordic lands to the Horn of Africa, and the British Isles in the west to the exotic riches of Burma in the east.An extensive cast of historical characters can be romanced, betrayed, executed, or subtly influenced. Discover a sprawling simulated world teeming with peasants and knights, courtiers, spies, knaves and jesters, and secret love affairs.Your death is only a footnote as your lineage continues with new playable heirs, either planned… or not. Begin in 867 or 1066 and claim lands, titles, and vassals to secure a realm worthy of your royal blood. Take command of your house and expand your dynasty through a meticulously researched Middle Ages.
CRUSADER KINGS 2 PLUS STEAM GROUP SERIES
Crusader Kings III continues the popular series made by Paradox Development Studio, featuring the widely acclaimed marriage of immersive grand strategy and deep, dramatic medieval roleplaying. War is but one of many tools to establish your reign, as real strategy requires expert diplomatic skill, mastery of your realm, and true cunning. Choose your noble house and lead your dynasty to greatness in a Middle Ages epic that spans generations.
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