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Crusader Kings II (2012)

Paradox Development Studio

Linux · Mac · PC (Microsoft Windows)

3.95 from 665 ratings

4392 members have it in their collection · 87 playing now · 2081 backlogged · 94 wish listed

How long? Main story 165h · with extras 770h · 100% 92h (from 7 logged playthroughs)

The Dark Ages might be drawing to a close, but Europe is still in turmoil. Petty lords vie against beleaguered kings who struggle to assert control over their fragmented realms. The Pope calls for a Crusade to protect the Christians in the Holy Land even as he refuses to relinquish control over the investiture of bishops - and their riches. … Read more
The Dark Ages might be drawing to a close, but Europe is still in turmoil. Petty lords vie against beleaguered kings who struggle to assert control over their fragmented realms. The Pope calls for a Crusade to protect the Christians in the Holy Land even as he refuses to relinquish control over the investiture of bishops - and their riches. Now is the time for greatness. Expand your demesne and secure the future of your dynasty. Fill your coffers, appoint vassals, root out traitors and heretics, introduce laws and interact with hundreds of nobles, each with their own agenda. A good lord will always need friends to support him. But beware, as loyal vassals can quickly turn to bitter rivals, and some might not be as reliable as they seem... Stand ready, and increase your prestige until the world whispers your name in awe. Do you have what it takes to become a Crusader King? Crusader Kings II explores one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy. Medieval Europe is brought to life in this epic game of knights, schemes, and thrones... Read less
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Details

Developers
Paradox Development Studio
Publishers
Paradox Interactive
Genres
Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Strategy
Themes
Fantasy, Historical
Series
Crusader Kings
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Release dates

  • Feb 03, 2012 (Europe) PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • Feb 14, 2012 (Worldwide) Linux
  • Feb 14, 2012 (North_America) Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • Feb 27, 2012 (Japan) PC (Microsoft Windows)

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Rating distribution

5 stars
257
4 stars
209
3 stars
128
2 stars
50
1 star
21
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Erkin

Status Erkin Sep 29, 2018

I really want to play this game, I'm sure I'll love it, but the learning curve is a bit too steep. Any pointers for a beginner on how to play this game without knowing everything from the get-go?

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