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For The Glory: A Europa Universalis Game
For The Glory: A Europa Universalis GameLead your nation to prosperity across thousands of historical events in this grand strategy game.
Europa Universalis IV
Europa Universalis IVRule your land and dominate the world with unparalleled freedom, depth and historical accuracy.
Overview
Description

Take up the reigns of your country, guide domestic and foreign policy, navigate thousands of historical events, engage in various struggles, and lead your country to prosperity all in the name of glory. For the Glory offers full historical immersion, providing a deep experience with over 10,000 historically accurate events spanning centuries of global conflict and diplomacy. Take charge of major world powers like the Habsburg Empire, the Swedish state, or Portugal to build an empire through trade, diplomacy, colonialism, and war. Interact with real historical figures and determine whether you will follow the path of history or forge an entirely new destiny for your nation.

Start before the Renaissance on a map of the world as it was then. Choose from any of hundreds of nations and then rule up to the Age of Revolutions. Or, if you wish, start your game at any date in the span, with historical monarchs and other leaders, guiding your nation through centuries of geopolitical strategy.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Turn-Based Strategy
Turn-Based Strategy
Best for
Grand strategy enthusiasts and history buffs
Grand strategy enthusiasts and history buffs
Specifications
General
msrp
$9.99โˆ’75%
$39.99
release date
2009-11-12
2013-08-13
Specifications
developer
Paradox Interactive
Paradox Development Studio
publisher
Paradox Interactive
Paradox Interactive
age rating
PEGI 12
PEGI 12, ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
60/100
85/100+42%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Incredible historical depth with over 10,000 events
  • Engaging blend of trade, diplomacy, and warfare
  • Fulfilling empire-building mechanics for strategy fans
  • Rich replayability through alternate historical paths
  • Unmatched historical depth and scope
  • Incredible replayability with hundreds of playable nations
  • Engaging diplomatic and economic systems
  • Active modding community and extensive expansions
Cons
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers to grand strategy games
  • Dated user interface by modern standards
  • Can feel slow-paced during periods of peace
  • Extremely steep learning curve for beginners
  • Can be very expensive with all DLC expansions combined
  • Occasional performance slowdowns in late-game saves
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