Crusader Kings III

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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 712 Ratings

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  1. Bandrem2
    Sep 2, 2023
    8
    i don't actually like it but it is a very good game, very complex and lots of thought put into it, multiplayer a bit buggy but doesn't take away from how good it is in singleplayer
  2. PR9Gaming
    Aug 12, 2023
    9
    Great because it's more of an rpg featuring your character than a 4X game. The major issue with it has always been the ai as you couldn't win crusades without insane effort AND luck, though that seems to have been addressed in recent expansions/patches. Its paradox so they still charge way too much for DLC, so just buy em on sale or from a key site.
  3. thethethe4
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Crusader Kings 3 improves upon its predecessor in every way possible, there is a lot more content in the base game than there is in CK2. There is still plenty locked behind pay walls but it's not as bad as it is in CK2 or other paradox games. The map and graphics have also greatly improved and you can now actually see an animated version of characters. You can also design your ownCrusader Kings 3 improves upon its predecessor in every way possible, there is a lot more content in the base game than there is in CK2. There is still plenty locked behind pay walls but it's not as bad as it is in CK2 or other paradox games. The map and graphics have also greatly improved and you can now actually see an animated version of characters. You can also design your own character now with a detailed new system that allows you to edit the physical features of characters as well as their traits. The UI in CK3 has also seen huge improvement when compared to CK2, you can actually find what you want. CK3 allows you a lot of freedom in how to deal with threats and at times it resembles a RP game because of how deep your dynasties story can become and because of that I would highly recommend purchasing this game.… Expand
  4. alphaking3306
    Jul 23, 2023
    8
    I have to admit, I'm a paradox fanboy. I love this game. Creating your own character, or playing as a historical one, and living out a historical rendition of a GOT style fantasy is truly an awesome experience. Ruling a feudal fiefdom and working your way up from a count to Duke, King, or Emperor is truly an amazing experience. Friendships can be formed, Love can be found, Lands can beI have to admit, I'm a paradox fanboy. I love this game. Creating your own character, or playing as a historical one, and living out a historical rendition of a GOT style fantasy is truly an awesome experience. Ruling a feudal fiefdom and working your way up from a count to Duke, King, or Emperor is truly an amazing experience. Friendships can be formed, Love can be found, Lands can be conquered, Enemies can be made, Religions can be founded, Families can be built....Incest can be....*cough* *cought*....I didn't say anything....

    Seriously though, there is so much to be done in this game, it's crazy, at least as far as RP and storytelling goes. It MAY get repetitive after several hundred hours...but honestly that's a good investment in my book. The main downsides of the game lay in it's nation-building and strategy elements. Outside of interpersonal interaction diplomacy is much more limited than in CK2, and in regards to warfare and events the game also lacks a bit of depth...but that's been improving with time. Much like CK2 did.

    Overall a great game that I highly recommended if you are a fan of Medieval strategy or general larping **** 8/10, would marry my sister-cousin-daughter-wife twice removed again.    … Expand
  5. kashlewin
    Jul 15, 2023
    9
    In my option, one of the best strategy game of all time. Re playability is great, in game wiki is awesome and really clear, graphs are good, achievements are diversified, DLCs are somewhat interesting (some beeing completely useless for their price, but mostly are a great adidition). I give it a 9 because the game gets really slow when you conquer a big part of the map, performances couldIn my option, one of the best strategy game of all time. Re playability is great, in game wiki is awesome and really clear, graphs are good, achievements are diversified, DLCs are somewhat interesting (some beeing completely useless for their price, but mostly are a great adidition). I give it a 9 because the game gets really slow when you conquer a big part of the map, performances could maybe get better. If you like strategy game, definitly try it out.… Expand
  6. Dimocracy
    Jul 6, 2023
    10
    The best strategy game I've ever played. I really like the stories that are formed during the game with the help of artificial intelligence.
  7. FeachnoMacLir
    Jun 19, 2023
    9
    This game is great!!
    While you can conquer different realms there is huge rpg behind all the mechanics.
    First you can participate in tournaments, hold events and hunt, which upgrades your character. It feels natural and remind me about best years in DnD. Second struggle for power between your heirs. You can do a lot to help your chosen heir to ascend to throne. Third conquest. You can    This game is great!!
    While you can conquer different realms there is huge rpg behind all the mechanics.
    First you can participate in tournaments, hold events and hunt, which upgrades your character. It feels natural and remind me about best years in DnD.
    Second struggle for power between your heirs. You can do a lot to help your chosen heir to ascend to throne.
    Third conquest. You can create huge realms and even create your own empire!!
    Fourth changing your culture and upgrading your dynasty. You can get a lot of awesome bonuses from it!! And especially from merging cultures.

    I would recommend it to any rpg fan - it is more of an roleplaying game rather than strategy!    … Expand
  8. HydrophobikFish
    Jun 9, 2023
    10
    Super well realized game. It has less going on that its predecessors in terms of deep systems or simulation, but exceeds it when it comes to the personal and dynastic stories of the characters. It sells the individual fantasy of being a ruler incredibly well. Amazing if you're into history or alt-history. Has room for growth, definitely not without flaws, but the base product with DLCs isSuper well realized game. It has less going on that its predecessors in terms of deep systems or simulation, but exceeds it when it comes to the personal and dynastic stories of the characters. It sells the individual fantasy of being a ruler incredibly well. Amazing if you're into history or alt-history. Has room for growth, definitely not without flaws, but the base product with DLCs is so good it still deserves a 10 fro me… Expand
  9. dahanbeige
    Jun 8, 2023
    9
    非常好的游戏，玩起来很舒服让人一玩就停不下来，欲罢不能。
    其中的暗杀与拉拢过程做得很有特色。
    本游戏也完美体现了欧洲中世纪的“光明”，是一个模拟历史的好游戏。
  10. TianLong1
    Mar 31, 2023
    10
    Very complex strategy game with never seen before range of options to win your way to the throne, be it through politics, conspiracy or brute force, the most challenging aspect is to manage your kingdom and maintain power. Managing one's bloodine to make sure they stay in power or undermine other clans so they get weak, there is so many layers of strategy to make sure you stay at the top,Very complex strategy game with never seen before range of options to win your way to the throne, be it through politics, conspiracy or brute force, the most challenging aspect is to manage your kingdom and maintain power. Managing one's bloodine to make sure they stay in power or undermine other clans so they get weak, there is so many layers of strategy to make sure you stay at the top, even though at some point you find the best way of doing that, there is lot of mechanics that can turn things around like your ruler having bad traits or getting assassinated, and so on.… Expand
  11. darupengodofwar
    Mar 31, 2023
    9
    A great game, I spent dozens of hours in it, my main achievement was losing to the Mongols.
  12. Souls2
    Nov 16, 2022
    10
    The one who had to be the true strategy Goty of 2020, the best Paradox game so far, a very deep but friendly game for learning and newcomers to this type of title.
  13. JosJim
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    The best strategy game I've ever played in my life, the game has completely lived up to fans expectations, considering how high the bar was set by its predecessor Crussader Kings 2. Ck3 has a great variety of mechanics that will make you spend all day playing it and you will feel like you will be missing a lot more time just to finish a single game. What a great game!
  14. JayRuccMTL
    Sep 13, 2022
    8
    I'm new to Paradox titles and I must say out of the ones I've played, CK3 is by far my favorite.

    It has the right balance of complexity in the gameplay mechanics without being too over bearing, and the UI was purposely designed with the player in mind. I find play throughs very streamlined and dynamic, every playthrough is different and you can literally choose to play as any one of the    I'm new to Paradox titles and I must say out of the ones I've played, CK3 is by far my favorite.

    It has the right balance of complexity in the gameplay mechanics without being too over bearing, and the UI was purposely designed with the player in mind. I find play throughs very streamlined and dynamic, every playthrough is different and you can literally choose to play as any one of the characters at any given time, and there are easily 100+.    … Expand
  15. dr-kenobi
    Sep 7, 2022
    10
    The best grand strategy out there on the market. Paradox did a fantastic job. There's just so much in this game you could replay it for years to come.
  16. StarkAgentos
    Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Прошёл игру за 2 часа, играя за династию Рюриковичей и став вассалом короля Новгорода и потом потеряв все свои земли. Игра намного лучше предыдущей части, улучшены графика, интерфейс.
  17. Polthank
    Jul 23, 2022
    9
    I had not given CK2 a chance because it seemed overwhelming but I bought CK3 with a friend to encourage my desire to play it, spectacular mechanics, the game punishes you if you are stupid or make absurd decisions, excellent customization strengthened by the mods.
    Without anything else to add a complete and totally enjoyable game.
  18. HumG
    Jun 15, 2022
    10
    A masterful symphony of a game that is much simpler and easier to get into than ck2, while still retaining the general feeling from ck2. You could play the exact same ruler, with the exact same scenario a hundred times and have it still be different each time. The graphics have improved substantially and if you have some extra cash, you should definitely get this game, but wait for some ofA masterful symphony of a game that is much simpler and easier to get into than ck2, while still retaining the general feeling from ck2. You could play the exact same ruler, with the exact same scenario a hundred times and have it still be different each time. The graphics have improved substantially and if you have some extra cash, you should definitely get this game, but wait for some of the DLCs to go on sale, 25 dollars for the Royal Court DLC is absurd.… Expand
  19. Yaav13
    May 9, 2022
    8
    My truthful honorable incorruptible conclusive rating of this considered game: 8.
  20. ArnaudMadeira
    May 5, 2022
    10
    An excellent strategy game! It has a certain complexity, but nothing that is difficult to learn. In my case, I looked for some tutorials on the internet and managed to understand its mechanics well. You rule a noble dynasty, and you can choose to be an Emperor, King, Duke or Earl in some periods of the Middle Ages. Certainly, for those who like strategy and enjoy the medieval period, thisAn excellent strategy game! It has a certain complexity, but nothing that is difficult to learn. In my case, I looked for some tutorials on the internet and managed to understand its mechanics well. You rule a noble dynasty, and you can choose to be an Emperor, King, Duke or Earl in some periods of the Middle Ages. Certainly, for those who like strategy and enjoy the medieval period, this is a must-play game.

    Um jogo de estratégia excelente! Ele tem uma certa complexidade, mas nada que seja difícil de ser aprendido. No meu caso, busquei alguns tutoriais na internet e consegui entender bem sua mecânica. Você comanda uma disnastia nobre, podendo escolher ser um Imperador, Rei, Duque ou Conde, em alguns períodos da idade média. Certamente, para quem gosta de estratégia e curte o período medieval, este é um jogo obrigatório.    … Expand
  21. mangoinhale
    May 2, 2022
    10
    My friend bought this game three days ago. He has been talking non-stop about it. I don't think he will ever stop. Send help. 10/10 game.
  22. Ihonestlydontkn
    Mar 8, 2022
    9
    Great UI, much easier to understand than earlier Paradox games. Missing some more for long games.
  23. AeonsAlex
    Feb 20, 2022
    8
    Another Paradox game where you start it and 6 hours fly by without even realising. Builds on everything CK2 did right, and by the time all of it's DLC comes out, I'll have sunk another 300 hours into it.
  24. GamerViktor
    Jan 4, 2022
    10
    This is legitimately one of the best games I've ever played.

    10/10 would castrate my uncle again.
  25. MWWrona
    Nov 23, 2021
    10
    This game is truly amazing and an absolute improvement over CK2 in almost every way.
    There are so many mechanics and fixes for the worst aspects of CK2 while improving on it in almost every way. I've thoroughly enjoyed every moment playing this gem.
  26. kabkglomr
    Nov 19, 2021
    9
    基本就像三國志的玩法但戰鬥簡略，重心在你的家族，就像權力遊戲一樣勾心鬥角, 也有各種事件很有趣.
    除了比較不好上手, 熟悉後這遊戲十分好玩也十分殺時間.
    期待未來的DLC.
  27. Nubells
    Nov 16, 2021
    8
    Paradox wasn't actually busy sexually harassing employees while making this game, very good!
  28. LordEdition
    Nov 2, 2021
    10
    Ради таких игр готов играть на ПК! Живая и очень красивая .
  29. Bushido95
    Sep 27, 2021
    8
    CK3 одним интерфейсом может напугать геймера и я долгое время был одним из них.
    Наиграв 141ч не могу сказать, что на самом деле она простая, но разобраться в ней на самом деле не так уж сложно.
    Я как большой любитель истории и серии Total War искал ей альтернативу и CK3 оказался отличным вариантом который советую всем хотя бы попробовать и если вы разберетесь оторваться будет сложно.    CK3 одним интерфейсом может напугать геймера и я долгое время был одним из них.
    Наиграв 141ч не могу сказать, что на самом деле она простая, но разобраться в ней на самом деле не так уж сложно.
    Я как большой любитель истории и серии Total War искал ей альтернативу и CK3 оказался отличным вариантом который советую всем хотя бы попробовать и если вы разберетесь оторваться будет сложно.
  30. rezo_21
    Sep 19, 2021
    9
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Universal acclaim - based on 61 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  1. Softpedia
    Feb 16, 2022
    90
    Crusader Kings III has good mechanics and production but what sets it apart is the way it connects to the era it depicts. The experience leans into role-playing and personalities in a way that feels true to the image that most players have about the period between 867 to 1453. Without striving to be educational, the Paradox title also manages to be an excellent jumping-off point to learn more about the period, its main characters, its social dynamics. The development studio has also done well when it comes to post-launch support. There’s downloadable content, of course, but free patches have also arrived regularly, improving systems and eliminating bugs. But more work is needed both in the balance and the immersion department. Crusader Kings III is an excellent way to tell and enjoy stories and I can’t wait to experience how Paradox will add depth to its various mechanics.
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  2. CD-Action
    Nov 16, 2020
    90
    A worthy successor to Crusader Kings II. Right now, it is not as deep and demanding as its predecessor with all its expansions installed, but it still is an excellent strategy game. For newcomers it’s a great way to dive into the world of crowned tyrants, treacherous vassals, unfaithful wives, and inconvenient babies strangled in their cradles. [11/2020, p.56]
  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Oct 21, 2020
    92
    Crusader Kings III is definitely a success. The developers made a huge self-evolving world where the players can do as they please. It’s unrivaled both in scale and level of detail. [Issue#248, p.68]
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