Crusader Kings III: A Grand Strategy Masterpiece

Welcome to the Next Era of Historical Grand Strategy .Paradox Development Studio brings you the sequel to one of the most popular strategy games ever made. Crusader Kings III is the heir to a long legacy of historical grand strategy experiences and arrives with a host of new ways to ensure the success of your royal house.

Game Features

Expansive World Map

Choose a royal or noble house from a number of realms on a map that stretches from Iceland to India, from the Arctic Circle to Central Africa. Navigate a vast and intricate world filled with diverse cultures and challenges.

Guide Your Dynasty

Guide a dynasty through the centuries, ensuring the security and power of each new generation. Gather new lands and titles to cement your legacy and build a lineage that will stand the test of time.

Religious Influence

Be a pious king to bring the religious powers to your side, or strike out on your own, designing your own splinter religion and earning everlasting fame or eternal damnation. Shape the spiritual destiny of your realm.

Middle Ages Drama

Knights, peasant revolts, pilgrimages, Viking raiders… experience the drama and pageantry of the Middle Ages. Every decision and event weaves into the rich tapestry of history.

Lifestyle Choices

Adopt one of five different lifestyles, perfecting your skills in military strategy or kingdom management. Tailor your ruler’s abilities to suit your grand plans.

Character Traits and Actions

Acquire character traits that will guide your actions, but beware if you act against your nature! The stress from denying your truest self could bring a new host of troubles!

Heir Management

Choose appropriate guardians for your heirs, or train them yourself. But what do you do if the legal heir is not quite up to the job? Navigate the complexities of succession and legacy.

Reputation and Fear

Violent characters may develop a fearsome reputation, cowering your timid subjects into obedience with the dread you inspire. Use fear and respect to maintain control.

Military Might

Recruit men-at-arms units and powerful knights to supplement your royal levies. Research new technologies to increase the wealth and military might of your realm. Hire mercenaries and Holy Orders for your major wars.

Income and Raiding

Supplement your income with ransomed prisoners or raiding parties on neighboring realms. Expand your wealth through strategic and sometimes ruthless means.

Espionage and Intrigue

Use your spymaster to discover plots against your dynasty and your rule. Recruit agents to assist your schemes to undermine or murder anyone who stands between you and power. Seduce other characters for love or political power. Gather information for blackmailing purposes or call in favors whenever your plans need an extra bit of influence.

Experience Crusader Kings III

Step into the world of Crusader Kings III and experience a grand strategy game like no other. Shape the fate of your dynasty, conquer new realms, and leave a legacy that will echo through the ages.

Included DLCs

Legends of the Dead

Garments of the Holy Roman Empire

Fashion of the Abbasid Court

Royal Court

Northern Lords

Fate of Iberia

Friends & Foes

Tours & Tournaments

Elegance of the Empire

Legacy of Persia

Wards & Wardens

Content Creator Pack North African Attire

Couture of the Capets