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Crusader Kings 3

Video game

About

Crusader Kings 3 is a grand strategy game set in the Middle Ages, offering a rich blend of role-playing and strategic elements. Players take control of a medieval dynasty, navigating complex webs of politics, warfare, and diplomacy across a vast historical map. The game features 3D animated characters with intricate traits and genetic systems, allowing for deep character customization and role-playing. A significant new feature is the lifestyle system, which allows rulers to choose skill trees that impact their abilities and dynasty's legacy. The game includes a revamped UI and extensive tutorials, making it more accessible to new players. Players can engage in various activities such as warfare, using men-at-arms and knights, and diplomacy, leveraging hooks and dread to manipulate others. The game's narrative is driven by thousands of dynamic events, allowing players to forge their own stories amidst historical settings. With a focus on personal rule rather than state institutions, Crusader Kings 3 offers a unique approach to grand strategy, emphasizing individual personalities and relationships.