Europa Universalis III: Heir to the Throne Image
  • Summary: The historical strategy game features new content and features across the board including: Brand new Casus Belli system, where wars have specific goals from start to finish. Monarchs now belong to dynasties, with new influence on the diplomatic model. Increased Holy Roman Empire and Papacy options for more powerful ruling. New diplomatic options for Merchant Republics. Enhanced "Cultural Tradition" and recruitment of specific advisor types. [Paradox Interactive] Expand
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. The third expansion introduces so many new facets to Europa Universalis 3 that it's now truly an embarrassment of riches. Those hardcore players who like to delve into the smallest of details will have a blast.
  2. New contents, a better artificial intelligence and a simpler interface. With these improvements Heir to the Throne consolidate Europe Universalis III's leadership in the genre.
  3. The plethora of improvements introduced in Heir to the Throne have made Europa Universalis 3 a more engaging and user-friendly experience.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 3
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 3
  3. Negative: 0 out of 3
  1. 9
    This was my first Paradox strategy game and wow, I'm absolutely hooked. I have never had as much fun with a recent strategy game than I am having with this one right now, nearly every aspect of the game-play is perfect and gives a really deep sense of involvement. The number of mods and the ease of ability to mod the game with helpful tutorials on the Paradox forums just further extend how awesome playing EU3 is. The only possible drawback is that I learned the game through Youtube tutorials, the in-game ones are lackluster and actually put me off from playing the game before HTTT. Expand
    • 1 of 1 users said yes
  2. I have been playing Europa Universalis ever since it was only a board game. Always found it one of the most enjoyable, even if very complex and long, strategy game you can find out there. I think the various development teams have made a great job over the years, from the initial design to the refinement of the latest version. A great game in a great serie for sure. Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  3. Junuxx
    8
    Many interesting new concepts bring fresh life to the game. While my overall impression is good, and it provides fun and challenge, it seems that some of the balance and polish of the previous expansion have been lost. Hopefully this will be remedied in patches. Expand
    • 1 of 1 users said yes