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CRUSADER KINGS 3
RPG
Grand Strategy
Systems
Top Critic Avg: 90 /100 Critics Rec: 99%
Released
September 1, 2020
ESRB
T for Teens: Drug Reference, Language, Mild Violence, Suggestive Themes
Developer(s)
Paradox Interactive
Publisher(s)
Paradox Interactive
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WHERE TO PLAY

SUBSCRIPTION
DIGITAL
PHYSICAL

Your legacy awaits. Choose your noble house and lead your dynasty to greatness in a Middle Ages epic that spans generations. War is but one of many tools to establish your reign, as real strategy requires expert diplomatic skill, mastery of your realm, and true cunningCrusader Kings III continues the popular series made by Paradox Development Studio, featuring the widely acclaimed marriage of immersive grand strategy and deep, dramatic medieval roleplaying.

Take command of your house and expand your dynasty through a meticulously researched Middle Ages. Begin in 867 or 1066 and claim lands, titles, and vassals to secure a realm worthy of your royal blood. Your death is only a footnote as your lineage continues with new playable heirs, either planned… or not.

Discover a sprawling simulated world teeming with peasants and knights, courtiers, spies, knaves and jesters, and secret love affairs. An extensive cast of historical characters can be romanced, betrayed, executed, or subtly influenced.

Explore a vast medieval map stretching from the snowswept Nordic lands to the Horn of Africa, and the British Isles in the west to the exotic riches of Burma in the east. Claim, conquer, and rule thousands of unique counties, duchies, kingdoms, and empires.

Genre(s)
RPG, Grand Strategy
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Crusader Kings 3: How to Handle Factions

Foreign threats are bad enough in Crusader Kings 3, but players must also watch for internal threats in the form of factions.

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Crusader Kings 3: The Basics About Faiths, Religions, and Religious Families

Religion is an essential part of medieval life, and it's a powerful tool in player hands in Crusader Kings 3.

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Crusader Kings 3: How to Host a Feast (Lance Update)

The new travel mechanics have made feasting more complex and interesting than before.

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Crusader Kings 3: How to Host a Pilgrimage (Lance Update)

The 1.9 Lance update has fundamentally changed how pilgrimages work. Here's how to make use of them now.

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Crusader Kings 3: How to Unlock and Build Duchy Buildings

Every barony holding has building slots, but only one gets access to the powerful duchy buildings.

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Crusader Kings 3: How to Educate Children

Education is important when a dynasty is at stake. Here's how learning takes place in the game.

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Crusader Kings 3: How to Hold a Grand Tournament

The Grand Tournament is a key feature of the new expansion Tours and Tournaments. Here's how to host one.

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Crusader Kings 3: How to Create a Travel Route

An essential new mechanic for events is the travel route, which can add a lot of danger or wasted time depending on how players plan their routes.

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Crusader Kings 3: How To Defend England As Harold Godwinson

In Crusader Kings 3, defending England as Harold Godwinson is easier than some players may think. Here's everything you should know.

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Crusader Kings 3: How To Create A Cadet Branch

Creating a cadet branch in Crusader Kings 3 is a straightforward process as long as players meet all the requirements.

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Crusader Kings 3: Tips For The Console Edition

Crusader Kings 3 is available on consoles, and these tips will help players get started with the grand strategy game.

How To Modify Vassal Contracts in Crusader Kings 3
Crusader Kings 3: How To Modify Vassal Contracts

Modifying vassal contracts can be a delicate game in Crusader Kings 3, but if it's done carefully, players can use it to their advantage.

Crusader Kings 3 How to make a new religion
Crusader Kings 3: How To Create A New Religion

The grand strategy game Crusader Kings 3 lets players make their own, new religion. Here's how it works.

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Crusader Kings 3: How to Fabricate a Claim

In Crusader Kings 3, one cannot wage war without a Casus Belli, and fabricating a claim on the neighboring land is one of the best ways to obtain one.

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Crusader Kings 3: What You Need to Know About Crossplay

Players that have questions about cross-platform play in Crusader Kings 3 can find the answers that they seek in this short guide.

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Crusader Kings 3: How To Change Culture

Knowing about one's own culture and that of one's neighboring lords is essential for conquering and ruling successfully. Here's why!

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Crusader Kings 3: Everything You Need To Know About Marriage & Family

Marriage & Family are important mechanics for all those wishing to create a dynasty in Crusader Kings 3. Here's all you need to know about them!

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Crusader Kings 3: 10 Tips To Wage War For Beginners

Waging war is a core mechanic in Crusader Kings 3. Here's how new players can gain victory in battle.

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Crusader Kings 3: Everything You Need To Know About Attributes

Learning which attributes govern one's actions is the best way to make use of a character's best traits and stats in Crusader Kings 3.

Crusader Kings 3 William The Conqueror Guide
Crusader Kings 3: How To Invade England As William The Conqueror

Taking England is no simple feat in Crusader Kings 3. These tips will help William the Conqueror do just that.