![]() ![]() Much like history tells us, the rise and fall of any kingdom worth its salt is often a kaleidoscope of diplomacy, military action, marriage and oodles of good old fashioned skulduggery – and in each of those worldly disciplines Crusader Kings III does a great job of putting the player in control. Speaking of which, as one might expect, running your own kingdom, let alone one that is expected to endure over the course of centuries, is quite an undertaking and Crusader Kings III provides players with no shortage of concerns to worry about in a bid to keep their kingdom prosperous. You could find yourself murdered by a disowned son or daughter that in disposing you, now allowing you to control their fate and chart an all-new course through history as a result. Essentially, the game ends when your dynasty does, so whether you’ve got an unbroken line of succession, or a hidden and forgotten bastard progeny exiled in some far flung country (cough), you can still keep on playing – which is a hugely refreshing state of affairs to say the least considering that other strategy games have far more rigid fail state criteria.Įven better still, your dynasty can carry on in a number of interesting ways all of which can provide monumental changes to the scenario. There are countless ways of securing and keeping your place in the history books.Quite unlike other tactical fare, losing a battle, a war or even your kingdom in its entirety is not ‘game over’ in Crusader Kings III. The paths to follow are limitless: experience thousands of dynamic events and life-altering decisions tailored to each and every conceivable situation and character.Bring novel innovations to your culture and construct mighty castles and bastions to increase the wealth, prestige, and security of your realm.Be a pious king to invite the religious powers to your side, or design your own faith as you battle between everlasting fame or eternal damnation.Raid and plunder nearby lands or hire mercenaries and Holy Orders for your major conflicts. Manage your battlefield tactics and armies. Assemble men-at-arms units and powerful knights. Or be inspired by the bard and ballad, and seduce your way to power and influence. Recruit agents and other unsavory elements to undermine, blackmail, or murder those who stand in your path. The shadows stir frequently, and danger lurks around every darkened corner.Be wary of rivals, from restless serfs to revengeful concubines. ![]() Govern an ever-evolving realm and grant titles to whom you see fit - or usurp your liege to claim their crown as your own.Customize your ruler and noble house, from appearance to attributes, and create a monarch worthy of all their inherited virtues and vices. ![]() If found wanting, marry them off or despatch them through other means.
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