Hi all!

We have a small update we’d like to share with you about the subscription service for Crusader Kings II.

There are many players out there who are only discovering CKII now, through our subscription service, and we wanted to give you something extra as a thank you. CKII subscribers can now unlock:

• A set of never before released key art and made these available as wallpapers. Available after having been subscribed 45 days. The link to these wallpapers can be shared with anyone.
  
• A customised Spotify list with tracks from the various Crusader Kings II soundtracks. Available after having been subscribed 75 days. The link to this playlist can be shared with anyone.
  
• A 24 % discount on Age of Wonders III, which can be used at any time while the subscription is active.

As you can see, these rewards do not affect gameplay in any way, and are a small token of gratitude to those who have been active subscribers for a period of time. Two out of three rewards are not exclusive to the subscription, and are meant to be shared with anyone including non-subscribers.

Additionally, we have added a pop up to highlight content of the various DLC packages included in the subscription, which provides a suggestion of an interesting ruler to consider trying out.

Regardless of whether you are a long time Crusader Kings fan or a recent subscriber, we are grateful for your continued support!

To view or discuss on our forums check out the thread here[forum.paradoxplaza.com].

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1538960/Crusader_Kings_II__Expansion_Subscription/

Howdy all,

Sorry for the surprise information after not hearing from us for a while, but we have some super cool stuff to tell you. We are glad to bring you the launch of a new subscription service to the Crusader Kings 2 Game experience!

Crusader Kings II is now available via subscription, giving users a convenient way to enjoy all of the medieval plotting and politicking that has made Crusader Kings a beloved game for strategists and role players alike. Subscribers will have automatic access to every piece of Crusader Kings II content with no other purchases necessary.

Things to look forward to in this Subscription Service:

• 13 major expansions, including the fierce Norse of The Old Gods, the eastern riches of Rajas of India and the scheming vassals of Conclave.
  
• 12 unit packs, including new army sprites for your medieval forces
  
• 14 music packs, including two heavy metal scores
  
• 10 portrait packs of clothing and faces for rulers around the world
  
• The Game Converter which lets you export your saved game to Europa Universalis IV.
  
• The Crusader Kings II Ruler Designer, so you can create your own starting monarch.
  
• and many more improvements to the core game experience.

The Crusader Kings II base game is currently available for free on the Steam store.
What does the subscription include?
The subscription will allow you to play Crusader Kings II with all of the available content included - expansion packs, portraits, clothing and music packs.

Why is this a subscription?
With so much additional content available, the cost for new Crusader Kings II players can seem prohibitive or intimidating. This is an affordable way for players to experience the entire Crusader Kings II catalog without having to weigh which items they would prefer to purchase.
This does not mean it is the only way to get DLC moving forward. The Subscription service is entirely optional and purchasing a single or multiple DLC packs without the Subscription is still an option.

I already have every Crusader Kings II thing. Will this affect me?
No. Nothing will change for people who already own any or all Crusader Kings II content.

What happens if I stop subscribing?
If you stop subscribing, you will lose access to any content you have not separately purchased or downloaded. (The Crusader Kings II base game is free.)

Will you be bringing subscriptions to other games?
Subscription plans are an option we are exploring for other Paradox titles.

To view or discuss on our forums check out the thread here[pdxint.at].

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1538960/Crusader_Kings_II__Expansion_Subscription/

Hello Kings & Queens!

We have published a patch addressing the launch issues for MAC users, on OSX Big Sur.
Crusader Kings II now handles Big Sur, so you can now dive again in-game with your preferred OS.

Thanks for playing CK2!

The realm rejoices as Paradox Interactive announces the launch of Crusader Kings III, the latest entry in the publisher’s grand strategy role-playing game franchise. Advisors may now jockey for positions of influence and adversaries should save their schemes for another day, because on this day Crusader Kings III can be purchased for a suggested retail price of $49.99/ £41.99/ €49.99 on Steam!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1158310/Crusader_Kings_III/

Crusader Kings III is the newest entry in the fabled grand strategy franchise. Guide a royal house through history, governing land, culture, religion, military operations and more in this game of medieval empire and bloodline management. Scheme from the shadows or march your armies openly to expand your borders. Utilize diplomacy and family, leveraging relationships and influence, to protect your lineage. For if a suitable heir you do not produce, your line, and your playthrough, ends.

A new trailer, telling the fate of a would-be conqueror, can be viewed here:

Crusader Kings III features:

• A Tale of Lords and Lineage: Every character has their own unique history and personality traits which are reflected in their portraits and the decisions they make. Events and options in the game are largely determined by the type of lord you play as, and the personalities of others must be plied in the right ways to achieve your goals.
  
• Wide and Varied Lands: With a map ranging from Europe to Africa, Asia, and the Indian subcontinent, you can assume the role of a noble house from nearly any culture. From the Vikings of Scandinavia to the tribes of Africa and the hordes of the Asian Steppe, this is your medieval sandbox.
  
• A Truly Noble Life: Enjoy a rich tapestry of courtly medieval life - court spouses, hire counselors, and raise armies. Entertain wandering guests, cultivate the ideal heir to cement your line, and send your more troublesome offspring off to foster elsewhere. Set spymasters to scheming and pit neighboring houses against one another.
  
• Lineage Management: The spawn of your royal union are both the future of your house and a resource for cementing greater power. Use them to forge alliances in far off lands and press claims on sought-after realms, spreading your influence to the corners of the known world.
  
• Disputes Solved by the Sword: When diplomacy has run its course take what should be yours by rallying your vassals calling your men-at-arms. Crushing rebellions and laying siege to enemy castles can prove a quick path to honor. But remember that true strategy requires cunning...
  
• Statecraft From The Shadows: Sometimes a scheme, the most subtle of diplomacy, is the most effective - a knife in the dark, a secret to be leveraged, a spouse seduced...
  
• Saints and Sinners: Set the religious course of your kingdom, whether that be keeping the faith or embracing a heresy to better align with your goals. If all else fails, start your own religion!
  
• And More Medieval Menagerie: Holy Orders, crusades, peasant revolts, mercenaries for hire, northmen raiders, customizable rule sets and a beautiful new map to wage your campaign upon!

Join us today, 1st of September at 17:30 CEST, on Twitch for the Release Stream of Crusader Kings III!

► Twitch - Paradox Interactive[www.twitch.tv]

Welcome to our August Update in which we discuss the development of Crusader Kings 3.
In this last Monthly Update before release, we discuss Performance & AI, Modding, Legacies and Achievements! 🩸

Don't forget to join our Official Discord[discord.gg] to discuss the game with fans and devs.

Want to deep dive in our developer diaries from August?
Here are a few links!

• Dev Diary #36: Performance & AI[forum.paradoxplaza.com]
  
• Dev Diary #37: Modding[forum.paradoxplaza.com]
  
• Dev Diary #38: Legacies[forum.paradoxplaza.com]
  
• Dev Diary #39: Achievements[forum.paradoxplaza.com]

An all new ruler joins the Monarch's Journey!
Stefan the First-Crowned will be available to play in CK2 on Aug. 22 at 13:00 CEST!

Crusader Kings 2 - Free to Play[pdxint.at]

As a reminder: the Monarch’s Journey is a new way of exploring the world of Crusader Kings and will help you earn cosmetic add-ons for Crusader Kings III through Ruler Challenges.

The Ruler Challenges present you with a new realm with a specific objective to achieve. Whether you are a newcomer or a veteran The Monarch’s Journey is your chance to (re)learn parts of the game, try new worlds and new ways of play in our infinite medieval sandbox!

An all new ruler joins the Monarch's Journey!
Grand Mayor Botstain of Gotland will be available to play in CK2 on Aug. 11 at 13:00 CEST!

Crusader Kings 2 - Free to Play[pdxint.at]

As a reminder: the Monarch’s Journey is a new way of exploring the world of Crusader Kings and will help you earn cosmetic add-ons for Crusader Kings III through Ruler Challenges.

The Ruler Challenges present you with a new realm with a specific objective to achieve. Whether you are a newcomer or a veteran The Monarch’s Journey is your chance to (re)learn parts of the game, try new worlds and new ways of play in our infinite medieval sandbox!

Read the final winners of our Stories competition!
Have a look at the first places! 👑

► GamesOnHardMode (Most Comical) told the story of Duke Morcar of York!
► Bianka B. (Most Dramatic) wrote "Matilda of Tuscany", an excellent AAR story!

🎭 Feast your eyes, click here![pdxint.at]