One of the best release states of any recent Paradox game, and even many of the older ones. They took their time to release this one and it shows; some areas of the game are lacking but that does not draw anything away from the solid foundations the game is built on. DLC and Expansions coming will hopefully flesh out those areas. The first expansion (Royal Court) looks to do just that and should make the game a must have purchase for Paradox fans who are holding back still.