But it would be sensible to set the base game free at this point. Grab it now and you can't be sorry later? Hie thee to Steam. The way Paradox tweet it ' is currently free' would suggest no. The fact that it's set to 'Free To Play' on Steam rather than running Steam's usual method of timed trials with a countdown would suggest yes. Paradox are a little vague on whether this the game is free forever or just for PDXCON. Underneath the character-based dramas, tragedy and comedies that play out, there are superb and unusual military strategies to unpick, as well as the great and complex game of diplomacy and hierarchical struggle.' With all the attention that is (rightfully) spent on the storytelling and alternate histories, the cold hard mechanics of Crusader Kings are sometimes overlooked. 'It's also a wonderful grand strategy game. It's a particularly violent soap opera that's almost as much fun to watch and read about as it is to play with. Popes are overthrown, unwanted children vanish into the tower never to be seen again. 'Famous as an engine for stories, Crusader Kings II is the game that most closely resembles Game of Thrones or, for that matter, actual medieval history.

If you need more convincing to try a free game, here's us declaring it one of the best strategy games: Expansions are not included in the giveaway, unsurprisingly, though they are all half-price in a sale at the moment. It seems to be free forever? If you've not yet tried to form your own medieval dynasty and found yourself undone by intrigue, backstabbing, and your own damn foolishness, you're missing out. To start their annual fanfest PDXCON off with a bang (or at least an 'Ooh!'), Paradox are now offering Crusader Kings 2 for free.

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