Crusader Kings III Reviews

Crusader Kings III is ranked in the 99th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
T.J. Hafer
Top Critic
10 / 10.0
Aug 31, 2020

Crusader King 3 takes the throne as the new king of historical strategy by expanding on and deepening the best parts of what made its predecessor memorable and unique.

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VG247
Top Critic
Aug 31, 2020

All in, Crusader Kings 3 is my Game of the Year so far. If you’re looking for a new strategy title with some RPG flair that will suck you in for 500 hours or more during this endless lockdown, then it should be on your wishlist already.

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Aug 31, 2020

In my review-in-progress, I said if I were to score it now, I’d give it a 5/5. More than a month later, I’m ready to do so. This is the best Crusader Kings release yet — and it’s Paradox’s best game release ever.

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Aug 31, 2020

In summary, Crusader Kings 3 is so complex that even after hours of playing, you can still discover new features or uncover intricate systems you've not needed before. For those who want full control of a domain and dynasty, you won't be disappointed. Just be prepared to put a chunk of time into learning the ropes.

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5 / 5.0
Aug 31, 2020

Quote not yet availableUltimately, the only really large issue I can identify in Paradox’s latest game is that it’s the supreme emperor of the “one more turn” syndrome (even if it doesn’t really have turns). If there is one title that has the potential to absolutely trash your sleeping schedule, it’s Crusader Kings 3.

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10 / 10.0
Sep 8, 2020

The system of Crusader Kings III is as deep as its predecessor while the UI and the guidance are much improved for the novice. Although some glitches still exist, it's clear that Crusader Kings III is the best strategy game Paradox has ever made.

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10 / 10.0
Aug 31, 2020

Every detail of Crusader Kings III feels like the perfect evolution of the series.

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Aug 31, 2020

Crusader Kings III is all about the dynasty you’ve built, and the legacy you leave behind for a future of fame, fortune, and family in an ever-unfolding drama that’s brought unto you, or what you create for yourself. There’s a chasm-wide cast of characters to play as from real royal families from hundreds of countries, many of which you’ll want to see them through. Whether a new or returning player, hours will pass like minutes, and you’ll realize the game has a hook on you that you won’t want to remove. This is grand strategy at its finest, and Crusader Kings III is an immensely replayable, unscripted narrative masterpiece.

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10 / 10.0
Aug 31, 2020

For fans of RPG, simulation, strategy games and previous Crusader Kings titles, this is a must-have. I have already seen people crying over on Reddit on how much they want the game to drop already. Bonus for Crusader Kings 3 fans who have Xbox GamePass for PC that’s available on day one too. Now I did play the preview version and there were some tiny little niggles but not game breaking bugs, and which were confirmed on the Crusader Kings 3 discord are fixed when going live. With that in mind I’m going to award the Crusader Kings 3 the Platinum Thumb Culture Award!

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10 / 10.0
Mar 30, 2021

Crusader Kings III is offers a full-fledged grand strategy experience with tons of content, and gamers will be telling the compelling stories of their dynasties for years to come.

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99%
Sep 7, 2020

Crusader Kings III is an amazing grand strategy that's very rewarding for those who are willing to devote a lot of time to it.

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98 / 100
Sep 15, 2020

On top of being excellently executed, Crusader Kings III’s blend of RPG and strategy isn’t often encountered, adding yet another reason to why it’s one the best strategy game ever made.

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4.9 / 5.0
Sep 11, 2020

Notwithstanding, after hours with Crusader Kings 3, despise everything wind up finding out increasingly more about its frameworks as time passes.

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9.5 / 10.0
Aug 31, 2020

I might have mentioned that Crusader Kings 2 was one of my favorite games. All I really want out of a game - any game - is to lose myself in a good story. Crusader Kings gives me that, fresh, every time I sit down to play. Crusader Kings 3 is at the start of its own story - I'm estimating we're going to see around 300 DLCs for this beast before it's all said and done - and already through its clarity of interface and intelligent design decisions I can see years of amazing "OH MY GOD, you'll never guess what happened in CK3" moments clogging up Felix's email inbox as I continue on my own journey with this wonderful, wonderful game.

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10 / 10
Sep 7, 2020

Crusader Kings 3 is one of the best strategy titles in recent years, hands down. The gameplay is extremely deep and the relationship between the characters and some neat RPG elements really help the game shine. The game is not flawless though, as the game's UI may be too complicated for some players and there is a slight lack of content, but nevertheless it's a solid strategy experience that can entertain you for many, many hours.

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SECTOR.sk
Top Critic
9.5 / 10.0
Sep 18, 2020

Do not hesitate, enjoy the sequel to one of the most popular grand strategy from Paradox. Your Royal family awaits you.

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9.5 / 10.0
Oct 18, 2020

Crusader Kings 3 is a highly different and special experience among strategy games that on the one hand has peaked the formula used in previous versions and on the other hand, offers an experience incredibly unique and different using your creativity.

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9.5 / 10.0
Sep 20, 2020

An all-consuming epic, Crusader Kings 3 marries its grand strategy with more involving RPG elements to create one of the best games of 2020.

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9.5 / 10.0
Sep 25, 2020

Crusader Kings III is one of those special games, which have the power to captivate the player's attention to the point that makes you lose track of the time. Its mix of great strategy with RPG elements makes this an unmissable title for fans of history or lovers of good plots. By highlighting interpersonal relationships as much as other subsystems, Paradox Interactive offers a range of possibilities and events as complex and varied as the human mind itself.

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94 / 100
Aug 31, 2020

The stuff that made Crusader Kings 2 so enduring has been pushed to the front even more, while some of the bloat that accumulated over the better part of a decade has been chipped away. It's a very sensible sequel.

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