Europe is in turmoil. The lands are fragmented into petty fiefs, the emperor struggles with the Pope, and the Holy Father declares that all those who go to liberate the Holy Land will be freed of their sins. Now is the time for greatness. Increase your lands and fill your coffers, appoint vassals, battle traitors, introduce laws while interacting with hundreds of nobles, and create the most powerful dynasty of medieval Europe.

A beleaguered king will always have friends to support him. But beware, as your rule and realm may find trouble when a loyal vassal becomes a bitter rival. Stand ready, increase your prestige, and listen to the world whisper your name in awe. Do you have what it takes to become a Crusader King?

Crusader Kings II explores one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy. Medieval Europe is brought to life in this epic title rife with rich strategic and tactical depth.

Paradox Development Studio has begun offering a subscription service for one of its most iconic (and largest!) grand strategy games, Crusader Kings II.

Available via Steam for $4.99 per month, this subscription provides players with access to the entire library of downloadable content that has been added to CK2 since its launch in 2013.

The base game of Crusader Kings II is currently free on Steam. By subscribing, players will not need to purchase individual DLCs and will gain instant access to the following:

• 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

Main Features:

• Start a game in 1066 and forge 400 years of European history
• Take on the role of a Christian noble and carry them through the ages from Count to Emperor via the line of succession
• Gather Prestige for every successive character you play, furthering the glory of your dynasty
• Expand your feudal domain at the expense of your rivals
• Unravel the plots of your courtiers and vassals, each armed with their own agendas
• Re-enact the Crusades, defend against the Mongol onslaught, and form feudal nation-states
• Struggle with the Pope for control of the bishops
• Relive the Middle Ages with up to 32 other players in a competitive multiplayer mode