Map of Europa Universalis IV showing the Middle East and East Asia. Religions are prominently marked.

Europa Universalis IV gameplay in East Asia. Map with trade routes, colored territories, and in-game UI.

A map from Europa Universalis IV showing the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa, with provinces and political borders.

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Europa Universalis IV is the fourth video game in the amazing, award-winning Europa Universalis franchise. Europa Universalis IV will give you a nation to lead, and you have to make it a feared, powerful force throughout the years so that you can achieve global power. Make your mark on history as you lead your people throughout the ages with complete freedom to do anything you want to. Explore the unknown lands, trade and amass treasure as you become a master trader, fight many wars to conquer land or protect your own, and become a diplomat and establish an empire without going into war. Europa Universalis IV allows you to truly build your nation in whatever way you want to, the player has complete freedom and almost limitless possibilities. The new system that has men and women at the top that directly affect the gameplay makes the game that much interesting, as it introduces some unique elements not seen much in strategy games. Meet various geniuses and important historical figures as you take part in thousands of interesting historical events. Europa Universalis IV has a beautiful topographical map that even has dynamic seasonal effects. The new trade system will allow you to take control of important trade routes and own the world with the immense amount of wealth that you amass. The diplomatic system got a whole lot deeper, as you can now use coalitions, support rebels, and even use royal marriages to make deals and become a cunning diplomat. Europa Universalis IV even allows you to play with your friends, up to 32 of them, as you all put your efforts together to handle a whole nation. Build your empire and expanded by trading, using diplomacy, or by waging war, Europa Universalis IV offers you tons of ways to play the game, each interesting and distinct in its own way.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

: How historically accurate is Europa Universalis IV?

The game strives for historical accuracy, incorporating real historical figures, events, and nations. However, it also allows for a degree of alternate history, letting you change the course of events.; Can I play as any nation?

Yes, you can play as nearly any nation that existed during the game's timeframe, each with unique national ideas, missions, and advantages.; What is the learning curve like?

The game has a steep learning curve due to its complex mechanics. However, there are many tutorials and resources available to help you learn the game.; What about warfare?

Warfare is a significant aspect. You'll raise armies, manage military technology, and engage in battles with other nations to expand your territory and achieve your goals.

Patch Notes

1.37.4 - 9/18/24 (Hotfix 1.37.4 is Now Live!)
1.37.3 - 9/10/24 (1.37.3 Patch is now LIVE!)
1.37.2 - 6/13/24 (1.37.2 Patch is now LIVE!)
1.37.1 - 5/16/24 (1.37.1 Patch is now LIVE!)
1.36 - 12/19/23 (Reflections on 1.36 & 2023)
1.36.2 - 12/12/23 (1.36.2 Patch is now LIVE!)
1.36.1 - 11/14/23 (1.36.1 Hotfix is now LIVE!)
1.35.6 - 7/5/23 (Patch 1.35.6 is Now Live!)
1.35.5 - 6/27/23 (1.35.5 Hotfix is now LIVE!)
1.35.4 - 6/20/23 (Patch 1.35.4 is now live!)
1.35.3 - 5/5/23 (Hotfix 1.35.3 is Now Live!)
1.35.2 - 5/4/23 (Patch 1.35.2 is Now Live!)
1.35.1 - 4/20/23 (1.35.1 Hotfix is now LIVE!)
1.34.5 - 11/23/22 (Europa Universalis patch 1.34.5 [minor])
1.34.3 - 9/22/22 (1.34.3 Sweden Patchnotes)
1.33.3 - 4/7/22 (1.33.3 France Hotfix now LIVE!)
1.32.2 - 11/30/21 (1.32.2 is now LIVE!)
1.32.1 - 11/15/21 (1.32.1 Songhai is now LIVE!)
1.31.5 - 7/8/21 (EU4: 1.31.5 Majapahit is now LIVE!)
1.31.4 - 6/3/21 (EU4: 1.31.4 Majapahit is now LIVE!)
1.31.3 - 5/12/21 (EU4: 1.31.3 Majapahit is now LIVE!)
1.31.2 - 5/3/21 (EU4: 1.31.2 Majapahit is now LIVE!)
1.31.1 - 4/28/21 (EU4: 1.31.1 Majapahit is now LIVE!)
1.30.4 - 2/17/21 (Game reverted to 1.30.4)
1.30.3 - 6/23/20 (Hotfix 1.30.3 is Now Live!)
1.29.6 - 4/23/20 (1.29.6 Released)
1.29.5 - 2/7/20 (Patch 1.29.5: Bugfixes)
1.29.4 - 1/21/20 (Patch 1.29.4: Experimentation)
1.29.3 - 12/9/19 (Patch 1.29.3: Small Bugfixes)
1.28.3 - 2/4/19 (Europa Universalis patch 1.28.3 Released!)
1.28.2 - 12/18/18 (EU4: 1.28.2 Hotfix Patch is now live!)
1.28.1 - 12/11/18 (Hotfix 1.28.1 is now live (Checksum 4648))
1.28 - 12/11/18 (1.28 Spain Update is now live [checksum f937])
1.25.1 - 4/9/18 (England 1.25.1 Hotfix patch is now LIVE!)
1.25 - 3/20/18 (1.25 England Update released [checksum 0fb2])
1.23.1 - 11/29/17 (Hotfix 1.23.1 is now Available! [checksum 1dc0])
1.22.1 - 6/20/17 (Hotfix 1.22.1 is now Live! [checksum 3d00] - Not for problem reports)
1.21.1 - 4/27/17 (Hotfix 1.21.1 is now Live!)
1.21 - 4/25/17 (1.21 Hungary Update is now live [checksum bbec])
1.20.1 - 4/11/17 (1.20.1 Hotfix released [Checksum 07f1])
1.20 - 4/6/17 (Update 1.20 Ming live now! [checksum 072a])
1.19 - 11/24/16 (The 1.19 Denmark Update is now live!)
1.18.3 - 10/14/16 (Hotfix Patch 1.18.3 released)
1.18.2 - 10/12/16 (Hotfix Patch 1.18.2 released)
1.18 - 10/10/16 (Patch 1.18 - The Prussia Patch - Changelog)
1.17.1 - 6/9/16 (Hotfix 1.17.1 Released now [checksum 6704])
v1.16.2 - 4/8/16 (Hotfix - v1.16.2 [checksum 3a8e])
1.16 - 4/4/16 (Europa Universalis IV - patch 1.16 - Patch Notes)
1.15 - 1/27/16 (Europa Universalis IV - Patch 1.15 is now live!)