On August 19, 2025, released after opening night live broadcast
Legendary Historical Strategy Games Will Come Newly Excerpted This Fall
Stockholm – August 19, 2025 – One of the most acclaimed series in PC strategy gaming history will usher in a complete reinvention this fall."European Storm V", the latest work of Paradox Interactive's flagship historical work, will be officially released on November 4, 2025.
Developed by Paradox Tinto Studio in Barcelona and directed by Paradox co-founder Johan Andersson himself, "European V" continues the series' consistent depth and quality, but also makes major breakthroughs in past works in terms of mechanisms.The new game further deviates from the foundation of tabletop games and uses the "population simulation" system, a mechanism that has been previously explored in other Paradox games.
The result is "European Storm V" - one of the most complex and profound strategy games on the market today.It can tell more realistic and delicate historical stories, based on in-depth research into the late medieval period: this is an era when knights and castles are about to leave, explorers and Renaissance are on the stage.
The main features of "European Storm V" include:
• A brand new "pop" system: regional population is reflected through units, distinguishing between cultural, religious and social classes.The population of a prosperous society will continue to grow, and plagues and wars will bring heavy blows to your national foundation.
• The earliest opening year of the series: the opening in 1337.Britain and France are about to break out in a Hundred Years of War, and the Yuan Dynasty in China is in prosperity, and the Black Death has not yet broken out.Players can guide a country through a 500-year history, written by your choice.
• The largest Paradox map ever: with more accurate Earth projection with smaller provincial units.This means a higher degree of restoration to the historical world and more diverse strategic choices.
• Deeper economic system: Each province can produce a variety of resources and commodities that can enter the production system, generate key materials for domestic use, or for regional and global trade.
• Extended scientific research system: unlock new technologies and new concepts in the three major fields of diplomacy, administration and military.Different research paths will bring new weapons, emerging industries and new dominance models.
• A meticulous government system: Assign tasks to cabinet advisers to simplify rule, promulgate new laws and national characteristics, and maintain balance among all factions by giving privileges.
• Brand new military system: The military originates directly from the population.The recruitment of corvee will stagnate business, while mercenaries can quickly replenish their forces.Gradually develop the standing army and organize formations on the battlefield to compete for territory and glory.
• More highlights: immersive historical events, diverse religions and political systems, more emphasis on the relationship between characters and dynasties, and major events that change the world pattern.
Pre-order rewards
If you pre-order "European Storm V", you will receive a "European Storm IV" soundtrack (MP3 format), which contains almost all the original music from expansion and immersion packages.(No Sabaton collection or works included.)
Release and price
"European V" will be launched on PC platform on November 4, 2025, with the standard version of the suggested retail price is $59.99/£49.99/€59.99.
The premium edition has an MSRP of $84.99/£70.99/€84.99, which includes two next Chronicle Packs and an Immersion Pack, as well as an instant look bonus.
