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{{Infobox game/row/developer|Paradox Development Studio}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Paradox Development Studio}} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Paradox Thalassic|DLC}} | ||
|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Paradox Interactive}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Paradox Interactive}} | ||
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|reception = | |reception = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|crusader-kings-iii|91}} | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|crusader-kings-iii|91}} | ||
| − | {{Infobox game/row/reception|OpenCritic|9593/crusader-kings-iii| | + | {{Infobox game/row/reception|OpenCritic|9593/crusader-kings-iii|90}} |
| − | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|crusader-kings-iii| | + | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|crusader-kings-iii|rating}} |
|taxonomy = | |taxonomy = | ||
| − | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase, DLC, Expansion pack, Subscription gaming service }} |
| − | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | cosmetic, finite spend, Time-limited, unlock }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
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{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Crusader Kings }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Crusader Kings }} | ||
|steam appid = 1158310 | |steam appid = 1158310 | ||
| − | |steam appid side = | + | |steam appid side = 1296730, 1296731, 1303182, 1303183, 1303184, 1359040, 2114760, 2311920, 2311930, 2313540, 2313541 |
|gogcom id = | |gogcom id = | ||
|gogcom id side = | |gogcom id side = | ||
|official site= https://www.crusaderkings.com/ | |official site= https://www.crusaderkings.com/ | ||
|hltb = 71763 | |hltb = 71763 | ||
| − | | | + | |lutris = crusader-kings-iii |
| + | |mobygames = 149534 | ||
|strategywiki = | |strategywiki = | ||
|wikipedia = Crusader Kings III | |wikipedia = Crusader Kings III | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| + | {{Introduction | ||
| + | |introduction = | ||
| + | |||
| + | |release history = | ||
| + | |||
| + | |current state = | ||
| + | }} | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
{{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/1158310/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/1158310/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | ||
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
| − | |||
{{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 4312-1 | Steam | {{store link|Gamesplanet|4312-2|Royal Edition}} also available. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 4312-1 | Steam | {{store link|Gamesplanet|4312-2|Royal Edition}} also available. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
{{Availability/row| GMG | crusader-kings-iii-pc | Steam | {{store link|GMG|crusader-kings-iii-royal-edition-pc|Royal Edition}} also available. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| GMG | crusader-kings-iii-pc | Steam | {{store link|GMG|crusader-kings-iii-royal-edition-pc|Royal Edition}} also available. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Humble | crusader-kings-iii | Steam | {{store link|Humble|crusader-kings-iii-royal-edition|Royal Edition}} also available. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| Humble | crusader-kings-iii | Steam | {{store link|Humble|crusader-kings-iii-royal-edition|Royal Edition}} also available. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
| − | {{Availability/row| Microsoft Store | 9n7gg222gtth | Microsoft Store | {{store feature|Xbox Game Pass}}. {{store link|Microsoft Store|9nfql2w796hf|Royal Edition}} also available. | | Windows }} | + | {{Availability/row| Microsoft Store | 9n7gg222gtth | Microsoft Store | Included in {{store feature|Xbox Game Pass}}. {{store link|Microsoft Store|9nfql2w796hf|Royal Edition}} also available. | | Windows }} |
{{Availability/row| Steam | 1158310 | Steam | {{store link|Steam-sub|452685|Royal Edition}} also available. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| Steam | 1158310 | Steam | {{store link|Steam-sub|452685|Royal Edition}} also available. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
| + | {{Availability/row| Publisher | https://www.paradoxplaza.com/crusader-kings-iii/CKCK03GSK0000001-MASTER.html | Unknown | Grants Steam version by linking accounts.<br/>Royal Edition also available. | Steam | Windows, OS X, Linux | unavailable }} | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | ==Monetization== | ||
| + | {{Monetization | ||
| + | |dlc = {{PAGENAME}} features cosmetic DLCs, and is expected to receive numerous further DLC over its lifetime. | ||
| + | |expansion pack = {{PAGENAME}} features 1 expansion pack, and is expected to receive many more over its lifetime. | ||
| + | |one-time game purchase = The game requires an upfront purchase to access. | ||
| + | |sponsored = | ||
| + | |subscription = | ||
| + | |subscription gaming service = Available via [[List of PC Game Pass games|Xbox Game Pass for PC]]. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | {{DLC| | ||
| + | {{DLC/row| Garments of the Holy Roman Empire | Launch bonus. | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
| + | {{DLC/row| Fashion of the Abbasid Court | Only available in Royal Edition or Season Pass | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
| + | {{DLC/row| Northern Lords Flavor Pack | Included with Season Pass and Royal Edition. | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
| + | {{DLC/row| Royal Court | Included with Season Pass and Royal Edition. | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
| + | {{DLC/row| Fate of Iberia | Included with Season Pass and Royal Edition. | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
| + | {{DLC/row| Friends & Foes | Steam only. | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
| + | {{DLC/row| Elegance of the Empire | Steam only. | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
| + | {{DLC/row| Tours & Tournaments | Steam only. | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
| + | {{DLC/row| Wards & Wardens | Coming July 31, 2023. | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
| + | {{DLC/row| Legacy of Persia | Coming soon. | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Microtransactions=== | ||
| + | {{Microtransactions | ||
| + | |cosmetic = Cosmetic-only DLC exists. | ||
| + | |finite spend = Maximum spend is limited by the fact that DLCs cannot be purchased repeatedly. | ||
| + | |time-limited = Certain DLCs are limited time only. | ||
| + | |unlock = Expansion packs add additional content which must be unlocked via real money purchases. | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Version differences=== | ||
| + | {{ii}} The '''Royal Edition''' includes three expansions, as well as the Fashion of the Abbasid Court DLC. | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
{{Game data/config|Windows|{{P|userprofile\Documents}}\Paradox Interactive\Crusader Kings III\}} | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{P|userprofile\Documents}}\Paradox Interactive\Crusader Kings III\}} | ||
| + | {{Game data/config|Microsoft Store|}} | ||
{{Game data/config|OS X|}} | {{Game data/config|OS X|}} | ||
| − | {{Game data/config|Linux| | + | {{Game data/config|Linux|{{p|linuxhome}}/.local/share/Paradox Interactive/Crusader Kings III}} |
}} | }} | ||
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{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
{{Game data/saves|Windows|{{P|userprofile\Documents}}\Paradox Interactive\Crusader Kings III\save games\}} | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{P|userprofile\Documents}}\Paradox Interactive\Crusader Kings III\save games\}} | ||
| + | {{Game data/saves|Microsoft Store|}} | ||
{{Game data/saves|OS X|}} | {{Game data/saves|OS X|}} | ||
| − | {{Game data/saves|Linux| | + | {{Game data/saves|Linux|{{p|linuxhome}}/.local/share/Paradox Interactive/Crusader Kings III/save games}} |
}} | }} | ||
===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
| − | |discord | + | |discord = |
| − | |discord notes | + | |discord notes = |
| − | |epic games | + | |epic games launcher = |
| − | |epic games | + | |epic games launcher notes = |
| − | |gog galaxy | + | |gog galaxy = |
| − | |gog galaxy notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
| − | |origin | + | |origin = |
| − | |origin notes | + | |origin notes = |
| − | |steam cloud | + | |steam cloud = true |
| − | |steam cloud notes | + | |steam cloud notes = |
| − | | | + | |ubisoft connect = |
| − | | | + | |ubisoft connect notes = |
| − | |xbox cloud | + | |xbox cloud = true |
| − | |xbox cloud notes | + | |xbox cloud notes = |
}} | }} | ||
| − | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
{{Image|CrusaderKings3_Graphics.png|Graphics and display settings}} | {{Image|CrusaderKings3_Graphics.png|Graphics and display settings}} | ||
{{Image|CrusaderKings3_General.png|General game settings}} | {{Image|CrusaderKings3_General.png|General game settings}} | ||
| − | {{Video | + | {{Video |
|wsgf link = | |wsgf link = | ||
|widescreen wsgf award = | |widescreen wsgf award = | ||
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|multimonitor notes = | |multimonitor notes = | ||
|ultrawidescreen = true | |ultrawidescreen = true | ||
| − | |ultrawidescreen notes = Main menu | + | |ultrawidescreen notes = Main menu and Royal Court's throne room are {{term|pillarboxed}} to 16:9.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Shadowstealer7|date=2020-09-02|comment=Tested at a 21:9 resolution of 2560x1080}}</ref> |
|4k ultra hd = true | |4k ultra hd = true | ||
|4k ultra hd notes = | |4k ultra hd notes = | ||
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|antialiasing = true | |antialiasing = true | ||
|antialiasing notes = [[MSAA]] 2x/4x/8x | |antialiasing notes = [[MSAA]] 2x/4x/8x | ||
| + | |upscaling = unknown | ||
| + | |upscaling tech = | ||
| + | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
|vsync notes = | |vsync notes = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | ==Input | + | ==Input== |
| − | {{Input | + | {{Input |
|key remap = false | |key remap = false | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
{{Image|CrusaderKings3_Audio.png|Audio settings}} | {{Image|CrusaderKings3_Audio.png|Audio settings}} | ||
| − | {{Audio | + | {{Audio |
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
|separate volume notes = Master, Music and Sound Effects (Ambient and Interface) | |separate volume notes = Master, Music and Sound Effects (Ambient and Interface) | ||
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|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = | |eax support = | ||
| − | |eax support notes = | + | |eax support notes = |
| + | |royalty free audio = unknown | ||
| + | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|lan play notes = | |lan play notes = | ||
|online play = true | |online play = true | ||
| − | |online play players = | + | |online play players = 32 |
| − | |online play modes = | + | |online play modes = Versus |
| − | |online play notes = | + | |online play notes = Supports crossplay between Steam and Microsoft Store. |
|asynchronous = | |asynchronous = | ||
|asynchronous notes = | |asynchronous notes = | ||
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|metal support = | |metal support = | ||
|metal support notes = | |metal support notes = | ||
| − | |vulkan versions = | + | |vulkan versions = 1.1 |
| − | |vulkan notes = | + | |vulkan notes = Added with 1.8.0 Robe update, default on Linux and MacOS. |
|dos modes = | |dos modes = | ||
|dos modes notes = | |dos modes notes = | ||
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|windows 32-bit exe = false | |windows 32-bit exe = false | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = true | |windows 64-bit exe = true | ||
| + | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
| − | |mac os x powerpc app = | + | |mac os x powerpc app = unknown |
| − | |macos intel 32-bit app = | + | |macos intel 32-bit app = false |
| − | |macos intel 64-bit app = unknown | + | |macos intel 64-bit app = true |
| + | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= false | |linux 32-bit executable= false | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= true | |linux 64-bit executable= true | ||
| + | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| + | ==Fixed Issues== | ||
| + | |||
| + | '''<big>Initializing Loop</big>''' | ||
| + | Delete the crusader kings 3 launcher aka paradox launcher, in appdata folder, then relaunch the game and it will create a new one and issue should be fixed. | ||
{{References}} | {{References}} | ||
Latest revision as of 18:14, 2 March 2024
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| Developers | |
|---|---|
| Paradox Development Studio | |
| DLC | Paradox Thalassic |
| Publishers | |
| Paradox Interactive | |
| Engines | |
| Clausewitz | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | September 1, 2020 |
| macOS (OS X) | September 1, 2020 |
| Linux | September 1, 2020 |
| Reception | |
| Metacritic | 91 |
| OpenCritic | 90 |
| Taxonomy | |
| Monetization | One-time game purchase, DLC, Expansion pack, Subscription gaming service |
| Microtransactions | Cosmetic, Finite spend, Time-limited, Unlock |
| Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
| Pacing | Real-time |
| Perspectives | Bird's-eye view |
| Controls | Direct control |
| Genres | RPG, Strategy, Simulation |
| Art styles | Realistic |
| Themes | Medieval |
| Series | Crusader Kings |
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| Crusader Kings | |
|---|---|
| Crusader Kings | 2004 |
| Crusader Kings II | 2012 |
| Crusader Kings III | 2020 |
Crusader Kings III is a singleplayer and multiplayer bird's-eye view RPG, strategy and simulation game in the Crusader Kings series.
General information
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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|
Royal Edition also available. | |
|
| Green Man Gaming | |
Royal Edition also available. | |
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| Humble Store | |
Royal Edition also available. | |
|
| Microsoft Store | |
Included in Xbox Game Pass for PC. Royal Edition also available. | |
|
| Steam | |
Royal Edition also available. | |
|
| Publisher website (unavailable) | |
Grants Steam version by linking accounts. Royal Edition also available. |
|
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Monetization
| Type | Notes |
|---|---|
| DLC | Crusader Kings III features cosmetic DLCs, and is expected to receive numerous further DLC over its lifetime. |
| Expansion pack | Crusader Kings III features 1 expansion pack, and is expected to receive many more over its lifetime. |
| One-time game purchase | The game requires an upfront purchase to access. |
| Subscription gaming service | Available via Xbox Game Pass for PC. |
DLC and expansion packs
| Name | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Garments of the Holy Roman Empire | Launch bonus. | |
| Fashion of the Abbasid Court | Only available in Royal Edition or Season Pass | |
| Northern Lords Flavor Pack | Included with Season Pass and Royal Edition. | |
| Royal Court | Included with Season Pass and Royal Edition. | |
| Fate of Iberia | Included with Season Pass and Royal Edition. | |
| Friends & Foes | Steam only. | |
| Elegance of the Empire | Steam only. | |
| Tours & Tournaments | Steam only. | |
| Wards & Wardens | Coming July 31, 2023. | |
| Legacy of Persia | Coming soon. | |
Microtransactions
| Type | Notes |
|---|---|
| Cosmetic | Cosmetic-only DLC exists. |
| Finite spend | Maximum spend is limited by the fact that DLCs cannot be purchased repeatedly. |
| Time-limited | Certain DLCs are limited time only. |
| Unlock | Expansion packs add additional content which must be unlocked via real money purchases. |
Version differences
- The Royal Edition includes three expansions, as well as the Fashion of the Abbasid Court DLC.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Paradox Interactive\Crusader Kings III\ |
| Microsoft Store | |
| macOS (OS X) | |
| Linux | $HOME/.local/share/Paradox Interactive/Crusader Kings III |
Save game data location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Paradox Interactive\Crusader Kings III\save games\ |
| Microsoft Store | |
| macOS (OS X) | |
| Linux | $HOME/.local/share/Paradox Interactive/Crusader Kings III/save games |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
| Steam Cloud | ||
| Xbox Cloud |
Video
Graphics and display settings
General game settings
| Graphics feature | State | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Widescreen resolution | |||
| Multi-monitor | |||
| Ultra-widescreen | Main menu and Royal Court's throne room are pillarboxed to 16:9.[1] | ||
| 4K Ultra HD | |||
| Field of view (FOV) | |||
| Windowed | Only when running in windowed at below native monitor resolution.[2] | ||
| Borderless fullscreen windowed | Only when running in windowed at native monitor resolution.[2] | ||
| Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
| Anti-aliasing (AA) | MSAA 2x/4x/8x | ||
| Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
| 60 FPS and 120+ FPS | [3] | ||
| High dynamic range display (HDR) | [4] | ||
Input
| Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remapping | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | |
| Mouse acceleration | ||
| Mouse sensitivity | ||
| Mouse input in menus | ||
| Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
| Controller | ||
| Controller support |
| Controller types |
|---|
Audio
Audio settings
| Audio feature | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Separate volume controls | Master, Music and Sound Effects (Ambient and Interface) | |
| Surround sound | ||
| Subtitles | ||
| Closed captions | ||
| Mute on focus lost | ||
| Royalty free audio |
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | ||||
| Simplified Chinese | ||||
| French | ||||
| German | ||||
| Korean | ||||
| Russian | ||||
| Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local play | ||||
| LAN play | ||||
| Online play | 32 | Versus Supports crossplay between Steam and Microsoft Store. |
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Other information
API
| Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Direct3D | 11 | |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | Added with 1.8.0 Robe update, default on Linux and MacOS. |
| Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | |||
| macOS (OS X) | |||
| Linux |
Middleware
| Middleware | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | FMOD |
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | 8.1 | 10 |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i3-2120 AMD FX-6350 |
Intel Core i5-4670K AMD Ryzen 5 2400G |
| System memory (RAM) | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 8 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 AMD Radeon HD 7870 AMD Radeon RX Vega 11 Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580 Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7 1 GB (Nvidia), 2 GB (AMD) of VRAM | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 AMD Radeon R9 390X 4 GB (Nvidia), 8 GB (AMD) of VRAM |
- A 64-bit operating system is required.
| macOS (OS X) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | 10.14 | |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i7-7820HQ | Intel Core i5-7600K |
| System memory (RAM) | 12 GB | 16 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 8 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | AMD Radeon Pro 560 4 GB of VRAM | AMD Radeon Pro 580 8 GB of VRAM |
- A 64-bit operating system is required.
| Linux | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | Ubuntu 18.04 | |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i3-2120 AMD FX-6350 |
Intel Core i5-4670K AMD Ryzen 5 2400G |
| System memory (RAM) | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 8 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 AMD Radeon HD 7870 AMD Radeon RX Vega 11 Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580 Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7 1 GB (Nvidia), 2 GB (AMD) of VRAM | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 AMD Radeon R9 390X 4 GB (Nvidia), 8 GB (AMD) of VRAM |
- A 64-bit operating system is required.
Fixed Issues
Initializing Loop Delete the crusader kings 3 launcher aka paradox launcher, in appdata folder, then relaunch the game and it will create a new one and issue should be fixed.
References
- ↑ Verified by User:Shadowstealer7 on 2020-09-02
- Tested at a 21:9 resolution of 2560x1080
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Verified by User:Shadowstealer7 on 2020-09-02
- Confirmed by running game in windowed mode and changing resolution settings.
- ↑ Verified by User:Aaronth07 on 2020-09-01
- tested at 144 FPS
- ↑ Verified by User:Aaronth07 on 2020-09-01
- tested by changing the SDR brightness slider with Windows HDR enabled, no option in-game