Paradox acknowledges Europa Universalis V issues - game to be reworked

Last year, upon its release, the grand strategy game Europa Universalis V attracted a lot of attention. Peak online players exceeded 77 thousand, but interest quickly waned, and recently the peak has been around 8-10 thousand users – less than its predecessor EU IV.

Paradox Interactive monitors community feedback. Recently, the head of the Europa Universalis V development studio addressed players, emphasizing the importance of community feedback:

Johan presented the Europa Universalis V update roadmap and spoke about the planned changes.

In 1.2 Echinades, the economy will be updated – Urban Rights will be added: legal privileges that players can grant to settlements, shaping their economic specialization. The developer clarified that in case of conquest, most rights are revoked, so captured cities do not transfer their economic legacy “as a package.”

The game will feature a Trade Orders system: players will be able to set import or export directives, and artificial intelligence will automatically handle routes, finding the cheapest sources and best markets.

For the Holy Roman Empire, the parliament interface will be updated, and characters will gain health traits that will reflect their physical condition. For example, commanders may sustain serious injuries in battle.

Also, by the end of the year, updates 1.3 – 1.5 are planned for Europa Universalis V: diplomacy will be updated, for example, the ability to negotiate with rebels before the uprising begins will be added; an “ambition system” setting long-term goals for the country will be introduced; and religious mechanics will be rethought.