Europa Universalis IV

Europa Universalis IV System Requirements

Published by Paradox Interactive


What we love

1. Main Features:Make your own decisionsNation building is completely flexible and the possibilities are endless.Use your Monarch PowerExperience the new system of monarch power where your choices are influenced by the caliber of the man or woman you have at the top and will direct the ebb and flow of gameplay.Experience history coming to lifeThe great personalities of the past are on hand to support you as you make your mark on thousands of historical events.Turn the world into your playgroundEnjoy hundreds of years of gameplay in a lush topographical map complete with dynamic seasonal effects.Experience the all new trade systemThe trade system adds a new dimension to the great trade empires of the period.

2. Gain control of vital trade routes and make the wealth of the world flow to your coffers.Bring out your negotiating skills in a deeper diplomatic systemUse coalitions, royal marriages and support for rebels and explore the possibilities of the new unilateral opinion system.Engage in Cross-platform MultiplayerBattle against your friends or try the co-operative multiplayer mode that allows several players to work together to control a single nation with up to 32 players.

3. Europa Universalis IV’s expansion content is now available via subscription letting you enjoy all of the expansions and add-ons that have been developed over the last eight years.

4. The empire building game Europa Universalis IV gives you control of a nation to guide through the years in order to create a dominant global empire.

5. Featuring improved chat and new matchmaking servers.Create your own history & customize your gameEuropa Universalis IV gives you the chance to customize and mod practically anything your heart may desire and uses Steam Workshop.

6. All new subscribers will gain immediate access to all additional content ever created for Europa Universalis IV, with no additional upfront cost.

7. If you already own the base game and some of the expansions or content packs, this subscription does not remove that ownership, but will open up all content that you have not purchased.

8. Subscribers must already own the Europa Universalis IV base game.

9. Subscription is handled in-game and can be accessed once you start up Europa Universalis IV.

10. Paradox Development Studio is back with the fourth installment of the award-winning Europa Universalis series.

11. True exploration, trade, warfare and diplomacy will be brought to life in this epic title rife with rich strategic and tactical depth.


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System Requirements and Specifications

Windows PC Requirements

Minimum:
  • OS: Windows® 8.1 64 bit
  • Processor: Intel® Core™ i3-2105 / AMD® FX 4300
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 460 / AMD® Radeon™ HD 5850
  • Video Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • DirectX®:9.0c
  • Hard Drive:6 GB HD space
  • Sound:Direct X- compatible soundcard
  • Other Requirements:Broadband Internet connection
  • Additional:Controller support: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. Internet Connection or LAN for multiplayer

Recommended:
  • OS: Windows® 10 Home 64 bit
  • Processor: Intel® Core™ i3 3240 / AMD® FX 8120
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 560 Ti
  • Video Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • DirectX®:9.0c
  • Hard Drive:6 GB HD space
  • Sound:Direct X-compatible soundcard
  • Other Requirements:Broadband Internet connection
  • Additional:Controller support: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. Internet Connection or LAN for multiplayer

Macintosh Requirements

Minimum:
  • OS:Mac OS Sierra 10.12 or better
  • Processor:Intel® Core 2 or equivalent
  • Memory:4 GB RAM
  • Graphics:ATI Radeon HD 6750 / NVIDIA GeForce 320 / NVIDIA GeForce 9600 or higher, 1024MB graphics memory required
  • Hard Drive:6 GB HD space
  • Other Requirements:Broadband Internet connection
  • Additional:GLSL 1.3, OpenGL 2.1. Controller support: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. Internet Connection or LAN for multiplayer

Recommended:
  • OS:Mac OS Sierra 10.12 or better
  • Processor:Intel® Core 2 or equivalent
  • Memory:8 GB RAM
  • Graphics:ATI Radeon HD 6750 / NVIDIA GeForce 320 / NVIDIA GeForce 9600 or higher, 1024MB graphics memory required
  • Hard Drive:6 GB HD space
  • Other Requirements:Broadband Internet connection
  • Additional:GLSL 1.3, OpenGL 2.1. Controller support: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. Internet Connection or LAN for multiplayer

Linux Requirements

Minimum:
  • OS:18.04 LTS (64 bit)
  • Processor: Intel® Core™ i3-2105 / AMD® FX 4300
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 460 / AMD® Radeon™ HD 5850
  • Video Memory: 1 GB RAMIDIA GeForce 9600 or higher, 1024MB graphics memory required
  • Hard Drive:6 GB HD space
  • Other Requirements:Broadband Internet connection
  • Additional:GLSL 1.3, OpenGL 2.1. Controller support: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. Internet Connection or LAN for multiplayer

Recommended:
  • OS:18.04 LTS (64 bit)
  • Processor: Intel® Core™ i3 3240 / AMD® FX 8120
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 560 Ti
  • Video Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Hard Drive:6 GB HD space
  • Other Requirements:Broadband Internet connection
  • Additional:GLSL 1.3, OpenGL 2.1. Controller support: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. Internet Connection or LAN for multiplayer

Can my PC Run Europa Universalis IV? How to check your PC Specifications


Find specs for all Windows versions:


    Windows 10 and Windows 11 specifications:
  • Step 1. Open Windows Explorer, locate "This PC".
  • Step 2. Right-click "This PC" icon and select the "Properties" option.

  • Windows 8 specifications:
  • Processor, memory and operating system: Click the Windows Start Button » Settings Tile » PC and Devices » PC Info.

  • Windows 7 specifications:
  • Step 1. Right-click the “Computer” icon to open the menu » Select the "Properties" option.


Troubleshooting: What to do if you run into problems

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