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Virtual Programming recently released a new trailer for Europa Universalis III: Heir to the Throne, the third expansion for EU III. The game gives players the option to play as one of eight major European powers between the turbulent years of 1492 and 1550.

Requested by the fans, Heir to the Throne is the third expansion to the preeminent historical strategy game Europa Universalis III.

The expansion takes the hugely successful game beyond complete, with improvements across the board

Features:

• Intriguing Casus Belli system, where wars have specific aims from start to finish
  
• Monarchs now belong to dynasties, with far-reaching effects on the diplomatic model
  
• More involving and powerful Holy Roman Empire and Papacy options
  
• Special diplomatic options for Merchant Republics
  
• Set your National Focus in a province to enhance growth and strengthen your hold in the region
  
• Permanent Terra Incognita removed and replaced with impassable regions
  
• Cultural Tradition allows better advisors in the same way that Military - Tradition allows better generals and admirals

Requirements:

• OS X 10.5.8 or higher
  
• Intel CPU
  
• GeForce 7300, Radeon 7X1600 or newer (Intel GMA cards are not supported)
  
• 128Mb VRAM, 512 MB RAM
  
• 700Mb free disk space
  
• Europa Universalis 3 Complete (New Version)
  
• Broadband connection for Internet play and registration

Note: If you have an older version of EU3 Complete, please download the latest version (from where you originally made your purchase) and then migrate your old code at: http://www.vpltd.com/codemigrate

EU III: Heir To The Throne Trailer

Paradox Interactive

Virtual Programming

Europa Universalis III: Heir To The Throne

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