

You can build a new colonial superpower, become a dictator, establish a total dictatorship, or create a prosperous, democratic trade empire. Every aspect of that time's society falls totally under the control of the player. The player also has the country's military under their control. Diplomacy, religion (with each religion having its own development system), trading, science, and exploring the new lands (such as the Americas, Africa, and Australia).

The player controls every aspect of life in his country. It is possible to choose any starting date from November 11th, 1444 to January 1st, 1821. The player can control any country there is in the game. The game can take place at any time starting from the late Middle Age to the Napolean Wars era. It is the fifth game in the series, not counting the add-ons. Europa Universalis IV is a global strategy game developed by Paradox Interactive.
