Paradox Interactive, the renowned developer behind Stellaris and Crusader Kings 3, is gearing up to unveil an "ambitious" new project next week. While the company has kept the details under wraps, it has hinted that this upcoming announcement will mark the next significant milestone in their 25-year legacy of crafting strategy games that span from the Roman Empire to the far reaches of space.
The eagerly awaited game, known only by its codename "Caesar," has been the subject of much discussion in the Paradox community. Through a series of "Tinto Talks" developer diaries on the studio's forum, fans have been engaged in shaping the game's features, systems, and historical accuracy. Now, the time has come to lift the veil on Project Caesar.
The most recent "Tinto Talks," named after the Barcelona-based Studio Tinto responsible for its development, delved into the mechanics of Protestant religions and the climactic "War of Religions" involving all Western Christian confessions. These insights were shared within the context of their "super-top-secret game" codenamed Project Caesar. Furthermore, the announcement video is set to premiere on the official Europa Universalis YouTube channel, fueling speculation that this mysterious title might be the next installment in that series.
Despite the lack of official confirmation, the gaming community is abuzz with theories, with many believing it to be closely linked to the Europa Universalis series. "Dev Diaries haven't called it EU5 but everything we have been teased thus far heavily implies it," noted one enthusiast on Reddit. Another fan hinted at the significance of the video's channel, saying, "There might've been clues along the way huh." The open secret has been discussed for over a year on the Paradox forums, as one user pointed out.
To uncover the truth behind the rumors, mark your calendars for Paradox's reveal video, scheduled to go live at 9am PDT (12pm EDT, 5pm UK time) on May 8, 2025. This event promises to usher in "a new era for grand strategy."
IGN's review of the last Europa Universalis game, Europa Universalis IV, was highly favorable, awarding it an 8.9/10 and praising its ability to "bring accessibility and flexibility to the strategy series without compromising its complexity."
