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Update 1.16.0.2
Hello everyone! We have another hotfix tackling some stability issues ahead of our more-substantial 1.16.1 Update (which will contain a variety of bugfixes and balance adjustments). Check the changelog below for specifi…
Update 1.16.0.1
Hello everyone! We're releasing a quick update today to address some issues reported to us since the release of 1.16.0 yesterday. We are currently working on a more substantial update to address more outstanding issues,…
Khans of the Steppe & Free 1.16.0 "Chamfron" Update - Available Now
Hello everyone! Today we're releasing our second Core Expansion and first piece of major content in Chapter IV: Khans of the Steppe. We're also releasing Update 1.16.0 "Chamfron" alongside this core expansion. Check out…
Dev Diary #170 - Changelog & Achievements
Hello everyone! Everyone at Studio Black is busy putting the finishing touches on Khans of the Steppe ahead of its release next week, so this week’s dev diary is going to be a relatively short one. Without any further c…
Dev Diary #169 - Echoes of the Steppe
Hello everyone! Today's dev diary is written by two separate authors, and covers the art and music of Khans of the Steppe. There's a good bit to cover, so let's dive right into it. Art & References Salve, Lucas Ribeiro…
Rollback for Update 1.15.0.1
Hello everyone. Earlier today we released Update 1.15.0.1, which introduced a user interface issue that wasn't caught during certification and approval of the update. Considering the severity of this issue, we have deci…
Dev Diary #167 - The Greatest of Them All
Өглөөний мэнд! Today we will be covering most of the nomadic flavor that we've introduced with this update, so without further ado… The Greatest of Khans Great are the plump princes in their southern fortresses, great a…
Dev Diary #166 - On the Move
Өглөөний мэнд! Today we'll be covering some of the extra mechanics that Nomads use. We’ve already talked about the main features in our first Khans of the Steppe Development Diary, so make sure you take a look at that o…
Dev Diary #165 - Tributaries & Confederations
Hello there! Welcome back to the first official dev diary for our Core Expansion this year, Khans of the Steppe. For those who did not see it, we first talked about the DLC back last month with Dev Diary #162 - Steppe b…
Crusader Kings III: Chapter IV
Hello everyone! I'm the Community Manager with Paradox Studio Black, and today we're excited to present to you the next stage in Crusader Kings III's development: Chapter IV. Today, we'll go over the themes of each piec…
Dev Diary #163 - Medieval Monuments & Arctic Attire
Hello everyone! We have an unusual dev diary today, in that it’s two dev diaries in one! PiGu, developer of Medieval Monuments, and Aj, developer of Arctic Attire both will give us a brief overview of the content they’r…
Save up to 70% in the Real-Time Strategy Fest!
Steam's Real-Time Strategy Fest is here, and Crusader Kings III is participating! During the sale, you can enjoy the following discounts on CKIII content: 70% off Crusader Kings III 50% off Royal Court, Fate of Iberia,…
Content Bundle Changes + Win Prizes in Our Updated Legends of CK Quiz!
End of an Era With Legends of the Dead, Roads to Power, and Wandering Nobles, we've had a captivating journey of new content, flavor, and mechanics released for Crusader Kings III in 2024. You've crafted your own legend…
Dev Diary #161 - 2024 in Review
Greetings! 2024 is coming to a close, and with it the conclusion of Chapter III and everything we’ve done this year - we’ve hit some big-ticket milestones, including one I’ve been dreaming of since I started working on…
Update 1.14.2.2
Hello everyone! We're releasing a small update today to tackle some localization issues reported to us since the introduction of Polish language support alongside the launch of Update 1.14.2. This update should be fully…
"West Slavic Attire" Content Creator Pack from El Tyranos - Available Nov 27th!
We are thrilled to announce the next Content Creator Pack coming to Crusader Kings III: West Slavic Attire, crafted by the talented Pierre "El Tyranos" Azuelos. West Slavic Attire will arrive on November 27th. Discover…
Update 1.14.0.2
Hello everyone! We're releasing a small hotfix today to address a bug with sieges. Please check the changelog below for the specifics! Update 1.14.0.2 Changelog Bugfixes Fixed an issue where siege occupations would la…
Wandering Nobles & Free 1.14.0 "Traverse" Update - Available Now!
Hello all! Today we are releasing the Event Pack, Wandering Nobles. Alongside this, we are also releasing Update 1.14.0 "Traverse". Check out the release trailer just below this text, and then the changelog a bit furthe…
Dev Diary #159 - Active Living
Hello there! Last week, we got a glimpse of what we are adding to the Wandering Nobles DLC. Today, we are back to discuss the new Wandering lifestyle and the new activities it unlocks in more depth. ► Discuss Dev Diary…
Update 1.13.2
Good day everyone! We're releasing an update today to tackle some balance, bugfixes and interface issues affecting Roads to Power and the associated 1.13x "Basileus" Update. Notable changes include the addition of a gam…
Dev Diary #158 - Wandering Nobles
Dev Diary #158 Wandering Nobles Hello there! It’s been a while since I wrote one of these, so I figured I could give a short presentation of myself. I’m Joachim, one of the two Design Leads on CK3, and I have been aroun…
Wandering Nobles - Available November 4
Hello Rulers! Today we are happy to announce the release date and final part of Chapter 3, Wandering Nobles! Building on the travel system introduced in Tours and Tournaments as a ruler, wander both your realm and beyon…
Update 1.13.1.2
Hello everyone! We're releasing a hotfix today to tackle a couple of issues reported since Update 1.13.1's release on Tuesday. Please check the changelog below. Update 1.13.1.2 Changelog Bugfixes Fixed an issue where…
Announcing the Crusader Kings III Merch Store
Hello Governors and Gallivanters! We are happy to announce that our Crusader Kings 3 merch is finally being replenished! Now you can show your love for map painting, vassal arresting, and child banishing to all. Who amo…
Update 1.13.0.4
Hello everyone! We're releasing a small update today to address some issues reported to us by the community. Notably, this update improves performance when rendering character portraits, as well as adding an easier way…
