✓ Fits the real-time strategy games cluster, with real-time strategy, turn-based strategy and single-player focus
≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, sandbox freedom and sandbox world, while skipping competitive edge
Europa Universalis IV is a global strategy game developed by Paradox Interactive. It is the fifth game in the series, not counting the add-ons.
###Gameplay
The game can take place at any time starting from the late Middle Age to the Napolean Wars era.
Where it drifts furthest from Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance: setting and progression.
On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance.
Released 6 years after Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance.