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Paradox Interactive business and news from across the web.- Stellaris: Nomads Next MonthParadox Interactive has announced that Stellaris: Nomads, the main expansion for its Season 10 Expansion Pass, will be released on June 15th. The expansion adds new content to the popular space strategy game.
- Crusader Kings III on Console Gets Major Expansion and Event PackParadox Interactive and Room 8 Group have released two new content packs for Crusader Kings III on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5: the major expansion Roads to Power and the event pack Wandering Nobles. Roads to Power introduces new government types inspired by the Byzantine Empire and allows players to start as landless adventurers, while Wandering Nobles adds new travel-themed events and lifestyles.
- Sunday InterviewsStellaris is celebrating its 10th anniversary with continued DLC support, a testament to its enduring popularity. Designer Bennett Foddy expresses his admiration for 'friendslop' games and has uninstalled Baldur's Gate 3.
Stellaris is 10 years old and still getting DLC, which is impressiveParadox Interactive's grand strategy game Stellaris is celebrating its 10th anniversary, highlighting the success of its extensive DLC model and long-term development. Original game director Henrik Fåhraeus and former director Daniel Murray discuss the game's focus on exploration and player-driven narratives, acknowledging the challenges of maintaining such a complex title over a decade. They express optimism for Stellaris's continued lifespan, though the possibility of a sequel is also considered.
Stellaris is getting space nomads and scenarios for its 10th birthdayParadox Interactive announced Season 10 for Stellaris, which will introduce space nomads, allowing players to control species without a homeworld using mobile arkships. The update also includes the Willpower expansion focused on Ideologies and new scenarios like a king-of-the-hill PvP mode and a roguelike ship journey. Game director Stephen Murray discussed the technical challenges and design inspirations behind these new features.
Europa Universalis 5's latest patch notes took up 72 pages on a Google Doc so I think it might be a big oneParadox Tinto has released Europa Universalis 5's largest update yet, patch 1.2 'Echinades,' which spans 72 pages of patch notes. The update introduces significant content for the Balkans, overhauls the economy and religious systems, and improves military mechanics. Alongside the patch, the game's first DLC, focused on the Byzantine Empire, is also available.- FOUNDRY Free WeekendFOUNDRY, an Early Access factory automation game developed by Channel 3 and published by Paradox Interactive, is currently available for a free weekend on Steam for PC. The trial period runs until midday Monday, allowing players to experience the game before deciding on a purchase.
Europa Universalis 5's 'biggest update yet' expands the Balkans, overhauls the economy, and fixes more…Paradox Interactive has released the Encinades update for Europa Universalis 5, described as its biggest yet. This update significantly overhauls the game's economy, expands the Balkans region with new historical events and advances, and reworks the Orthodoxy system. The patch also includes over 2,000 bug fixes, addressing issues like The Wars of the Roses event and country liberation.
Nordic Game Awards 2026: Final Nominations RevealedThe Nordic Game Awards 2026 have revealed their nominations, celebrating games from the Nordic region. The awards ceremony will take place on May 28th at Slagthuset in Malmö, hosted by actor Magnus Bruun. Nominees span categories such as Best Game, Best Art, and Best Technology, highlighting the region's development talent.
"Your infidelity will no longer be broadcasted to everyone as it happens" declares Crusader Kings 3's latest patch, unless you made a baby at a certain timeParadox Interactive has released a new patch for Crusader Kings 3 that addresses an issue where infidelity could be publicly broadcasted within the game. The update, targeting problems from version 1.19, also fixes an exploit for unlimited renown in the Iberian Dominance ending and allows characters at their concubine limit to offer them to others.
Paradox Interactive announced as publisher for Transport Fever 3Paradox Interactive has been announced as the publisher for Urban Games' upcoming simulation title, Transport Fever 3, set to release later this year. While Paradox will handle publishing duties, Urban Games retains full rights to the series. The game will feature native support for Linux and macOS, along with an extensive modding program.- Urban Games partners with Paradox Interactive to publish Transport Fever 3Urban Games has partnered with Paradox Interactive, the company behind titles like Cities: Skylines, Stellaris, and Crusader Kings, to handle publishing duties for its upcoming simulation game, Transport Fever 3.
Transport Fever 3 will be published by Paradox InteractiveUrban Games has announced that Transport Fever 3 will be published by Paradox Interactive and is slated for release this year on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The partnership will allow Urban Games to enhance the game's development with additional support and expertise, while retaining full ownership of the intellectual property and creative direction.
Transport Fever 3 dev's new deal with Cities Skylines 2 publisher Paradox "will have nothing but positive effects"Urban Games, the developer of Transport Fever 3, has announced a publishing deal with Paradox Interactive, the publisher of Cities Skylines 2. The partnership, set to launch in 2026, aims to leverage Paradox's expertise while Urban Games retains full creative control over the IP. Despite concerns stemming from Cities Skylines 2's rocky launch and subsequent internal studio changes, both companies emphasize a shared player-first approach and commitment to the game's original vision.- Relive the Glories of Byzantium in Fate of the PhoenixParadox Interactive has released Fate of the Phoenix, the first immersion pack for Europa Universalis V, focusing on the Byzantine Empire. The DLC adds new content, including unique systems for bureaucracy, societal values like Latinitas vs Romanismos, and a new disaster to challenge players. It also includes more Orthodox content, Hellenism and Latin culture options, and new art and flavor events.
Paradox Interactive übernimmt das Publishing für Transport Fever 3 von Urban Games für 2026Paradox Interactive will publish Urban Games' upcoming title, Transport Fever 3, set for release in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game challenges players to build and manage vast transport empires across four distinct climate zones, featuring over 250 vehicles and a dynamically evolving world.
Transport Fever 3 to be published by Paradox InteractiveParadox Interactive will publish Urban Games' upcoming transport simulation title, Transport Fever 3, in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. The game will feature railways, roads, shipping, and air transport across diverse environments with over 250 authentic vehicles. Both companies expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting shared values and a player-centric approach.- Paradox Interactive to Publish Urban Games’ Transport Fever 3 in 2026Paradox Interactive will publish Urban Games' upcoming title, Transport Fever 3, set to release in 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game will feature deep transport empire management across four distinct environments with over 250 authentic vehicles. This partnership aims to leverage Paradox's expertise in management titles to enhance the game's development and reach.
- On SaleSeveral publisher sales are currently active on Steam, featuring discounts from Paradox Interactive and KOEI TECMO. Notable deals include 85% off Witch It and 60% off The Troop.
- Oaths & Ashes - a thrilling VN set in the deep, grim Vampire the Masquerade universe is announced!Revive The Spark and Paradox Interactive have announced "Vampire: The Masquerade - Oaths & Ashes," a narrative visual novel set in contemporary Berlin, scheduled for release in 2026. The game features two protagonists with contrasting abilities and choices that impact a political map of the city, drawing mechanics from Vampire: The Masquerade 5th Edition.