Europa Universalis V

Item: Europa Universalis V
Rating: 23
Author: VaporLens

Last updated: 2026-01-26

Summary

Engaging population and control systems
High replayability with unique mechanics
Nuanced diplomacy and political depth
Broken core mechanics at launch
Unbalanced warfare and expansion systems
Bug-ridden with poor AI behavior

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Frustration37%Disappointment25%Hope5%Satisfaction4%Anger3%

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1,465

64%

36%

339

77%

Sample precision
Helpful reviews: 68%
Unhelpful reviews: 32%
Protest reviews: 0%

23%
Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
77%
Helpful reviews with negative sentiment

Positive points: 600
Negative points: 1723
Gameplay points: 1272
Perf. points: 103
Rec. points: 190
Misc points: 5

Point	Description	Importance
Engaging population and control systems Description The population system, with individual traits and dynamic behaviors, and the control mechanic (spread via rivers, roads, ports) are highlighted as fun and complex. These systems add strategic depth and realism to gameplay. Importance 71%	The population system, with individual traits and dynamic behaviors, and the control mechanic (spread via rivers, roads, ports) are highlighted as fun and complex. These systems add strategic depth and realism to gameplay.	71%
High replayability and uniqueness Description Each campaign feels unique due to the game's depth and interconnected systems. Players appreciate the variety of playstyles and the potential for long-term engagement. Importance 69%	Each campaign feels unique due to the game's depth and interconnected systems. Players appreciate the variety of playstyles and the potential for long-term engagement.	69%
Nuanced diplomacy and politics Description Diplomacy is described as complex and nuanced, with systems for trust, reputation, and alliances. Political management, including reforms and assembly systems, is engaging and adds to the game's depth. Importance 68%	Diplomacy is described as complex and nuanced, with systems for trust, reputation, and alliances. Political management, including reforms and assembly systems, is engaging and adds to the game's depth.	68%
Automation and accessibility Description Automation features for routine operations (taxes, trade, construction) are well-received, especially for beginners. These systems allow gradual learning and reduce micromanagement. Importance 66%	Automation features for routine operations (taxes, trade, construction) are well-received, especially for beginners. These systems allow gradual learning and reduce micromanagement.	66%
Magnificent soundtrack Description The game's soundtrack is highlighted as excellent, adding to the immersive experience. Players enjoy the music, though some note it is short in length. Importance 6%	The game's soundtrack is highlighted as excellent, adding to the immersive experience. Players enjoy the music, though some note it is short in length.	6%
Potential for long-term growth Description The game is seen as having immense potential for future improvements, with a strong foundation for DLCs and expansions. Players are optimistic about its evolution. Importance 4%	The game is seen as having immense potential for future improvements, with a strong foundation for DLCs and expansions. Players are optimistic about its evolution.	4%
Active developer support Description The developers are praised for actively fixing bugs and listening to the community. Patches and mini-patches have addressed balance and performance issues, improving the overall experience. Importance 3%	The developers are praised for actively fixing bugs and listening to the community. Patches and mini-patches have addressed balance and performance issues, improving the overall experience.	3%
Multiplayer and Ironman stability Description Multiplayer is functional and stable, and Ironman mode is playable. These features enhance the game's accessibility and replayability for solo and group players. Importance 3%	Multiplayer is functional and stable, and Ironman mode is playable. These features enhance the game's accessibility and replayability for solo and group players.	3%
Removal of mana mechanics Description The removal of mana mechanics is widely appreciated, as it improves gameplay flow and realism. Players enjoy the more intuitive and interconnected systems that replace it. Importance 2%	The removal of mana mechanics is widely appreciated, as it improves gameplay flow and realism. Players enjoy the more intuitive and interconnected systems that replace it.	2%

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