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Every game’s an RPG these days. Titles as diverse as tactical shooters, fighting games, and CCGs are unified by touchstones like levelling and loot. Yet, it’s rare that we’re actually invited to play a role.

Despite its dry interface, Crusader Kings II is one of the best role-playing experiences in gaming, inviting you to fully embody a medieval ruler. Its sequel is doubling down, investing its simulation with even more avenues to discover and express not just your character’s personality, but their entire dynasty.

ROBIN VALENTINE Specialist in Medieval succession laws Twit ter @robinlvalentine This month Ruled the magazine with an iron fist.

“INVITING YOU TO FULLY EMBODY

THE LIFE OF A MEDIEVAL RULER”

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