Take the reins of the state and guide it through nearly five centuries of history – from the late Middle Ages to the era of revolution. Europa Universalis V develops the iconic grand strategy formula, offering even deeper diplomacy, an advanced economic model, a redesigned military system, and extensive logistics. Choose from hundreds of societies and shape an alternate version of history, or try to recreate the great events of the past – from the Hundred Years' War and the Reformation, to the fall of dynasties and the birth of empires. Direct domestic politics and keep rival factions in check by distributing privileges and limiting the influence of those who grow too fast. Run a subtle diplomatic game: build alliances, pressure, ask for favors, and threaten enemies, remembering that in the world of great powers, there are no eternal friendships – there are only interests. Expand your borders by force or skillful politics with new military tools, from the age of conscription and mercenaries to complex doctrines, mighty fortresses, and a fleet led by outstanding commanders. Build the foundations of your economy by investing in infrastructure and trade. Dozens of goods and crops, deposits to be discovered and exchange routes are a gold mine for countries that can exploit it. Adapt the system and social values to the changing times: centralize power or share it with the nobility, practice religious tolerance or firmly exterminate heretics; Bet on massive armies or elite, highly trained troops. For the first time in the series, province populations are depicted in such detail – regions vary in culture and religion, and your decisions will directly affect the loyalty, stability, and development potential of your subjects. On the largest and most accurate map in the history of the series, you'll face off against logistics that reward planning, and each campaign will tell a different story of power, ambition, and survival. Key features: Hundreds of societies to guide through some 500 years of history – from the Yuán dynasty and Italian city-states to the clans of Japan and the Holy See. Deeper diplomacy: alliances of interests, favors, threats, and flexible arrangements in times of fragile peace. A new military and logistics system: conscription, mercenaries, strongholds, armies, and fleets led by talented commanders. Advanced economy and trade: infrastructure development, production of dozens of goods, and management of regional wealth. Detailed populations: provinces divided by religion and culture, decisions that affect mood, and performance. Flexible development of the state: social values, political system, religious policy and military doctrines adapted to the era. History and "what if": from the Reformation and succession wars to alternative paths – the colonial empires of England, the overseas expansion of China or the Mongols ruling in Russia. The largest, most detailed map in the series – strategic challenges for veterans and fresh opportunities for new players. Write your own chapter of history – will you chase away the greatest rulers of the epochs, or will you drown in the sea of other people's ambitions? Europa Universalis V gives the tools to build a state that chroniclers will write about for centuries.