Stellaris and Crusader Kings 3 Dev Paradox Teases it's Next Big Grand Strategy Game — And Fans Think They've Worked Out What It Is

Paradox Interactive, the developer behind popular titles like Stellaris and Crusader Kings 3, is gearing up to unveil a highly anticipated new project. Described as "ambitious," this upcoming game has been teased as the next major title in the strategy genre, promising to continue Paradox's legacy of immersive strategy games that span from the Roman Empire to the far reaches of space.

The game, currently known by its codename "Caesar," has been the subject of numerous discussions on Paradox's forums through a series of developer diaries called "Tinto Talks." These diaries have focused on gathering community feedback regarding feature ideas, key game systems, and historical research. Now, Paradox is ready to lift the veil on Project Caesar and share it with the world.

Recent Tinto Talks, named after the Barcelona-based Studio Tinto developing the game, delved into the mechanics of Protestant religions and the "War of Religions," hinting at a deep and intricate gameplay experience. The upcoming announcement video, set to premiere on the official Europa Universalis YouTube channel, has sparked speculation among fans that Project Caesar might be a new entry in the Europa Universalis series.

While the developer diaries have not explicitly mentioned "EU5," many clues suggest a strong connection to the Europa Universalis franchise. Fans on platforms like Reddit have been piecing together the hints, with some stating that the project has been an "open secret" for over a year thanks to the detailed discussions on Paradox's forums.

To uncover the truth behind the rumors and see what Paradox has in store, mark your calendars for May 8, 2025. The announcement video will go live at 9am PDT (12pm EDT, 5pm UK time), promising to usher in "a new era for grand strategy."

IGN's review of the last Europa Universalis game, Europa Universalis IV, praised its blend of accessibility and complexity, awarding it an impressive 8.9/10. As anticipation builds, fans are eager to see how Paradox will evolve the series with this new ambitious project.