CK2 is a grand strategy game which deals in dynasties and people, not nations and governments, and it's all the more addictive as a result. You can play to win- maximise your stats, work the systems and never marry a hunchback. Or you can roleplay it- if your character is a cruel, craven drunkard with a penchant for impaling his enemies, don't shy away from executing your imprisoned brother or murdering the heir of France in a "tragic hunting accident"!

I have got more fun out of this than a dozen other games. I cannot recommend it enough.

CK2 is a grand strategy game which deals in dynasties and people, not nations and governments, and it's all the more addictive as a result. You can play to win- maximise your stats, work the systems and never marry a hunchback. Or you can roleplay it- if your character is a cruel, craven drunkard with a penchant for impaling his enemies, don't shy away from executing your imprisoned brother or murdering the heir of France in a "tragic hunting accident"! I have got more fun out of this than a dozen other games. I cannot recommend it enough.