Crusader Kings III vs Imperator: Rome
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Crusader Kings III wins 10 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Imperator: Rome is $5.40 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Crusader Kings III | Imperator: Rome |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 77 | 59 |
| Quality | 92 | 68 |
| Value | 78 | 61 |
| Popularity | 46 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $13.24 | $7.84 |
| Steam Review Score | 90.5% positive | 65.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 17.0K | 321 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Crusader Kings III | Imperator: Rome |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 1, 2020 | April 25, 2019 |
| Developers | Paradox Development Studio | Paradox Development Studio |
| Publishers | Paradox Interactive | Paradox Interactive |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows® 10 Home 64 bit or Windows® 11 | Windows® 10 Home 64 bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-8400 | AMD Ryzen 5 1600X | Intel® iCore™ i5- 3570K or AMD® Ryzen™ 3 2200G |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 6 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 | AMD Radeon RX 480 | Intel Arc A580 | Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 660 or AMD® Radeon™ R9 380 |
| Storage (minimum) | 20 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Crusader Kings III or Imperator: Rome?
Crusader Kings III won the comparison against Imperator: Rome based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Crusader Kings III worth buying over Imperator: Rome?
Based on the metrics, Crusader Kings III won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Crusader Kings III currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 10:51 AM UTC