Europa Universalis III Complete vs Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Europa Universalis III Complete wins 7 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Europa Universalis III Complete is R$19.99 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Europa Universalis III Complete | Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 67 | 70 |
| Quality | 80 | 77 |
| Value | 74 | 72 |
| Popularity | 26 | 37 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 7.50 | R$ 27.49 |
| Steam Review Score | 80.2% positive | 95.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 45 | 3.2K |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Europa Universalis III Complete | Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 4, 2009 | November 15, 2006 |
| Developers | Paradox Development Studio | CREATIVE ASSEMBLY, Feral Interactive (Mac) |
| Publishers | Paradox Interactive | SEGA, Feral Interactive (Mac) |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Europa Universalis III Complete or Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition?
Europa Universalis III Complete won the comparison against Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition 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 Europa Universalis III Complete worth buying over Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition?
Based on the metrics, Europa Universalis III Complete 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. Europa Universalis III Complete currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:13 PM UTC