Victoria II

Victoria II is a grand strategy game set during the colonial era of the 19th century. You guide a country from the era of absolute monarchies through industrialisation, political reform, military conquest and colonisation, aiming to make it a great power by the dawn of the 20th century. The game’s period runs from 1835 to the onset of World War II.

Politics and population

The political simulation includes dozens of different forms of government. Your decisions have consequences around the world, and the population reacts according to its political awareness, social class and willingness to accept or revolt against its government.

Economy and technology

The economy covers more than 50 types of goods and various production factories, with cottage production representing pre-industrial economies. You can discover thousands of inventions through the technology system, and automate tasks such as trade and population promotion.

Great-power rivalry

More than 200 countries are playable. Great powers compete for control of the world through a system of spheres of influence, while Gunboat Diplomacy lets a fleet outside a port serve as leverage without negotiation. Historical and dynamic missions guide your country through events of the period.

Multiplayer and interface

Victoria II supports multiplayer and has an improved interface and graphics. Its streamlined interface is designed to make the game accessible.