Fallout meets Crusader Kings as Paradox accidentally leaks its next grand strategy game ahead of Gamescom reveal
Afterworld sounds like a fascinating new direction for the strategy titan
Crusader Kings is Paradox Interactive's flagship grand strategy game, originally released in 2004, where players navigate medieval dynastic politics across sprawling maps and centuries of gameplay. The series has since become synonymous with deep, systems-driven strategy gaming, spawning multiple sequels and expansions that refine its blend of personal storytelling and large-scale empire management.
Recent news suggests Paradox has been working on a new grand strategy title, tentatively titled Afterworld, which reportedly combines post-apocalyptic themes with the studio's signature strategy framework - a notable departure from the historical settings that have defined the franchise. Details remain limited ahead of an official reveal, but early impressions indicate the project represents an experimental direction for the studio.
Afterworld sounds like a fascinating new direction for the strategy titan