Crusader Kings III Chapter III Comes to Console

STOCKHOLM - 10 November in the year of our Lord 2025 - Crusader Kings III for consoles takes another step forward with the announcement of Chapter III, a bundle of upcoming content that will present new challenges and adventures for your characters, as you rewrite the history of the medieval era through war, diplomacy, romance and intrigue.

Chapter III for Crusader Kings III on Xbox X|S and Playstattion 5 consoles is available for purchase today. This chapter includes two expansion packs, including a long-anticipated Byzantine-themed Major Expansion, as well as an event pack and a cosmetic clothing add-on, available now. The first release of the chapter, Legends of the Dead, will be available on 18 November.

Crusader Kings III: Chapter III includes:

Couture of the Capets: Unveil a world of opulence with Couture of the Capets. Available immediately upon purchase of Chapter III, this cosmetic pack introduces new fashions and styles inspired by French royal culture in the High Middle Ages (13th century).
Legends of the Dead: Turn yourself into a figure of legend in this Core Expansion, where great feats and effective propaganda can enhance the power of your bloodline through the centuries. Direct the course of your dynastic legend through Court Chroniclers, whether building a reputation for great buildings or legendary feasts. But beware of the growing threat from distant lands, as the Black Death builds a legendary legacy of its own.
Roads to Power: The majesty of the Byzantine Empire takes center stage in this Major Expansion. Rule from Constantinople through a new Administrative Government form and experience a variety of new Byzantine-themed events and flavor. Or, be truly daring and live a life where your noble reputation is not tied to the land, roaming the map as an adventurer for hire.
Wandering Nobles: Building on the travel system introduced with Tours & Tournaments, this event pack introduces a new Travel Lifestyle and new ways and reasons to travel - incidents and stories related to roaming far from the safety of your court.

Chapter III for Crusader Kings III can be purchased now at the relevant console storefronts.
The chapter opens next week with the release of Crusader Kings III: Legends of the Dead, where you can become the brightest star in the firmament by living a mythic life and encouraging the world to sing songs of your triumphs - maybe even passing this glory on to your descendants.

Coming on 18 November, Crusader Kings III: Legends of the Dead is a new core expansion for Crusader Kings III on Xbox X|S series and Playstation 5 consoles, and the first release in Chapter III of Crusader Kings III content for these platforms. This core expansion to Paradox’s award-winning medieval role-playing grand strategy game adds many new activities, events and features, including legendary actions and the dreaded Black Death, which reminds everyone of the fragile mortality of even the grandest monarchs.

Features of Crusader Kings III: Legends of the Dead include:

Legends: Commission an epic retelling of your family history or build your own heroic reputation through great deeds. Promote this legend, far and wide, and see how the stories of the past reverberate through the centuries, and more glory to legendary dynasties.
Legendary Playstyle: Leverage your living legend status through new Decisions and actions, keeping the stories of your family in the minds of a continent, strengthening the legitimacy of your rule and allowing further choices.
Legendary Buildings: Establish a reputation as a grand builder like the Pharaohs of old, constructing great churches and fortresses to impress future generations.
Legendary Feasts: Become known as the world’s greatest host, throwing the best parties with the most impressive entertainment, inspiring your guests to spread the tale of your legendary generosity.
Court Chroniclers: Hire an official historian to spread the story of your dynasty’s great accomplishments, or use your poets and musicians to turn your actions into art.
Heroic Legacy: A new dynastic bloodline for the heirs of legendary characters, even using the great deeds of ancestors to justify claims from the distant past.
Illness and Mourning: New diseases like the Bloody Flux, Measles and Holy Fire may ravage your court, but you can honor your deceased loved ones with dignified Funeral rites, according to your faith.
The Black Death: The greatest scourge of the Middle Ages strikes down noble and commoner alike, radically transforming the political and social environment. Prepare your realm and prepare your soul, because a rampaging plague may be the strongest enemy facing your rule.
New Art: Both life and death are given new energy with the celebrated art style that Crusader Kings III fans have come to appreciate. A new exclusive Map Table opens up new varieties of clothing, unit models and holding designs for extra flavor.

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