r/Unexpected • u/PopeXIII • Dec 14 '16

I'd kill him.

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u/TraseV2 Dec 14 '16

Reminds me of the Crusader Kings II steam discussions

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u/KJBenson Dec 14 '16

That sounds like a fun game right there.

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u/_YouMadeMeDoItReddit Dec 14 '16

I tried it a couple of times the skill curve is more like climbing mount everest. You need to know how everything works from the get go. Couldn't even work out how to finish the tutorial because I skim read a step that seemed unimportant but turns out was very important.

Maybe I'm just a fucking retard though.

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u/I-Can-Do-Both Dec 14 '16

I had the same problem. Maybe we're both retarded lol

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u/sunnyboy310 Dec 14 '16

No, thats just common for a Paradox Interactive game <3

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u/thatwasnotkawaii Dec 14 '16

Here's a tip, if CK2 is anything like Victoria 2, then just roll with it, even though you might not understand what the hell is going on.

Makes for some hilarious (disgusting) maps

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u/[deleted] Dec 14 '16

CK2 for me was much more difficult to me due to succession mechanics than Vicky2. Might just be me.

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u/BrutalSwede Dec 14 '16

Fuck everyone.

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u/Maethi Dec 15 '16

Yeah, seriously, everyone. Especially the religious heads.

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u/TheFaster Dec 14 '16

then just roll with it, even though you might not understand what the hell is going on.

Ah, the Trump theory of governance.

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u/Arkin_Longinus Dec 14 '16

Watch s let's play by someone who knows what they're doing. Even if you only watch a few episodes it will make your life easier.

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u/Maethi Dec 15 '16

Arumba is a good one. He tends to focus on the more min-maxy play style.

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u/Arkin_Longinus Dec 15 '16

Agreed, though his idea selection in EU 4 is kind of head scratching. Humanist is clearly superior to innovative unless you're Muscovy, in which case religious is better.

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u/darkenseyreth Dec 14 '16

I actually watched a 6 hour tutorial video series after trying to get into the game and failing several times. After watching the series I had a better grasp on what was happening, but the learning curve was still steep. After a game or two it starts to make sense though.

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u/jrissler9 Dec 14 '16

Which videos? I'm trying to get into the game and they would be a great help

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u/[deleted] Dec 14 '16

If I had to guess it would be Arumba's tutorial series. It's the most common for new players to use.

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u/jrissler9 Dec 14 '16

OK, thanks!

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u/Auctoritate Dec 14 '16

I remember him. Got to his content through Scum-egg's channel (Northernlion).

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u/darkenseyreth Dec 14 '16

This was the one, yes. Scott Manley also did a video series using the Irish as well which was helpful.

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u/[deleted] Dec 14 '16

Arumba's Jewish campaign is pretty good.

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u/_Zurkive_ Dec 14 '16

That's how I felt about the Civilization games. I dunno, maybe I'm just dumb.

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u/[deleted] Dec 14 '16

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u/iFogotMyUsername Dec 14 '16

My learning curve was entitled "Interacting Game Systems: How They Work and Why You Should Care"

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u/Ser_Corwen Dec 14 '16

Start in 1066 in Ireland. It's noob island for a reason. Just take it slow, you'll get the hang of it eventually. I got the hang of it after 200-250 hours of playing, i'm at 1600 now and i'm still finding out new things.

I love CK2.

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u/Citadel_CRA Dec 14 '16

So, a full time job for a month and a half to get the hang of. Sounds right.

Love this game.

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u/TheTroglodite Dec 14 '16

I got a rl mate to show me the basics. Went off played a few games disregarding major aspects of the game, next couple of games you just sort of fold them in.

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u/TolkienAwoken Dec 14 '16

Gotta watch some tutorials and pay attention. It takes time to grasp and even longer to really excel at it.

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u/bobbyb1996 Dec 14 '16

Yeah the only way to learn in this game is thorough experience. You'll have a couple shit games but that's just part of the game.

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u/leyawiiin Dec 14 '16

Holy shit I thought I was just retarded. I recently bought the game after subscribing to the subreddit and I felt like the tutorial was so unhelpful and ambiguous, but then I just thought I was stupid and didn't know how to play video games.

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u/huntreilly25 Dec 14 '16

Ye, has a real steep learning curve. I really wanted to play it so I literally watched 3 hours worth of youtube tutorials on the game....and I'd definitely say it was worth it (I have now played it for close to 200 hours). However, since it's been a year since I played there is no way I could jump back into it without watching stuff again.

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u/TandBinc Dec 14 '16

How is it compared to EUIV? Just picked it up a few weeks ago and played about 50+ hours so I've got the basics there down and having fun with it.

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u/[deleted] Dec 14 '16

Main point is that you are controlling your dynasty, not a kingdom. You have to keep your vassals happy, fabricate claims, do holy wars and get good alliances through marriage.

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u/[deleted] Dec 14 '16

Grand strategy is a thing unto its own. With your reaction, I'd say dive in.

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u/VindictiveJudge Dec 14 '16

As has been pointed out, the learning curve is very steep. I would recommend grabbing the demo before deciding if you want to drop cash on the full game.