Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 vs Europa Universalis II

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 vs Europa Universalis II — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Activison Europa Universalis II Paradox Interactive
Overview
Release Date November 10, 2009 December 10, 2001
Availability Released Released
Age Rating Mature Everyone
Developer Infinity Ward Paradox Development Studio
Publisher Activison Paradox Interactive
Official Site http://modernwarfare2.infinityward.com/
Gameplay
Genre Shooter Strategy
Game Modes Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op Single-player, Multiplayer
Perspective First-person
Average Playtime 22 hours 1 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh PC
Available On PlayStation Store, Steam, Xbox 360 Store, Xbox Store GOG
PC Requirements
Minimum Requirements OS: Microsoft Windows XP or Windows Vista (Windows 95/98/ME/2000 are unsupported) Processor: Intel Pentium 4 3.2 GHz or AMD Athlon 64 3200+ processor or better supported Memory: 1 GB RAM Graphics: 256 MB NVIDIA GeForce 6600GT or better or ATI Radeon 1600XT or better DirectX®: Microsoft DirectX(R) 9.0c Hard Drive: 12GB of free hard drive space Sound: 100% DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card Internet: Broadband connection and service required for Multiplayer Connectivity. Internet Connection required for activation. Co-op/Multiplayer Hosting: To host Co-op or MP matches, a 2Ghz dual-core or better processor is recommended. Windows XP / Vista/ 7 / 8 / 101.8 GHz Processor, 1 GB RAM,3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 9.0cMouse, Keyboard.
Critic & Community Scores
Metacritic 86 / 100
Community Rating 4.3 / 5 (2,085 ratings) 2.6 / 5 (32 ratings)

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 vs Europa Universalis II: which should you buy?

For a Filipino buyer, the choice between Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009) and Europa Universalis II (2001) depends entirely on your preferred genre and hardware. Modern Warfare 2 is a first-person shooter with a Metacritic score of 86/100 and a community rating of 4.3/5 from over 2,000 ratings. It offers single-player, multiplayer, and co-op modes, with an average playtime of 22 hours. It requires a broadband connection for multiplayer and a PC with at least a 3.2 GHz processor, 1 GB RAM, and a 256 MB graphics card. It is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Mac, and can be purchased on Steam, PlayStation Store, and Xbox stores. In contrast, Europa Universalis II is a strategy game rated Everyone, with a community rating of 2.6/5 from only 32 ratings. It has a very short average playtime of 1 hour and is only available on PC via GOG. Its minimum requirements are lower: a 1.8 GHz processor and 1 GB RAM. If you want a highly acclaimed, action-packed shooter with extensive multiplayer, choose Modern Warfare 2. If you prefer a historical strategy game with minimal time investment and lower system requirements, Europa Universalis II is an option, but its low ratings and limited content make it a less compelling choice.

Frequently asked questions

Which game has better ratings?

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has a Metacritic score of 86/100 and a community rating of 4.3/5 from 2,085 ratings, while Europa Universalis II has a community rating of 2.6/5 from only 32 ratings.

Which game is cheaper?

The data does not provide prices for either game, so a direct cost comparison cannot be made.

Which game has more content or longer playtime?

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has an average playtime of 22 hours and offers single-player, multiplayer, and co-op modes. Europa Universalis II has an average playtime of only 1 hour and offers single-player and multiplayer modes.

Which game has lower system requirements?

Europa Universalis II requires a 1.8 GHz processor and 1 GB RAM, while Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 requires a 3.2 GHz processor, 1 GB RAM, and a 256 MB graphics card, making Europa Universalis II easier to run on older PCs.