Cave Story+ vs Europa Universalis II
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Cave Story+ vs Europa Universalis II — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Cave Story+ Nicalis | Europa Universalis II Paradox Interactive |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | March 22, 2010 | December 10, 2001 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Developer | Nicalis, Studio Pixel | Paradox Development Studio |
| Publisher | Nicalis | Paradox Interactive |
| Official Site | http://www.nicalis.com | — |
| Age Rating | — | Everyone |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Indie, Platformer | Strategy |
| Game Modes | Single-player | Single-player, Multiplayer |
| Perspective | 2D | — |
| Average Playtime | 2 hours | 1 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC, Apple Macintosh, Linux, Nintendo | PC |
| Available On | GOG, Steam, Nintendo eShop, App Store, Epic Games Store | GOG |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | OS:Windows XP Processor:Intel Core Solo Memory:128 MB RAM Graphics:64MB RAM Hard Drive:200 MB HD space | Windows XP / Vista/ 7 / 8 / 101.8 GHz Processor, 1 GB RAM,3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 9.0cMouse, Keyboard. |
| Recommended Requirements | OS:Windows 7 Processor:Intel Core Duo 2.0 Ghz and above Memory:512 MB RAM Graphics:256MB RAM, non-integrated Hard Drive:200 MB HD space | — |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Metacritic | 83 / 100 | — |
| Community Rating | 4.0 / 5 (317 ratings) | 2.6 / 5 (32 ratings) |
Cave Story+ vs Europa Universalis II: which should you buy?
For a Filipino buyer looking for a budget-friendly, versatile indie experience that runs on basic hardware, Cave Story+ is the better choice. At 2 hours of playtime, it offers a concise adventure across PC, Apple Macintosh, Linux, and Nintendo platforms, with availability on GOG, Steam, Nintendo eShop, App Store, and Epic Games Store. The minimum requirements include Windows XP, Intel Core Solo, 128 MB RAM, and 64 MB graphics, while the recommended specs demand Windows 7, Intel Core Duo 2.0 Ghz and above, 512 MB RAM, 256 MB non-integrated graphics, and 200 MB HD space—making it accessible to older systems. In contrast, Europa Universalis II, a strategy title released in 2001, runs on PC only, with higher system requirements starting at Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10 and 1 GB RAM, though it offers longer playtime at 1 hour. Cave Story+ has a Metacritic score of 83 and a community rating of 4.0/5, while Europa Universalis II has a 2.6/5 rating with fewer ratings. Cave Story+ wins for price accessibility, cross-platform flexibility, and modern gameplay, whereas Europa Universalis II lacks accessibility and modern support. For daily use, portability, or casual play, Cave Story+ is superior. For serious strategy players with strong systems, Europa Universalis II may suffice, but Cave Story+ delivers more value across the board.