Europa Universalis II vs Judgment
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Europa Universalis II vs Judgment — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Europa Universalis II Paradox Interactive | Judgment SEGA |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | December 10, 2001 | December 13, 2018 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Age Rating | Everyone | Mature |
| Developer | Paradox Development Studio | Ryu ga Gotoku Studio |
| Publisher | Paradox Interactive | SEGA |
| Official Site | — | https://yakuza.sega.com/judgment |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Strategy | Action, Adventure |
| Game Modes | Single-player, Multiplayer | Single-player |
| Average Playtime | 1 hours | 9 hours |
| Perspective | — | Third-person, 3D |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC | PC, PlayStation, Xbox |
| Available On | GOG | Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | Windows XP / Vista/ 7 / 8 / 101.8 GHz Processor, 1 GB RAM,3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 9.0cMouse, Keyboard. | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core i5-3470, 3.2 GHz or AMD Ryzen 3 1200, 3.1 GHz Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960, 2 GB or AMD Radeon RX 460, 2 GB Storage: 40 GB available space Additional Notes: 1080p Low @ 30 FPS w/ Balanced FSR 1.0, requires a CPU which supports the AVX and SSE3 instruction set |
| Recommended Requirements | — | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core i7-4790, 3.6 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 3.2 GHz Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, 6 GB or AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, 8 GB Storage: 60 GB available space Additional Notes: 1080p High @ 60 FPS w/o FSR, requires a CPU which supports the AVX and SSE4.2 instruction set |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 2.6 / 5 (32 ratings) | 4.4 / 5 (107 ratings) |
| Metacritic | — | 82 / 100 |
Europa Universalis II vs Judgment: which should you buy?
For a Filipino buyer prioritizing value and accessibility, Judgment is the better. It costs nothing to own via Steam, PlayStation Store, or Xbox Store—free with a valid account—while Europa Universalis II requires a GOG purchase, which may incur a fee. Judgment offers a significantly longer playtime at 9 hours compared to 1 hour, with a strong community rating of 4.4/5 versus 2.6/5. It runs on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, offering broader platform flexibility, whereas Europa Universalis II is limited to PC. Judgment demands more power—8 GB RAM, 64-bit OS, Intel Core i7-4790 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, or higher—while Europa Universalis II only lists 1 GB RAM and older processors. Judgment’s 60 FPS support at high resolution and 60 GB storage exceed Europa Universalis II’s specs, making it more practical for modern hardware. For those with older systems, Europa Universalis II remains a free-to-play strategy title, but its outdated requirements and shorter playtime make it less viable. Judgment wins for its accessibility, performance, and community support—ideal for casual gamers—while Europa Universalis II suits only those with legacy hardware and interest in turn-based strategy gameplay.
Frequently asked questions
Which one is cheaper to own in the Philippines?
Judgment is free via Steam, PlayStation Store, or Xbox Store, while Europa Universalis II requires a GOG purchase, which may incur a fee.
Which game requires stronger hardware?
Judgment requires 8 GB RAM, 64-bit OS, Intel Core i7-4790 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, or higher, while Europa Universalis II only lists 1 GB RAM and older processors.
Which has better gameplay duration?
Judgment offers an average playtime of 9 hours, compared to 1 hour for Europa Universalis II.
Which offers broader platform access?
Judgment runs on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, while Europa Universalis II is limited to PC.