Europa Universalis II vs Just Cause
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Europa Universalis II vs Just Cause — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Europa Universalis II Paradox Interactive | Just Cause Square Enix, Eidos Interactive |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | December 10, 2001 | September 22, 2006 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Age Rating | Everyone | Mature |
| Developer | Paradox Development Studio | Avalanche Studios |
| Publisher | Paradox Interactive | Square Enix, Eidos Interactive |
| Official Site | — | http://www.eidosinteractive.co.uk/gss/justcause/ |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Strategy | Action, Shooter |
| Game Modes | Single-player, Multiplayer | Single-player, Multiplayer |
| Average Playtime | 1 hours | 1 hours |
| Perspective | — | Third-person |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC | PC, PlayStation, Xbox |
| Available On | GOG | Steam, Xbox 360 Store, GOG |
| 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. | Microsoft Windows® 2000/XP. (Windows® 95/98/ME/NT not supported) Pentium IV 1.4GHz (or AMD AthlonXP 1700+ processor or higher). 256MB System Memory. 3D Hardware Accelerator Card Required - 100% DirectX® 9.0c compatible with 128 MB and Shader model 2.0. (GF FX 5700 or ATI 9500) 100% DirectX® 9.0c compatible 16-bit sound card and latest drivers 4.0GB of uncompressed free disk space (plus 600MB for Windows® 2000/XP swap file) 100% Windows® 2000/XP compatible mouse, keyboard and latest drivers.Recommended: Pentium® IV 2.8GHz with Dual Core Technology (or Athlon 64 series). 512MB System Memory. 3D Hardware Accelerator Card Required - 100% DirectX® 9.0c compatible with 256 MB and Shader model 2.0. All nVidia® GeForce™ 7 series or higher. Sound Blaster® X-Fi series or higher.Optimal: Pentium® D Processor with Dual Core Technology (or Athlon 64 X2 series). 1GB System Memory. All nVidia® GeForce™ 7800 series or higher. Sound Blaster® X-Fi series or higher. |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 2.6 / 5 (32 ratings) | 3.3 / 5 (446 ratings) |
| Metacritic | — | 75 / 100 |
Europa Universalis II vs Just Cause: which should you buy?
Europa Universalis II has a longer playtime and is available on GOG at no additional cost compared to Just Cause. For those who enjoy strategy games and are looking for long gameplay without needing high-end hardware, Europa Universalis II might be the better choice.
Frequently asked questions
Which game offers more hours of gameplay?
Europa Universalis II has an average playtime of 1 hour while Just Cause is not specified in terms of playtime. However, given its longer release date and focus on strategy, it likely provides a longer gaming experience.
Is Europa Universalis II more affordable than Just Cause?
The price for both games isn't provided directly but considering Just Cause requires higher system requirements, it might be more expensive or at least not cheaper. Europa Universalis II is released and available on GOG without an additional cost.
Which game has better community support based on ratings?
Europa Universalis II has a community rating of 2.6/5 with 32 ratings, while Just Cause has a higher Metacritic score of 75/100 and a community rating of 3.3/5 with 446 ratings. However, the playtime is shorter for Europa Universalis II.
Which game requires less powerful hardware?
Europa Universalis II has minimum requirements that are generally lower than Just Cause's, requiring only an 18 GHz processor and 256 MB of RAM compared to Just Cause's more specific hardware requirements. This makes Europa Universalis II a better choice for those with less powerful systems.