Europa Universalis II vs PAYDAY 2
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Europa Universalis II vs PAYDAY 2 — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Europa Universalis II Paradox Interactive | PAYDAY 2 505 Games, Starbreeze |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | December 10, 2001 | August 13, 2013 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Age Rating | Everyone | Adults Only |
| Developer | Paradox Development Studio | 505 Games, OVERKILL Software |
| Publisher | Paradox Interactive | 505 Games, Starbreeze |
| Official Site | — | http://www.crimenet.info |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Strategy | Action, Shooter |
| Game Modes | Single-player, Multiplayer | Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op |
| Average Playtime | 1 hours | 9 hours |
| Perspective | — | First-person |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC | PC, Xbox, Linux |
| Available On | GOG | Epic Games Store, PlayStation Store, Steam, Nintendo eShop, Xbox 360 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. | OS:Windows 7 Processor:2 GHz Intel Dual Core Processor Memory:4 GB RAM Graphics:Nvidia & AMD (512MB VRAM) DirectX®:9.0c Hard Drive:31 GB HD space Sound:DirectX 9.0c compatible |
| Recommended Requirements | — | OS:Windows 10 Processor:2.3 GHz Intel Quad Core Processor Memory:8 GB RAM Graphics:Nvidia & AMD (1GB VRAM) DirectX®:9.0c Hard Drive:45 GB HD space Sound:DirectX 9.0c compatible |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 2.6 / 5 (32 ratings) | 3.5 / 5 (2,244 ratings) |
| Metacritic | — | 79 / 100 |
Europa Universalis II vs PAYDAY 2: which should you buy?
For a Filipino buyer looking for a deep, strategic experience without breaking the bank, Europa Universalis II stands out despite its older release date. At 1.8 GHz minimum processor and 1 GB RAM, it is significantly more power-efficient than PAYDAY 2, which demands a 2 GHz Intel Dual Core and 4 GB RAM. PAYDAY 2 offers 9 hours of playtime, co-op support, and a Metacritic score of 79, but requires 31 GB of hard drive space and is only available on PC, Xbox, Linux, Steam, Epic, PlayStation, and Nintendo eShop—far more platforms than Europa Universalis II’s single PC availability. Europa Universalis II is cheaper, lighter on hardware, and suitable for casual or solo play, while PAYDAY 2 is better for group gaming, longer sessions, and those with stronger systems. The choice depends on whether you value accessibility and low system demands or intense multiplayer action and broader platform reach. Europa Universalis II wins for practicality and cost; PAYDAY 2 wins for features and depth.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I play Europa Universalis II?
Europa Universalis II is available on PC and GOG, but no other platforms are listed in the data.