Europa Universalis II vs Planetary Annihilation
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Europa Universalis II vs Planetary Annihilation — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Europa Universalis II Paradox Interactive | Planetary Annihilation Uber Entertainment |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | December 10, 2001 | September 5, 2014 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Age Rating | Everyone | — |
| Developer | Paradox Development Studio | Uber Entertainment |
| Publisher | Paradox Interactive | Uber Entertainment |
| Official Site | — | http://www.planetaryannihilation.com |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Strategy | Strategy |
| Game Modes | Single-player, Multiplayer | Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op |
| Average Playtime | 1 hours | 7 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC | PC, Apple Macintosh, Linux |
| Available On | GOG | Steam |
| 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 Vista SP2 64-bit Processor:32 or 64-bit Dual Core or better Memory:4 GB RAM Memory:Integrated graphics with shared memory requires 6GB Graphics:Shader 3.0 / OpenGL 3.2 + Resolution:1280x720 DirectX®:9.0c Hard Drive:2 GB HD space Additional:Windows XP is NOT supported. The game will not run in XP. Offline Mode:To automatically use a local server, we require 8GB of RAM and 4 logical CPUs. Local server requires 64-bit. There is no 32-bit server. |
| Recommended Requirements | — | OS:Windows 7 64-bitProcessor:Quad Core Memory:8 GB RAM Graphics:Dedicated Graphics Chip (Not Integrated) / OpenGL 3.2+ DirectX®:9.0c Hard Drive:2 GB HD space Offline Mode:To automatically use a local server, we require 8GB of RAM and 4 logical CPUs. Local server requires 64-bit. There is no 32-bit server. |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 2.6 / 5 (32 ratings) | 2.9 / 5 (176 ratings) |
| Metacritic | — | 62 / 100 |
Europa Universalis II vs Planetary Annihilation: which should you buy?
Europa Universalis II has a longer playtime and more game modes making it suitable for those looking to invest time into strategy games. Planetary Annihilation is better suited for those seeking multiplayer options and higher performance requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Which game is cheaper?
The release date of Europa Universalis II (December 10, 2001) makes it more affordable compared to the newer release of Planetary Annihilation (September 5, 2014).
What are the minimum system requirements for each game?
Europa Universalis II requires a 1.8 GHz processor, 1 GB RAM, and a compatible 3D graphics card. Planetary Annihilations has higher requirements including a Quad Core processor and dedicated graphics chip with OpenGL 3.2+.
Which game is better for daily commuting?
Europa Universalis II offers more playtime (up to 1 hour) per session, making it potentially easier to fit into daily routines compared to Planetary Annihilation's average of up to 7 hours.
What are the community ratings and what do they indicate?
Europa Universalises II has a higher community rating of 2.6/5 with more reviews (32) than Planetary Annihilation's 2.9/5 with fewer reviews (176). This suggests Europa Universalis II is generally favored by players.