Europa Universalis II vs Rise of Nations: Extended Edition

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Europa Universalis II vs Rise of Nations: Extended Edition — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Europa Universalis II Paradox Interactive Rise of Nations: Extended Edition Microsoft Studios
Overview
Release Date December 10, 2001 June 12, 2014
Availability Released Released
Age Rating Everyone
Developer Paradox Development Studio Big Huge Games
Publisher Paradox Interactive Microsoft Studios
Official Site http://www.riseofnations.com
Gameplay
Genre Strategy Strategy, Simulation
Game Modes Single-player, Multiplayer Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op
Average Playtime 1 hours 5 hours
Perspective Isometric
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC PC
Available On GOG Steam, 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. OS: Windows Vista, 7, 8.1+ Processor: 1.6 Memory: 1 GB RAM Graphics: Direct X 10+ Capable GPU DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 3 GB available space Sound Card: Direct X Compatible Sound Card Additional Notes: GPU at least (Integrated HD 3000, 8600GT, etc)
Recommended Requirements OS: Windows 7, 8.1+ Processor: 2.6 Ghz Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Direct X 11+ DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 5 GB available space Additional Notes: GeForce 9800GTX, Radeon 4850+
Critic & Community Scores
Community Rating 2.6 / 5 (32 ratings) 4.1 / 5 (180 ratings)
Metacritic 89 / 100