Europa Universalis II vs The Fall

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

Specification Europa Universalis II Paradox Interactive The Fall Over The Moon, Over The Moon Games, Knight-HD
Overview
Release Date December 10, 2001 May 29, 2014
Availability Released Released
Age Rating Everyone
Developer Paradox Development Studio Over The Moon, Knight-HD
Publisher Paradox Interactive Over The Moon, Over The Moon Games, Knight-HD
Official Site http://www.overthemoongames.com
Gameplay
Genre Strategy Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie
Game Modes Single-player, Multiplayer Single-player
Average Playtime 1 hours 3 hours
Perspective 2D, 3D
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh, Linux, Nintendo
Available On GOG PlayStation Store, Steam, GOG, Nintendo eShop, Xbox Store, Epic Games 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 Memory: 16 GB RAM Storage: 15 GB available space
Recommended Requirements Memory: 16 GB RAM Storage: 15 GB available space
Critic & Community Scores
Community Rating 2.6 / 5 (32 ratings) 3.5 / 5 (127 ratings)
Metacritic 76 / 100

Europa Universalis II vs The Fall: which should you buy?

For a Filipino buyer seeking a balanced experience with strong community support and broader platform access, The Fall is the better choice despite its higher price point. While Europa Universalis II offers a deeper strategic experience at a significantly lower cost of 18 pesos on GOG, it requires a powerful PC setup including a 1.8 GHz processor and 1 GB RAM—resources many local users may not have. The Fall, priced similarly at 18 pesos across multiple platforms including Steam and PlayStation, runs on 16 GB RAM and 15 GB storage, making it more practical for modern systems. It supports PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh, Linux, and Nintendo—far exceeding Europa Universalis II’s PC-only availability. The Fall also has a stronger community rating at 3.5/5 compared to 2.6/5. For players who value accessibility, variety of devices, and slightly longer playtime (3 hours vs 1 hour), The Fall is ideal. Europa Universalis II remains a niche strategy title for those with robust hardware and a passion for historical simulation. Neither is cheaper, as both are priced at 18 pesos. Practicality, platform range, and community engagement tip the scale for The Fall.

Frequently asked questions

Which game costs less in Philippine pesos?

Both games cost 18 pesos.

Which game is more demanding on hardware?

Europa Universalis II requires a 1.8 GHz processor, 1 GB RAM, and a 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 9.0c. The Fall requires 16 GB RAM and 15 GB of available storage.

Can I play The Fall on a Nintendo console?

Yes, The Fall is available on Nintendo eShop for Nintendo platforms.

What is the average playtime for each game?

Europa Universalis II has an average playtime of 1 hours. The Fall has an average playtime of 3 hours.