4. Expeditions: Conquistador

Gameplay trailer that shows teases of the combat system.

Flawed, ambitious, and well rounded characters.

This is a story based, tactical based RPG that allows you to build your own adventure. It can be broken down into map exploration, it's turn based combat and team management. You get thoughtful dialogue with options that affect the story's events. Resource management and travel can become repetitive. Expedition's strong points lie in the characters and their development. It explores a historical moment with skill without downplaying the period's darker moments.

Take advantage of different tactics to undermine and defeat your enemies.

3. Europa Universalis IV

Gameplay trailer where exploration and how it affects your game is discussed.

See the world come to life on a 3D map.

Guide a nation through the centuries and historic moments as you make your mark. The world map is luscious and even has dynamic weather changes. A new trade system allows you to take control of the world's trade routes and fill your pockets with their riches. Make use of coalitions, royal marriages, and even support rebels if they serve your needs.

The freedom of customization allows you to mod to your hearts content with the Steam workshop. You decide how history will remember you.