With the new Family Designer feature, you have much more control over your initial family. Customise each character’sage and appearance, as well as your family’s size. Do you want to begin with a troop of children, or none at all? Youcan even start from an empty house, for an extra challenge.

Mould Your Children to Your NeedsWith new events surrounding your child’s upbringing, you can influence how they grow and develop. Determine theirpersonalities and the skills they learn. Or use them as political pawns to build trust with vassals and nearby rulers. New succession models have been added, giving players more options and control over who will rise to power within thedynasty. Wield the ability to disinherit family members and appoint new heirs wisely, to keep everyone in line. And whenyou’re tired of ruling, abdicate and let your heirs handle the mess.