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Dev Diary #101: The CK3 Beta Program 👾

Howdy all,

The number #101 really set the expectations to be both the start of something new, as well as a continuation of a long standing tradition, right?
So that is exactly what this entry will be about - the renewal of the Crusader Kings III Beta program.

► Read our Dev Diary #101: The CK3 Beta Program

Our Beta program has been around since before the launch of the game. We have had people joining us in different periods over the years, and there are still people with us that have been around from the very start! Their feedback is not only super insightful and valuable, but has also helped shape the landscape of the game. These things can sometimes seem trivial, but can also sometimes be the difference between a successful piece of content and something that might otherwise have been well received in a different block of content. Their efforts truly are the backbone of the testing process as well as the voice of the people!

As part of the continuous development of the program, we have now decided it’s time again to open up for new applicants!

[h2]What does it mean to be a Beta tester?[/h2]

As a Beta tester you get access to content currently in development. The role is to play early versions, give feedback on experience playing with the new features and if you encounter any issues whilst playing. Since Crusader Kings is a Paradox game at its core, we have another layer in our beta program that is the Historical aspects of the game. Since we try to a large extent to be historically accurate, there is usually a lot of discussions and feedback on those areas of the game as well.

From the Devs side, we are a group of people that interact with the program continuously. Reading through feedback and thoughts, similarly how we monitor the forum and social channels, but with content not yet available to the public. We value the interaction and feedback from you guys a lot, and the Beta program is an important part of the Player / Developer interaction.

So, if you enjoy playing CK3 as much as we do, and perhaps have a niche knowledge that would benefit the group, such as a burning interest in the Kingdom of Ireland in 1101 or an extended knowledge of Medieval fashion choices in Iberia? Either way, if you think it sounds exciting to help us in the development process of upcoming content and love the Medieval period, we encourage you to send in your application to the program.

Please fill out the form HERE, and we will get back to you shortly!

Until then..

Tess & Troy

🛠️ [Update 1.6.0.1] CK3 — Live now

Hey everyone,

Update 1.6.0.1 is Live now!

► Read the Update 1.6.0.1.



We have released Update 1.6.0.1 for PC at 10am CEST this morning.

The latter aims to fix the recent CPU Support Issue for Fate of Iberia (AVX issue) that you have reported after the release of Flavor Pack 2.


Update 1.6.1 will be released in the coming weeks, where we’re tweaking some balance, fixing issues found by you in the community, and also adding in a few new goodies (Sneak Peak Here).

Remember to pop by the bug forums if you have a problem, so we can investigate and fix the issues you experience with CK3.


Some of the issues that will be fixed in 1.6.1:

  • Crashes when changing Amenities in Tribal Royal Court // At the moment the workaround is to change from Tribal to Feudal, we know it is not the best but we are working on it.
  • Northern Hairstyles are not available for Northern characters
  • King of Asturias starts with negative prestige in 867 bookmark
  • Achievement "History's best friends" is achieved upon seducing/romancing anyone
  • More improvements & bug fixes


We are also adding a new game rule for the Dissolution Faction in 1.6.1, along with tweaks to the feature to rebalance it. Again, thank you for your feedback!


Thanks for your time and patience,

Dev Diary #100: A Royal Journey 👑

Greetings!

Fate of Iberia was released just last week, and we hope you’re all enjoying shaping the peninsula according to your own ideas and ideals! Are you dominating it by force, or trying to reconcile the inhabitants’ differences? Have any of you encountered the elusive wandering monk yet?

Anyhow, we’re hard at work with the 1.6.1 update, where we’re tweaking some balance, fixing issues found by you in the community, and also adding in a few new goodies (more on that below). We’re also working on a fix for those of you who can’t start the game (the AVX issue), which will come out before the full 1.6.1 update. Remember to pop by the bug forums if you have a problem: it’s the best way to make sure we know about your game issues!

► Read our Dev Diary #100: A Royal Journey

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1303184/Crusader_Kings_III_Fate_of_Iberia/



With Fate of Iberia in your hands, we’ve now concluded the Royal Edition, and we’re overjoyed to see so many of you playing and enjoying the game. Please, keep sending us great feedback, we appreciate it a lot - your thoughts are very valuable to us!

We are now setting our eyes on the future. We have many plans, both big and small - I cannot go into detail as it’s too early yet, but rest assured that we have many exciting things coming up! We’re taking a long, hard look at what we’ve done and achieved since the release of CK3; we’re evaluating, adjusting, and setting a course that we’re sure will be to your liking!

Now, to round this Dev Diary off, we’d like to tease some new content coming along with the 1.6.1 update:

For owners of Fate of Iberia, we’re adding a few religiously-flavored events about Sephardic Jews, Conversos, the direction of mosques, and so on - with interesting choices on how to handle various situations. Here’s one example (don’t want to spoil them all!)



Outside of Hispania, but still in the vicinity, we’re doing a small update to the Canary Islands, who will, among other things, receive their own pagan faith and some monolithic ambitions.



We’re adjusting how feudalization works in the West African sphere, enabling rulers to transition out of the tribal government while retaining their native faiths without requiring them to reform those faiths. This is to better model methods of urbanization and centralization in West Africa, though they will also retain access to the old path too.


That's it for this time, cheers for now!

Crusader Kings III: Fate of Iberia is out along with a free update

One of the best strategy games around has grown with the Crusader Kings III: Fate of Iberia DLC now available, along with the usual Paradox free update for all players.

Read the full article here: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2022/05/crusader-kings-iii-fate-of-iberia-is-out-along-with-a-free-update

Crusader Kings III: Fate of Iberia, available now!

Crusader Kings III's Flavor Pack ‘Fate of Iberia’ & Free Update 1.6 ‘Castle’: available now!
⚡️ The ‘Struggle’, a new conflict mechanic
🏰 New Buildings, Artifacts, and Dynasties
📜 Iberian Cultures & Faiths
🌞 New Art & Music
👑 More Events & Customisation
⚔️ Free Update: Balancing, Clan Contracts, Dissolution Faction, Map Update, Shared Head of Faith...

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1303184/Crusader_Kings_III_Fate_of_Iberia/


The sun-kissed lands of Iberia await your glorious rule with Crusader Kings III: Fate of Iberia flavor pack. Deeply rich in history, culture and people, the peninsula’s medieval destiny is ready to be shaped by your majestic hand, be it clad in conciliatory velvet or as an iron fist.

The new major multi-stage Struggle feature lets you decide on the fate of a lively and complex region across realms and cultures. Be the one to unite Iberia under a single banner, or watch as conflict marks generations to come.



From the Christian kingdoms in their northern mountain strongholds to the sumptuous Muslim taifas of al-Andalus, immerse yourself in Crusader Kings III: Fate of Iberia with all its splendor and art. Breathe life into your Iberian adventure with new events, music, traditions, models, and style your ruler as a royal Castillian knight or dashing Umayyad emir.

The Fate of Iberia lies in your hands
“The Struggle” is an expansive new feature found in Crusader Kings III: Fate of Iberia, simulating multi-stage, large-scale conflicts across decades, or even centuries.



  • You tell the ever-evolving saga of Iberia with each decision you make. Appeasing or hostile, influence the constant turmoil on the peninsula to your liking during each phase of the Struggle.
  • Follow the path of history with a definite end goal in mind or play out a completely new fate for the region. Be the early founder of a Hispania steeped in blood, or bring together a multicultural caliphate in peace.


Embrace the uniqueness of Iberia
Step up and discover an Iberian peninsula brought fully to life, with new art, music, models, costumes and characters, events, and more.



  • A dazzling array of new thematic events, decisions, and cultural traditions unique to Iberia can be explored. All are historically accurate and meticulously researched.
  • Dress up your character as a true hidalgo or a Muslim prince, or choose your pick from well-groomed beards and curly hair, armor, clothes, new turban styles, or some of the tallest headgear medieval Europe has to offer!
  • A host of new 3D models and environments, including holdings, units and ships, can be encountered.
  • Not only are a series of new Iberian-inspired artifacts, heirlooms and treasures yours for the taking, Crusader Kings III: Royal Court owners are also able to display their full regalia in their personal court. A new throne, council weapons, treasures, and other themed customization options will enrich your courtroom even further!
  • Get carried away by the richly themed soundtrack, as you admire the stunning new art, from loading screens to icons and revamped user interface.