On 2025-10-29, Paradox launched 'All Under Heaven', an expansion for Crusader Kings 3 (CK3) that emphasizes Asia. This release coincides with Patch 1.18, also known as the 'Crane' update.
Expansion Details
'All Under Heaven' significantly enhances CK3 with a 30–40% increase in playable land, spotlighting regions like Japan, China, and Southeast Asia. The expansion introduces mandala governments, a 'god-king' mechanic, and unique new systems. Notably, the expansion has received an 85% positive rating on Steam.
Update Features
The Patch 1.18 'Crane' update enhances game mechanics, adding hegemonies, natural disasters, religious exile systems, and large-scale projects. It also expands the map with 2,721 new baronies, 41 cultures, 30 faiths, and over 20,000 historical characters.
Performance and Pricing
Paradox focused on quality assurance for the DLC to optimize performance. Most players report improved or stable performance, although some Linux users face issues. The DLC is available for $29.99/£24.99 and as part of a chapter bundle. The base game is discounted by 70% on Steam until 2025-11-06.
