The Revival of Byzantium in the new expansion Fate of the Phoenix for Europa Universalis V
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On May 6th, the first immersive pack for the latest grand strategy from Paradox Interactive, dedicated to the late Medieval and early Modern eras, Europa Universalis V, will be released. The expansion Fate of the Phoenix focuses on the Byzantine Empire and adds new historical content for the heirs of Rome: a unique disaster and a special atmosphere of the era that will allow you to create a new history for the fading power. The pack will be launched on May 6, 2026.

The lands of the Byzantine Empire, betrayed by former allies in the west and besieged by rising powers in the east, have shrunk to the size of its Greek and Thracian territories. Centuries of intrigue and invasions have led to the decline of Constantinople, but under your guidance, the heirs of the Caesars and followers of the Orthodox faith will be able to regain their former glory.

Key features of Europa Universalis V: Fate of the Phoenix:

  • Byzantine Bureaucracy: unique content for the new bureaucracy system designed for major powers. You can maintain the old orders in the hope of restoring the empire or take the risk of abandoning centuries-old ambitions in favor of a more modest state course.

  • Latinization and Romanization: unique civic value for the empire, a choice between reconciliation with Latin powers of the West and preserving Roman heritage.

  • Fall of the Empire: You will have to work to change the fate of the empire before it’s too late. Choose the right path, expand quickly, and implement reforms to stabilize the situation in the country.

  • More religious content:

    • Orthodox Christianity: you need to interact with the Ecumenical Patriarchs and restore the pentarchy to strengthen the Eastern church and spread Orthodoxy to Rome, overcoming the schism.

    • Hellenism: the revival of faith in the ancient pagan gods, seeking to win their favor through divination.

    • Latin Culture: a complete return to the old Roman traditions.

  • New content: new portraits, illustrations, city layouts, and military units of the Eastern Mediterranean inspired by Byzantine history.

  • And much more: new events, military units, character-related actions, themes, and more!

More details about the DLC can be found on the website and on Steam.