In the Medieval world, it is not only those with swords and royal blood that control the fate of nations. Far more folk will meet a trader or direct a caravan than ever sit on a throne. Precious goods flow through markets around the world steered by the canny and the unscrupulous. Buy low, sell high, and use the profit to find a power all your own. Build your treasure in Silk & Silver, a new Major Expansion for Crusader Kings III.

Coming on 17 November on Steam for PC, Crusader Kings III: Silk & Silver is a Major Expansion to Paradox Interactive’s celebrated grand strategy role-playing game about the medieval world. In Silk & Silver, players can lead a merchant company from humble beginnings and carve out a trade empire that brings materials from around the world. Silk & Silver also opens up Republic governments, such as Venice or Genoa, for play, as patrician families compete for power and renown.

Crusader Kings III: Silk and Silver Official Announcement Trailer

Crusader Kings III: Silk & Silver includes:

• New Government Type: Merchant: Lead a landless merchant family at the head of a trading company, rising from obscurity to greatness and using your wealth to advance the fortunes of your dynasty.
• A Nose for Profit: Seek out profitable Trade Routes for over 40 trade goods, slowly expanding the reach of your trade empire as your merchant company grows in renown and wealth.
• Decide your Merchant’s path: Choose one of three specializations, each with their own bonuses and unique content; move considerable amounts of goods as a Caravaneer, loan money to rulers as a Creditor or create new artifacts as an Artisan.
• Specialize and Thrive: Gain experience in traded goods to unlock bonuses and increase your business acumen to grow your company’s reputation.
• Lobby for Power: Use money and intrigue to sway nobles and royalty, seeking patrons who can strengthen your trade empire.
• Market Lockdown: Leverage your political influence to gain exclusive rights to trade select goods in Markets, or push out the competition by claiming a complete Monopoly.
• Expand Your Mansion: Direct your trading company from your base of operations. Spend gold and prestige to improve its grounds, growing your business with additional trade routes and gain an edge over rival traders.
• And more!

Crusader Kings III: Silk & Silver will be available on 17 November 2026 for the suggested retail price of $29.99/￡25.99/€29.99. It is also available as a part of Chapter V for Crusader Kings III.