A New Immersion Pack for Victoria 3
Paradox Interactive has announced National Awakening, a new immersion pack for Victoria 3, releasing on 23 September 2025. This expansion dives deep into the nationalist movements that reshaped Central and Eastern Europe during the 19th century, focusing on the Habsburg Empire and its volatile neighbors.
Though the Napoleonic Age has ended, its revolutionary spirit lingers, stirring nationalist sentiment across the continent. The Habsburg Empire, ruled from Vienna, stands as one of Europe’s most diverse states. While German elites cling to power, a multitude of ethnic groups demand greater autonomy. At the same time, the weakening Ottoman Empire leaves a power vacuum in the Balkans, opening the door for new political movements.
National Awakening allows players to navigate these turbulent times. Set against the backdrop of the 1848 revolutions and the crumbling empires they threatened, this expansion adds rich new content centered on Austria, Hungary, the Balkans, and beyond.
Key features include:
– Austria: Face internal divisions and decide whether to modernize or cling to imperial authority
– Hungary: Seize independence and shape a new Eastern European power
– Serbia and Bulgaria: Lead nationalist struggles and dynastic rivalries
– Montenegro: Transition from theocracy to monarchy and expansion of influence
– Yugoslavia and Illyria: Forge alternative South Slavic federations
– The Great Eastern Crisis and Balkan Wars: Experience the collapse of Ottoman control through rebellions and alliances
Not only that, there will be new historical characters, art, events, and regional buildings that enhance immersion.
Victoria 3: National Awakening will be available for $9.99/£8.50/€9.99. Watch the announcement trailer below and prepare to reshape history.