It transforms the subcontinent of India into a much more interesting region. With the specific caste systems and the trading overhaul, the area is much more alive for those who play as natives or those who play as foreign trade empires.

Dharma continues Paradox’s trend of iterating and improving the base game, but this expansion feels like it’s only for the most loyal of EU4 players. With changes and improvements to systems that feel a bit dense and additions that feel like content for content’s sake, it’s all starting to feel disappointingly stale. However, what’s present is polished and appears to be balanced well enough for this EU4 super fan. It’s just not a must-have expansion.