Quote Originally Posted by Monk View Post
*CK2 is the simplest and probably easiest to learn next to eu3. EU3 has a much broader scope and a lot more concepts to get used to, but i'd almost rank them the same in their difficulty. Vickie 2 is next with it's complex economy systems, events, definitely a much more challenging game.

And finally there's HOI3 which is just 'dear god what are you doing?' Similiar to EVE online with a learning curve like a cliff edge.
I disagree, EU3 is the 'easiest' by miles though CK2 is the most fun. Vicky is like EU3 but with "We can build factories!" eco/pop game and HOI3 is pretty much "I have 100000 men in 1000 territories, I will slap it on AI controlled, too much micromanagement".