The AI, though not stupid, soon ceases to be a challenge. The LAN and Internet modes will extend the life of the game. Europa Universalis is not perfect. Many gamers will not like the subject, the depth or the pace. Yet, this game stands as the best period historical game on the market, challenging even the hallowed Civilization.
Paradox is committed to tweaking the system and extending it to other periods.
Serious gamers finally have something more than tactical games to anticipate.