The major expansion 'All Under Heaven' for Crusader Kings III, which promised to add East Asia as its fourth chapter, launched on the 29th. Both the base game and the 'All Under Heaven' DLC have climbed to the top of the global Steam charts, with the expansion currently holding a 'Very Positive' user rating.

Kicking off last March, the Chapter 4 content for Crusader Kings III focuses heavily on Mongolia and East Asia. The core expansion 'Roads to Power' arrived in April, but 'All Under Heaven'—the real crown jewel of this chapter—landed on the 29th, finally bringing China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia into the fold.

In China, you'll encounter the new 'Hegemony' status, allowing you to seize control of all empires in the region. The addition of a dynastic cycle system makes for some rather complex political maneuvering, while the unique bureaucratic 'Celestial Empire' government type lets you climb the ranks through civil service exams and leverage state finances to expand your influence.

Over in Japan, the Shogunate era takes center stage. You’ll lead your clan as either a Shogun or a Kampaku, relying on your samurai armies to cement your power—or perhaps you’ll aim to restore the Emperor and usher in a new imperial age. Korea focuses on the transition from the Later Three Kingdoms to the Goryeo Dynasty, featuring historical touchstones like the military coups led by Yi Ui-bang and Jeong Jung-bu. Meanwhile, Southeast Asia introduces the Mandala government system, positioning you as a 'God-King' over your domain.

The 'All Under Heaven' DLC is sitting at a 'Very Positive' rating (507 reviews, 87% positive). Players are largely thrilled with the expanded map and the period-accurate government systems. However, it isn't all smooth sailing; the accompanying 1.18 patch has brought a string of launch errors, frame rate drops, and graphical glitches. Some history buffs have also raised concerns regarding the depth of historical accuracy in the new mechanics.

Elsewhere on the charts, ARC Raiders snagged the top spot just a day before its release. Meanwhile, Battlefield 6 is seeing a surge in its related DLCs following the start of its first season and the addition of the 'Red Sector' battle royale mode.

Battlefield 6 dominated the charts with a peak of 549,766 Concurrent Players. While titles like RV Dare Yet? and Megabonk slipped out of the top 20, mainstays like GTA 5 Enhanced and Warframe held firm, maintaining their steady 60,000-player base.

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