Two of Paradox’s big grand strategy games, Stellaris and Europa Universalis IV, both got new expansions today. Stellaris attempts to cut down on the slog in Utopia, while EUIV focuses on China in Mandate of Heaven.

Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition! Not even in Europa Universalis IV. Among the weaponry are such diverse elements as: fear, surprise, ruthless efficiency, and a completely glitched cavalry. A popular mod for the game, called "MEIOU & Taxes" causes this, so use it carefully.

The final preorder bonus for Paradox Interactive's eagerly-anticipated PC/Mac grand strategy Europa Universalis IV has been revealed — a save game converter for Kotaku 2012 Game of the Year nominee Crusader Kings II, and a free copy of that game for those unfortunate enough to not own it already.