strategy game, Europa Universalis IV, map view, grand strategy, historical, pre-war scenario, detailed provinces, political borders, realistic terrain textures, armies on standby, diplomatic relations, trade routes, alliances, medieval costumes, soldiers with pikes, cannons ready, castles, fortresses, ambient lighting, dynamic weather, strategic planning, top-down perspective, soft shadows, intricate UI elements, parchment texture, immersive atmosphere, global scale, real-time tactics, complex economics, cultural diversity, period accurate music instruments.