Crusader Kings III Silk & Silver Expansion Lands November 19
Paradox Interactive's new expansion adds a Merchant government type, playable Republics and trade routes across more than 40 goods.
Paradox Interactive has announced Silk & Silver, a new expansion for Crusader Kings III, launching on November 19, according to gamingonlinux.com. The expansion is priced at $29.99 / £25.99 / €29.99 at release and is included in the Chapter V expansion pass.
Silk & Silver introduces a Merchant government type, letting players lead a landless merchant family at the head of a trading company. It also opens Republic governments such as Venice and Genoa for play, with patrician families competing for power.
The expansion adds three merchant specializations: Caravaneer, Creditor and Artisan. Trade routes cover more than 40 trade goods, backed by systems for Markets, Monopolies and Trade Posts.
Two new bookmarks
Silk & Silver also ships with two new bookmarks: 1066 Channels of Commerce and 1178 Guelphs & Ghibellines.
Quick answers
When does Crusader Kings III: Silk & Silver release?
The expansion launches on November 19, 2026.
How much does Silk & Silver cost?
It is priced at $29.99 / £25.99 / €29.99 at release and is part of the Chapter V expansion pass.
What does Silk & Silver add to Crusader Kings III?
It adds a Merchant government type, playable Republics including Venice and Genoa, three merchant specializations, trade routes for over 40 trade goods, Markets, Monopolies and Trade Posts, and two new bookmarks.