Patrician III vs Patrician IV

Patrician III puts you in the shoes of a Hanseatic merchant, letting you buy, sell, and transport goods across a living, breathing medieval world. The game blends deep economic simulation with strategic city management and naval combat. As you grow your fleet, you’ll negotiate with rival merchants, influence political events, and expand your influence across the Baltic and North Sea, all while enjoying a richly detailed historical setting.

Patrician IV puts you in the shoes of a merchant during the height of the Hanseatic League. Trade goods, build production, and command a fleet to dominate the Baltic and North Sea markets. As you grow wealthier, you gain political clout, found new towns, and vie for the coveted Elderman title. The game blends deep economic simulation with strategic rivalry, including price wars, sabotage, and even piracy.

• Deep economic simulation
• Rich historical detail
• Robust multiplayer options
• Extensive ship customization

• Deep and realistic trading simulation
• Rich historical setting with authentic ports
• Robust multiplayer with competitive trade
• Extensive ship and production customization

• Steep learning curve for newcomers
• Graphics dated by modern standards
• Limited tutorial guidance

• Steep learning curve for new players
• Graphics are dated compared to modern titles
• Limited AI variety in single-player