Imperator: Rome — cheap CD keys, compare prices
Is it worth buying?
- Reviews are solid. (Metacritic 76 · Steam 66%)
- The price is at or near its all-time low — a good time to buy.
Estimate based on public reviews (Metacritic/Steam) and price history — the final call is yours.
About the game
Imperator: Rome is a Paradox grand strategy game set in the classical Mediterranean. You handle politics, diplomacy and warfare, develop your provinces and expand your borders during the rise of Rome and its rivals. It combines the deep economic, military and population systems Paradox is known for.
Did you know?
After a lukewarm launch, Imperator: Rome received a major 2.0 (Marius) overhaul, and Paradox officially halted its development in 2021.
Best price today
€4.40
all-time low: official €9.19 · keyshop €4.40 near low
On Steam: €9.99 — you save 56% here
The cheapest Imperator: Rome key right now costs €4.40 at Kinguin — the best of 37 compared offers. The lowest price we have recorded for this game: €4.40. The cheapest official store price is €9.19 at Fanatical. — the best offer is €4.79 (52%) cheaper.
The average low over the past 5 months was €5.99.
Key activates only in this region — make sure it matches.
↳ chosen by the region label on the key — not a guarantee
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Imperator: Rome prices by store 11
| Store | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Kinguin | Marketplace | €4.40 |
| K4G | Marketplace | €8.22 |
| Driffle | Marketplace | €8.69 |
| Instant Gaming | Marketplace | €8.69 |
| GameSeal | Marketplace | €8.73 |
| Loaded | Marketplace | €8.79 |
| Gamivo | Marketplace | €9.11 |
| Fanatical | Official store | €9.19 |
| Steam | Official store | €9.99 |
| G2A | Marketplace | €10.84 |
| Gog | Official store | €35.69 |
Lowest — official stores
€9.19
Oct 2026
Lowest — keyshops
€4.40
Sept 2026
Price history
last 89 daysMonthly price lows
| Month | Lowest official | Lowest keyshop |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | €9.19 | €4.40 |
| Sept 2026 | €34.32 | €4.40 |
| Aug 2026 | €9.99 | €6.88 |
| Jul 2026 | €9.39 | €5.99 |
| Jun 2026 | €11.99 | €8.26 |
Lowest in-stock price per month from our price history; the current month is the low so far.
How to activate your key
- Steam key — open the Steam client → Games → Activate a Product on Steam → enter the key. Stores with this activation: Kinguin, K4G, Driffle, Instant Gaming, GameSeal, Loaded, Gamivo, Fanatical, Steam, G2A
- GOG key — on GOG.com → Redeem a code (or in GOG Galaxy: Add games & friends → Redeem GOG code). Stores with this activation: Gog
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All-time low so far: €4.40
System requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows® 10 Home 64 bit | Windows® 10 Home 64 bit |
| Processor | Intel® iCore™ i3-550 or AMD® Phenom II X6 1055T | Intel® iCore™ i5- 3570K or AMD® Ryzen™ 3 2200G |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 6 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 460 or AMD® Radeon™ HD 6970 | Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 660 or AMD® Radeon™ R9 380 |
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Video reviews
5:39 Imperator: Rome Review
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26:16 Imperator: ROME has BIG PROBLEMS - Gameplay Review
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About this game — FAQ
Does Imperator: Rome have multiplayer?
Yes, Imperator: Rome has multiplayer. It supports PvP.
Can Imperator: Rome be played single-player?
Yes, besides multiplayer modes, Imperator: Rome can also be played solo (single-player).
What languages does Imperator: Rome support?
Imperator: Rome is available in: English, French, German, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Spain.
Does Imperator: Rome use Steam Cloud saves?
Yes, Imperator: Rome uses Steam Cloud, so your saves sync across devices.
FAQ
Where is the cheapest place to buy a Imperator: Rome key?
The cheapest Imperator: Rome key is currently sold by Kinguin for €4.40. That is the best of 37 offers we compare; prices are refreshed regularly. The lowest price we have ever recorded for this game: €4.40.
How much does Imperator: Rome cost?
Imperator: Rome currently costs from €4.40 — the cheapest offer across the stores we track. For comparison, the game costs €9.99 on Steam, so buying a key saves you about 56%.
Is Kinguin an official store or a keyshop?
Kinguin is a keyshop (marketplace) where independent sellers list keys, so prices are often lower than in official stores. Every offer on ulov.gg is clearly labeled with its store type.
Are keys from these stores legal?
Buying is legal — keys come from the grey market, so a small deactivation risk exists. So before paying, check the seller's buyer protection.
Which key region should I pick?
Global activates everywhere. Regional keys (Europe, North America, RU-CIS) only work on accounts from that region — use the Region filter to match your account.
What is an activation platform?
The service where the key activates — Steam, GOG, Epic or the publisher's platform. A key for one platform won't work on another, hence the separate filter.
What's the difference between editions?
Standard is the base game; Deluxe usually adds an expansion or bonus content. The edition filter shows exactly that variant, with no mixed prices.