[Beta Version] Patch Notes - 1.3.8 — Europa Universalis V Steam update #981420

Checksum: 98b8Date: June 30, 2026Previous Patch: 1.3.7 ContentAdded 6 new Achievements based on 1.3 mechanics and Italian flavour content. InterfaceAdded filters to the mercenary captain hiring view. GovernmentFixed the bureaucracy removal efficiency modifier to now apply correctly. Fixed frustrate annexation working in the wrong direction. EconomyFixed military sponsorship payments not updating after reloading. Fixed an issue with correct markets not being chosen for some locations. Trade route maintenance now reflects the actual travel path rather than being capped to the straight-line range distance; routes that detour around terrain are no longer artificially discounted in their upkeep cost. Pop demand for luxury goods now switches on fully once an estate crosses the wealth threshold, rather than ramping up gradually as wealth approaches it — below the threshold a pop demands nothing...