Paradox Interactive announces the release of Victoria II, saying the grand strategy sequel is now available in European stores and through most digital distribution outfits. This page offers details on where to find it, and while a retail version for North America is not mentioned, Amazon.com shows an August 22 release date. Here's a bit on the game: "Created by the developers of Europa Universalis and Hearts of Iron, Victoria 2 is set during the colonial era of the 19th century featuring historical gameplay on a map of the entire world. Guide your nation from the era of absolute monarchies in the early 19th century, through expansion and colonization in hopes of becoming a truly great power by the dawn of the 20th century." If you are interested in sampling Victoria II, a playable demo was released earlier this week.