Feb 20, 2019

Hearts of Iron IV - BjornB

The date to man the guns, February 28, is drawing ever closer. And as such, let's spend this week looking back at what we've talked about so far to ensure you are up to speed with what's going to happen

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Don't miss our reddit IAmA tomorrow at 20:00CET!

Feb 13, 2019

AI Plans

Hearts of Iron IV - BjornB

With the free 1.6 'Ironclad' update releasing together with Man the Guns, we've added Custom Game Rules which allows you to pick a certain path for AI nations to go down

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Feb 7, 2019

Man the Guns available on February 28th 2019

Hearts of Iron IV - BjornB

STOCKHOLM - 07 February 2019 - The great democracies of the world face unprecedented challenges on their legitimacy. Fascists and Communists pressure freedom loving nations on every side. Will they hasten war against the forces of tyranny or follow a path to authoritarianism? Are they safe beyond the seas that have historically provided ample protection? What path will you choose? Make your mark on history in Hearts of Iron IV: Man the Guns on 28 February, 2019.

Man the Guns is the newest expansion for Paradox Development Studio’s best-selling grand strategy wargame Hearts of Iron IV. It brings new detail to the naval game as well as adding a host of new gameplay options for major democratic powers including new political focus trees and governments in exile.

Man the Guns can be pre-ordered from major online retailers for $19.99.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jv733KLEV8

Features of Hearts of Iron IV: Man the Guns include:

Major Alternate Paths: Revive the Old Confederacy as the United States and provoke a new civil war, or hasten decolonization of the British Empire.
Ship Design: Research new components and refit older vessels to take advantage of new knowledge. Outfit your submarines with snorkels or improved stealth.
Admiral Traits and Skills - Tailor and level up your Admirals with new traits and skills.
Governments in Exile: Welcome a government in exile to your democracy, boosting their legitimacy in return for more manpower and elite troops fighting to free their homeland.
Other National Focuses: New national focuses for The Netherlands and Mexico.
Naval Mines: Protect your coasts from invasion or assault with anti-ship mines, or clear a path through enemy mines before you make the big push.
Shipping route controls - plot new routes for your shipping and navies by marking areas you want to avoid.
Naval Treaties: Struggle to keep the peace by following internationally agreed upon rules, or creatively defy the world consensus by exceeding your limits.
Amphibious Landing Vehicles: Add power to your beach landing by researching and producing specialized combat vehicles for your marines.
New Music: Original music composed specifically for the Man the Guns expansion.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/815460/Expansion__Hearts_of_Iron_IV_Man_the_Guns/

As is standard with all Paradox grand strategy expansions, Man the Guns will launch with a major free update, with this one including new naval aspects, training of pilots and sailors and the much requested Fuel resource to better simulate the constraints of extended supply lines.

Feb 6, 2019

Man the Guns Achievements!

Hearts of Iron IV - BjornB

Man the Guns is drawing ever closer (you will get the exact date very soon, we promise) and of course a new expansion means a number of new achievements!

Click here to read the development diary by Bratyn

Jan 30, 2019

The Imperial Japanese Navy (AAR)

Hearts of Iron IV - BjornB

Archangel has been engaged in naval warfare playing a game against Niall. This week he will share his tale to give you a feel of the new Naval Warfare features of Man the Guns

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Jan 16, 2019

Tech Changes

Hearts of Iron IV - BjornB

This week we'll have a look at the new tech tree changes and how we tweaked the research time mechanics to make sure you are able to utilize all these new things

Click here to read the development diary by Archangel85

Jan 9, 2019

Fuel Review and Motorized Artillery

Hearts of Iron IV - BjornB

Welcome into 2019, let's kick things off with a look at the highly anticipated new fuel system and how that enables the possibility of motorized artillery

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Dec 19, 2018

Merry Christmas!

Hearts of Iron IV - BjornB

The year is nearing an end, and the team will take a short holiday with their families. But first, let's have a small recap of this year

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Dec 12, 2018

Subs and Convoy Raiding

Hearts of Iron IV - BjornB

Let me introduce you to our new Game Designer YaBoy_Bobby. And let YaBoy_Bobby introduce you to our improved submarine warfare and convoy raiding!

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Dec 6, 2018

New Naval Combat

Hearts of Iron IV - BjornB

One day late, we give you this week's development diary. Today podcat will take us through changes to Naval Combat coming in the free 1.6 Ironclad update accompanying our next expansion: Man the Guns

Click here to read the latest Dev Diary by podcat