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Hearts of Iron IV
Simulation
Strategy
Single-player
Multi-player
Co-op
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Steam Achievements
Steam Trading Cards
Steam Workshop
Steam Cloud
Remote Play on Tablet
Family Sharing

Victory is at your fingertips! Your ability to lead your nation is your supreme weapon, the strategy game Hearts of Iron IV lets you take command of any nation in World War II; the most engaging conflict in world history.

Developers: Paradox Development Studio
Publishers: Paradox Interactive
Release Date: Jun 6, 2016
Price (USD): $49.99
Current Players: 39k

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Very Positive(91%)
strategic depth
immersive gameplay
modding community
alternate history
complex mechanics
DLC policy
addictive gameplay
learning curve
tutorial
update reactions
DLC policy
confusing mechanics
performance issues
tutorial inadequacy
expensive features
The reviews reflect a love-hate relationship with the game. While players are generally drawn to its depth and strategic elements, there is significant frustration with its DLC policy and complicated mechanics such as the naval aspect. Despite these flaws, many find it addictive and appreciate the external modding communities that greatly enhance the playing experience.

Positive Points

  • The game offers an immersive and detailed strategic experience that captivates players.
  • Mods significantly enhance the gameplay, providing endless content and allowing for alternate history scenarios.
  • Players praise the game's depth and the complexity of its strategic elements, which can be particularly rewarding once mastered.

    • Negative Points

  • The game's DLC policy is widely criticized for being expensive, with necessary features often locked behind paywalls.
  • Many players find the naval mechanics confusing and hard to grasp, even after extensive playtime.
  • The game can feel unoptimized, with performance issues especially prevalent in multiplayer and late-game scenarios.

    • Mixed Points

  • The tutorial is seen as inadequate by some players, making the game difficult to learn.
  • Some updates and patches have been met with mixed reactions, particularly when they affect existing game mechanics wronging long-time players.
  • The decision to make older DLCs free while new ones are released for purchase again is viewed both positively and negatively.

    • Common Themes

  • Paradox’s DLC strategy is a major theme, with many reviews expressing dissatisfaction over the perceived greed and the high costs necessary to access full gameplay features.
  • Despite complexities, players often become highly addicted to the game, investing hundreds or thousands of hours into it.
  • A love-hate relationship with the game is evident, as many are frustrated by its flaws but continue to play due to its engaging strategic depth.
    • Updated 9/26/2025, 12:01:14 AM UTC
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