Hearts of Iron IV

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 968 Ratings

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  1. unwaten
    Aug 25, 2023
    9
    Hearts of Iron IV is a popular war strategy game that allows you to experience the strategic challenges of a major war. Let's take a look at the positive and negative aspects of this game.

    Positive Aspects: Deep Strategic Experience: Hearts of Iron IV skillfully combines complex military strategies and diplomacy. It offers plenty of opportunities to control all aspects of a nation,    Hearts of Iron IV is a popular war strategy game that allows you to experience the strategic challenges of a major war. Let's take a look at the positive and negative aspects of this game.

    Positive Aspects:

    Deep Strategic Experience:
    Hearts of Iron IV skillfully combines complex military strategies and diplomacy. It offers plenty of opportunities to control all aspects of a nation, make strategic moves, and take tactical decisions. The presence of various nations and scenarios enhances the game's replayability.

    Detailed Historical Recreation:
    The historical recreation in the game is quite impressive. Based on real history and events, the game provides players with the opportunity to experience the atmosphere and history of that era. Moreover, the game modes and mods created by the community offer the chance to explore alternative historical scenarios.

    In-Depth Military Planning:
    Military strategy takes center stage in the game, providing a deep experience of war planning. Managing your armies, arranging frontlines, and maintaining supply chains reflect the complexity of warfare.

    Negative Aspects:

    Learning Curve:
    Due to its complex mechanics, Hearts of Iron IV can have a steep learning curve for new players. Learning the game's basic principles and mastering strategic details can take some time.

    Slow Pacing:
    The game's progression of time can be slow, especially when simulating large-scale wars. While this might not be an issue for players who enjoy long processes, it could become tedious for those expecting quick outcomes.

    AI Ineffectiveness:
    In some instances, the artificial intelligence (AI) can be lacking in terms of in-game decisions. Allies or enemies might make unexpected and illogical moves, negatively impacting the player's experience.

    Conclusion:

    Hearts of Iron IV offers a captivating experience for strategy and history enthusiasts. Despite its positive aspects such as deep strategic options, historical recreation, and military planning, the steep learning curve and certain mechanical shortcomings might be challenging for some players. However, for those who appreciate the complexity and details, it can provide a rewarding war strategy experience.    … Expand
  2. Jamjlam
    Aug 17, 2023
    9
    The game is very fun with different focus tree paths for many nations, however it does get far more features and focus trees with dlcs but since they added subscription which is pretty cheap its better. Another problem is that AI in this game is pretty dumb for the most part and because of that the outcomes of the war can be very different (even on historical). There are also lots ofThe game is very fun with different focus tree paths for many nations, however it does get far more features and focus trees with dlcs but since they added subscription which is pretty cheap its better. Another problem is that AI in this game is pretty dumb for the most part and because of that the outcomes of the war can be very different (even on historical). There are also lots of amazing mods for this game such as kaiserreich, road to 56, millennium dawn and so on.… Expand
  3. PYTH00
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    It is the best strategy game I have ever played and the mods that come out make the game much better.
  4. GentlemanHunter
    Jul 16, 2023
    8
    Things I liked:
    - The gameplay relating to wars is PEAK grand strategy
    - Pretty good soundtrack - Non-Linear for the most part - The game is very replayable - The game has probably one of if not the best modding communities as of me writing this review (look at Kaiserreich, Old World Blues, and The New Order) Things I disliked: - Bad Optimization - Inconsistent AI - The game    Things I liked:
    - The gameplay relating to wars is PEAK grand strategy
    - Pretty good soundtrack
    - Non-Linear for the most part
    - The game is very replayable
    - The game has probably one of if not the best modding communities as of me writing this review (look at Kaiserreich, Old World Blues, and The New Order)

    Things I disliked:
    - Bad Optimization
    - Inconsistent AI
    - The game doesn't really feel complete without DLC
    - Community that has a Nazi Bar Problem
    - Diplomacy can feel a bit too simplistic
    - Economic Management

    Conclusion: Although the game certainly has its flaws, those flaws either aren't deal-breakers or can be solved with mods. This game is probably the best WW2 strategy game on the market today, although I'd wait until it's on sale w/DLC    … Expand
  5. Ikomik
    Jun 17, 2023
    9
    The game is super fun. It might be a little bit complicated but it is easy to learn. but it takes a long time thi
  6. VOLODEI
    Jun 8, 2023
    8
    Hearts of Iron 4-игра основанная на 2ой мировой войне,игра которая отражает самую кровопролитную войну в истории человечества.Можно рассмотреть игру по несколькими критериям:
    ГРАФИКА:графика в этой игре вообще не главное ,но и при этом она не мозолит глаза,при этом игра вообще не требует сильного железа
    ГЕЙМПЛЕЙ:стратегии от Paradox Interactive всегда выделялись огромным количеством    Hearts of Iron 4-игра основанная на 2ой мировой войне,игра которая отражает самую кровопролитную войну в истории человечества.Можно рассмотреть игру по несколькими критериям:
    ГРАФИКА:графика в этой игре вообще не главное ,но и при этом она не мозолит глаза,при этом игра вообще не требует сильного железа
    ГЕЙМПЛЕЙ:стратегии от Paradox Interactive всегда выделялись огромным количеством механики,но и при этом это одна из самых лёгких в обучении для начинающих среди игр от Paradox.Тут можно выделить то,что при огромном количестве механик и стратегий,в этой игре нет стратегии,которая сломает игру и выиграть будет легче лёгкого.Геймплей сложный,но и при этом очень интересный в изучении
    ВЫВОД:игра великолепна в своём жанре,но при этом поставить 10 из 10 просто не получается.Почему?Дело в том что огромное количество контента станет доступно только с приобретением DLS.DLS добавляют фокусы на страны,механики(например шпионаж иди управлением доминионов).К плюсами можно выделить мастерскую в Steam.Там есть работы,которые не просто добавляют играбельность той или иной стране,но и также меняют ситуации и время в игре.В общем игра хороша,но на DLS и их цену прям больно смотреть,поэтому только 8    … Expand
  7. Karl_Maks
    Jun 8, 2023
    8
    Despite being my first Paradox Title I bought, I very much looked forwards to playing it. I already knew the basic mechanics as I had already watched youtubers such as ISP, Bokoen1 and Marvolo playing this game. Despite this, there was, and still is after a lot of hours, a lot for me to learn. And that is despite me having nobody to play multiplayer with, as that is an entirely differentDespite being my first Paradox Title I bought, I very much looked forwards to playing it. I already knew the basic mechanics as I had already watched youtubers such as ISP, Bokoen1 and Marvolo playing this game. Despite this, there was, and still is after a lot of hours, a lot for me to learn. And that is despite me having nobody to play multiplayer with, as that is an entirely different beast. There are also a lot of mods that have tons of lore for people to explore. Generally, fantastic game, but not perfect. There is no tutorial so if you are new and looking how to play, go look it up online.… Expand
  8. thethethe4
    Jun 2, 2023
    8
    Hoi4 is truly one of the greats strategy games out there, the game gives you the ability to to manage your airforce, navy and your army. The game is fun, it's the best game out there for WW2 strategy. The navy is irritating to use but after a few hundred hours you will get the hang of it. The DLCs are the real problem though, like most Paradox games you get one half of the game when youHoi4 is truly one of the greats strategy games out there, the game gives you the ability to to manage your airforce, navy and your army. The game is fun, it's the best game out there for WW2 strategy. The navy is irritating to use but after a few hundred hours you will get the hang of it. The DLCs are the real problem though, like most Paradox games you get one half of the game when you buy it and the other half once you buy all the DLCs. The game is still enjoyable without them though and if you really want to you can use mods as the game is very mod friendly. If you like strategy games then this game is a must have for you. if you aren’t then it the game is probably still very enjoyable for you, but you might want to do a little more research do make sure the game is for you.… Expand
  9. whyyyyyyy
    May 29, 2023
    10
    I have 400+ hours on this game and I am still addicted to this masterpiece.
  10. ProsteNicolas
    May 28, 2023
    8
    Hearts of Iron IV is the best strategic ww2 game ever created, you can play as everyone as you want. In this game there is a lot of things. I have 400 hours and i still doesnt know some things. Absolutely fun game, but in these game are few minuses. The AI is literally stupid. And when you want to enjoy the game more you need to buy some DLCs, One DLC is cost 10$, every DLC have some newHearts of Iron IV is the best strategic ww2 game ever created, you can play as everyone as you want. In this game there is a lot of things. I have 400 hours and i still doesnt know some things. Absolutely fun game, but in these game are few minuses. The AI is literally stupid. And when you want to enjoy the game more you need to buy some DLCs, One DLC is cost 10$, every DLC have some new Focus Trees for some new countries, but when you want to buy all DLCs the cost will be 100$ minimum.… Expand
  11. Amir1960
    May 12, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best strategy for all time and for all game
    A bit hard for kids who gave a low rating to this great game
    But with practice and time, even if you know English, you can learn the game completely. Be sure to play
    free    … Expand
  12. ILikeHam
    Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Love the game but i dont have a life help pls
    :(..................................
  13. Saadthelegend
    Apr 13, 2023
    8
    أسهل لعبة من بين بقية ألعاب شركة بارادوكس الصعبة مثل كروسيدر كينقز 3 أو يوروبا يونفرساليس 4

    واللعبة طبعا لعبة إستراتيجية ومع المودات حقتها تصير رهيبة
    لكنها صعبة التعلم نوعاً ما
  14. Moger
    Mar 20, 2023
    9
    Oynadığım ilk ve bana en çok zevk veren Paradox oyunu. İkinci Dünya Savaşını ve o zamandaki ülkelerin durumlarını, alternatiflerini, içinde bulundukları zorlukları ve sayamayacağım kadar daha çok şeyi içinde barındıran oynadığım en iyi oyunlardan. Panzerler ile Fransız cephelerini yarmanın Türkiye ile Osmanlı Sınırlarına ulaşmanın Almanya ile tüm dünya ile savaşmanın bana verdiği eğlenceyiOynadığım ilk ve bana en çok zevk veren Paradox oyunu. İkinci Dünya Savaşını ve o zamandaki ülkelerin durumlarını, alternatiflerini, içinde bulundukları zorlukları ve sayamayacağım kadar daha çok şeyi içinde barındıran oynadığım en iyi oyunlardan. Panzerler ile Fransız cephelerini yarmanın Türkiye ile Osmanlı Sınırlarına ulaşmanın Almanya ile tüm dünya ile savaşmanın bana verdiği eğlenceyi hayatım boyunca başka hiçbir oyundan alamadım.… Expand
  15. Nikabilan
    Mar 9, 2023
    10
    one of my favorite games. this is just a great game that can be played 1000 times and every time with unique cosenquneses.
  16. Lukastrav
    Feb 19, 2023
    9
    Ok I might be a little bit biased as I have 600 hours in the game and still playing but I stopped for about 2 years. Anyway there’s 4 type of people when you play the game.

    People who love the game with all there heart People who stopped at the complexity of it Poeple who has no dlcs And poeple who hates that they love it Only them four no in between.But I need to warn you it isn’t a    Ok I might be a little bit biased as I have 600 hours in the game and still playing but I stopped for about 2 years. Anyway there’s 4 type of people when you play the game.

    People who love the game with all there heart People who stopped at the complexity of it
    Poeple who has no dlcs And poeple who hates that they love it
    Only them four no in between.But I need to warn you it isn’t a learning hill it’s a learning mountain band I’d you escape it you will love it very much. Though many give up. After the cliff its like walking up stairs . So if your willing to spend at least a hundred hours get it if not don’t bother.
    Tip (buy during sale it literally on sale every 2 months)    … Expand
  17. Cowman17
    Feb 11, 2023
    8
    Good strategy game after a while gets repetitive but fun to play with friends
  18. male92
    Feb 8, 2023
    9
    This is my first paradox game and its honestly worth it. All though it is quite hard to learn it is very rewarding but you will need a tutorial, but i just watched other people play and thats how i learned but its also fine to do tutorials. Also you're gonna have to scroll the steam workshop for a bit to find some mods cause most of this game is mod based and will need mods to enjoy theThis is my first paradox game and its honestly worth it. All though it is quite hard to learn it is very rewarding but you will need a tutorial, but i just watched other people play and thats how i learned but its also fine to do tutorials. Also you're gonna have to scroll the steam workshop for a bit to find some mods cause most of this game is mod based and will need mods to enjoy the full experience. If you more enjoy fast gameplay than this isn't for you this is for patient people who like to strategise. But it does some bugs and will at least once have to google how to fix some bug(usually with mods)
    .Overall this a good complicated game and i would reccomend. Plus micromanaging and winning because of your micromanaging is so nice and feels very rewarding    … Expand
  19. vuachoigame
    Jan 8, 2023
    10
    good game.
    I hope game makers will add events after world war 2 and modern times
  20. The_Senate
    Dec 22, 2022
    8
    I rarely play strategy games, much less grand strategy, but this game just works for me. Almost everything about this game works for me, but nothing really is outstanding. I like the focus tree, research, and division mechanics especially. This game is at it's best when you're playing a viable country, which kind of exposes then main flaw in the game. If you don't buys dlc's you experienceI rarely play strategy games, much less grand strategy, but this game just works for me. Almost everything about this game works for me, but nothing really is outstanding. I like the focus tree, research, and division mechanics especially. This game is at it's best when you're playing a viable country, which kind of exposes then main flaw in the game. If you don't buys dlc's you experience with the game is really dumbed down. I don't mind buying dlc's but fi you don't your handicapping yourself greatly. If you don't have any dlc's about half of the countries a hindered useless. For this one reason this game is held back from greatness.… Expand
  21. Vesar
    Dec 18, 2022
    8
    I spent 250+ hours in Hearts of Iron IV, I can say this isn't the best game created by Paradox Interactive, but it has a lot of potential with mods, multiplayer role plays and e-sport. I really enjoyed playing it and Im still playing HoI to this day.

    PROS: -Good Graphics -Intuitive UI -Great models used for troops -A lot of free mods (wide modder community) CONS: -It needs a good    I spent 250+ hours in Hearts of Iron IV, I can say this isn't the best game created by Paradox Interactive, but it has a lot of potential with mods, multiplayer role plays and e-sport. I really enjoyed playing it and Im still playing HoI to this day.

    PROS:
    -Good Graphics -Intuitive UI
    -Great models used for troops
    -A lot of free mods (wide modder community)

    CONS:
    -It needs a good pc to play at decent speed after 1943/45
    -DLC's are of cours really overpriced, most
    content is blocked by a paywall
    -You need a lot of time to undestand complex mechanics like a where to build railroads for the best supply, what templates to create, what meta is in MP etc.

    Still HoI4 is one of my favourites grand strategy games!    … Expand
  22. GamerLandherr
    Dec 17, 2022
    8
    Game compared to the old ones like 3
    is much more mediocre going by the point that this game was to attract new public he gives very well, since different from the old he is very beautiful in the simple UI with beautiful graphics and anyone can conquer the world playing the first time bringing much more dopamine to brain of course at launch was a game broken up too much more today already    Game compared to the old ones like 3
    is much more mediocre going by the point that this game was to attract new public he gives very well, since different from the old he is very beautiful in the simple UI with beautiful graphics and anyone can conquer the world playing the first time bringing much more dopamine to brain of course at launch was a game broken up too much more today already much better
    OBS: O if you want to play it really want to give it a chance I would say go for the mods    … Expand
  23. justindagoose
    Nov 20, 2022
    10
    Il be honest ok, hearts of iron 4 is not the most fun game in the world. But with the insane amounts of good moments, I had with this game and the amount of time I spent playing it I can certainly give this a 10. At first, it's very complicated but when you get dedicated to learning you can do so much. It's an awesome strategy game and even if you're not satisfied with the base game thenIl be honest ok, hearts of iron 4 is not the most fun game in the world. But with the insane amounts of good moments, I had with this game and the amount of time I spent playing it I can certainly give this a 10. At first, it's very complicated but when you get dedicated to learning you can do so much. It's an awesome strategy game and even if you're not satisfied with the base game then you can get mods that literally make it a new game and making your own mod is quite simple Aswell. I love this game and it's my favorite game not because it's fun but because of what it delivers to you,… Expand
  24. Skogen21
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    Great WWII strategy. As usual with Paradox games, the game is conceived as an alternative history sandbox. You can choose any nation and direct it in the direction you want. The game itself takes place on both strategic and tactical levels. You set up the war industry, prepare the design of the tanks/aircraft/ships, determine the composition of the units, plan and conduct the militaryGreat WWII strategy. As usual with Paradox games, the game is conceived as an alternative history sandbox. You can choose any nation and direct it in the direction you want. The game itself takes place on both strategic and tactical levels. You set up the war industry, prepare the design of the tanks/aircraft/ships, determine the composition of the units, plan and conduct the military operations themselves, and last but not least, the logistics, the supply of your units, is a critically important element of the game. I rate it 10/10 for complexity, replayability and at the same time freedom.… Expand
  25. BayernRalle
    Oct 13, 2022
    8
    Yes, it's unfortunate that you must pay a little extra to get the DLCs if you want the whole experience, but in my opinion, it's worth it. This game is all about the strategies and techniques you employ, but it's also a lot of fun.
  26. TimEngineer
    Sep 29, 2022
    10
    The best political strategy, in this game on my computer is 20fps!!! (With FPS map)
    I played in hoi4 300-350 hours. Im really fanat of hoi4!
  27. Sinkler_83
    Sep 20, 2022
    10
    Прекрасная стратегическая игра про 2 мировую. Самое хорошее в этой игре, это различные национальные фокусы и идеологии. Играя за Румынию можно присоединиться к странам "оси" так и помогать СССР. Потрясающая вариативность и геймплей.Прекрасная стратегическая игра про 2 мировую. Самое хорошее в этой игре, это различные национальные фокусы и идеологии. Играя за Румынию можно присоединиться к странам "оси" так и помогать СССР. Потрясающая вариативность и геймплей.
  28. pikachu713
    Sep 5, 2022
    8
    it is hard game, but if you understend how to play this game. it became very interesting strategy. it is war strategy. it mean all what you do you do for war. ALL (fabrics, railways, ports, ideology and others...)
  29. Marinusf
    Sep 3, 2022
    8
    Good AI, good graphics and repetitive gameplay. Especially in 'research' most players choose the same options over and over again because the other options are rubbish. The fact that the game has a certain meta makes it repetitive. The base game is dull and you need mods to make it playable.
  30. TURBO0-0
    Jul 29, 2022
    9
    Два вопрос к этой игре. Что такое личная жизнь и сколько у неё дивизий?) А так игра очень хорошая.
  31. StarkAgentos
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Прошёл игру за 1 час, захватив весь мир за СССР. Крутейшая политическая стратегия, в которую я когда-либо играл.
  32. Preadatum
    Jul 10, 2022
    10
    A good stat game has almost everything thought out about the battle,modes make the game more enjoyable
  33. Elos1
    Jul 4, 2022
    10
    Good game I liked it I think the best game about the second world war you can also install modifications cool game
  34. Eminllc
    Jun 23, 2022
    10
    It's the best!!!
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  35. diesesphil
    Jun 8, 2022
    8
    The Base Game is already really fun and supported very well by the Developers, even tho, they make many for good gameplay essential DLC's.
    The best Part is the modding Community wich is greatly supported
  36. apixx
    May 1, 2022
    9
    If you're here to complain about how hard the game is to learn, Paradox games are not for you. Keep in mind thta Hoi4 is the easiest paradox game to learn. The game is very well done. I would give it a 9 out of 10 just because the game is more like : You buy DLC, you have more fun and thats how most Paradox games are or else it would be a 10/10 directly
  37. bropro132
    Apr 12, 2022
    9
    Pretty hard at start for new guys but it`s good after 96h so like that game
  38. Sogwas03
    Mar 5, 2022
    8
    My nemesis of games… The game has a steeper learning curve than inflation as of March 2022. The game is very difficult to learn but is a good experience after watching tutorials and spending time learning how it works. Biggest downside is the millions of DLC that are not very cheap and necessary to play the game
  39. Deadshot159
    Feb 15, 2022
    9
    Hearts of Iron 4 is an amazing game. Best thing about Hearts of Iron 4 is that you can play it for hours and hours yet still enjoy it. No wonder some people has hundreds and hundreds of hours on Hearts of Iron 4. Pretty much everything is possible, and if its not then mod can contain the thing you want. For example do you want to make democratic fascist germany? Restore NapoleonicHearts of Iron 4 is an amazing game. Best thing about Hearts of Iron 4 is that you can play it for hours and hours yet still enjoy it. No wonder some people has hundreds and hundreds of hours on Hearts of Iron 4. Pretty much everything is possible, and if its not then mod can contain the thing you want. For example do you want to make democratic fascist germany? Restore Napoleonic generation in France? All of those are done my focus trees in the game which is special for most of the major countries. There are some downsides to the game. For example too much complexity in some aspects of the game. Another downside that alot of countries lacks special focus tree, for example Brazil. Yeah it wasnt involved that much in ww2 but its still a major country. Afterall, game offers so much that its rare for someone to achieve every scenario.
    (after scrolling through some user reviews, I realised many people dislike the game only because of the complexity and hardness to learn)    … Expand
  40. Aole29
    Feb 12, 2022
    9
    Good game to buy. Only one minus without DLC the game is not interesting. But even here there is a way out - these are mods, with them you can not even buy DLC.
  41. Motoritz
    Feb 5, 2022
    8
    Quite what you'd expect from Paradox: A great historical strategy game. Can become boring after some games, but hey, there are overpriced DLCs!
  42. 4Lp4gu
    Jan 9, 2022
    10
    Hearts of Iron 4 is the most awesome strategy game I've ever seen in my life. Because the game has a lot of variety in terms of variety. Example Technology researches, building factories, focus trees that shape the future of countries, etc. but not everything is perfect and not perfect in this game for example AI is so stupid dcls take too long to development. But in the end it's a greatHearts of Iron 4 is the most awesome strategy game I've ever seen in my life. Because the game has a lot of variety in terms of variety. Example Technology researches, building factories, focus trees that shape the future of countries, etc. but not everything is perfect and not perfect in this game for example AI is so stupid dcls take too long to development. But in the end it's a great game for me and I highly recommend it… Expand
  43. Bad_Reviewer
    Jan 4, 2022
    8
    This game is really close to being mediocre due to the bs DLC strategy Paradox uses but, I can't bring myself to give it a seven. I've sunk many hours into this game that I have to. This game sucks you in and forces you to like it.
  44. GrammurGek
    Jan 1, 2022
    9
    Easily my favourite game to play as it can be a fairly accurate telling of the events of WW2 or can be diverted to be more focused towards your own alternate history without being too ludicrous in the way that things could come about although this has slightly deviated in recent DLC. Not a ten as there are many DLC that add to make the full game very expensive as can be difficult to firstEasily my favourite game to play as it can be a fairly accurate telling of the events of WW2 or can be diverted to be more focused towards your own alternate history without being too ludicrous in the way that things could come about although this has slightly deviated in recent DLC. Not a ten as there are many DLC that add to make the full game very expensive as can be difficult to first get into as the game can be quite difficult for inexperienced players however apart from this there are not many faults.… Expand
  45. ThatOneHaloGuy
    Dec 19, 2021
    8
    It's a really good game but very hard to get into ( I have almost 200 hours and still have no idea what I'm doing really ), the base game is really good if you have the dlcs, and the mods are amazing, the dedication some people put into mods for this game is very impressive. Overall 8/10 for being a bit too expensive if you're trying to get the best experience by buying the dlcs, just waitIt's a really good game but very hard to get into ( I have almost 200 hours and still have no idea what I'm doing really ), the base game is really good if you have the dlcs, and the mods are amazing, the dedication some people put into mods for this game is very impressive. Overall 8/10 for being a bit too expensive if you're trying to get the best experience by buying the dlcs, just wait for a sale if you want it… Expand
  46. BountyS
    Dec 8, 2021
    9
    a game that has no similar, my biggest complaint is crashes and optimization. the game is a bit tricky though. surprisingly, even there are cheaters, but not many.
  47. Shown_289
    Nov 19, 2021
    10
    Oh god, this is beautiful, the base game is very fun, the chaos that you can create, the wars and the diplomacy are... AMAZING, a good game whit an excellent price, and the DLCs are just a good way to get more content, (ADVICE: the DLC don't fix the game errors, just are expansions), the gameplay is beautiful, graphics are good and the optimization is..... DUDE ARE YOU KIDDING ME, i justOh god, this is beautiful, the base game is very fun, the chaos that you can create, the wars and the diplomacy are... AMAZING, a good game whit an excellent price, and the DLCs are just a good way to get more content, (ADVICE: the DLC don't fix the game errors, just are expansions), the gameplay is beautiful, graphics are good and the optimization is..... DUDE ARE YOU KIDDING ME, i just have 8 ram, a ryzen 3... and i don't have problems!!! (im not kidding) Just amazing... i don't believe this, wow!!!… Expand
  48. Danil_L
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    Я в этой игре наиграл 10000 часов, я считаю что это хороший продукт.
  49. not_a_dog
    Sep 9, 2021
    9
    the game is good but a little bit on the money garbing side of game with its amount of dlc
  50. JanuszekPLY
    Sep 2, 2021
    8
    Hearts of Iron 4 - opinion.
    Great Things:
    Strategy aspect of using army, navy, flying forces.
    Good graphic
    Historic aspect of game
    Good mods
    Bad things:
    Without dlc, dont play. You will waste your time.
    Multiplayer servers connection are broken.
    Sometimes its glichy
  51. Bolgar1
    Aug 22, 2021
    9
    It's an excellent game I don't put 10/10 because there's to much dlc's that should be in the base game.
  52. vanyarobot08
    Jul 22, 2021
    8
    After 500 hours of playing and still not even remotely understanding HOI4, i must say that i love almost everything about it. the only thing that is a problem is the costs for the game and DLC's. i cant afford to buy all and i know that there are a lot of people like me.
  53. Fralid
    Jul 9, 2021
    10
    The best strategy in the world, with the best community making quality mods.
  54. Spug
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    I really love Hearts of iron 4. I really do. lovelovrloegolroglfovlrovlrovlfo
  55. hungarianball
    Jun 8, 2021
    8
    The game is actually good, but your AI is trash. Like if you create a frontline, it probably become a problem to you. Because frontline AI always makes mistakes and always makes one tile empty.
  56. kitru
    May 22, 2021
    10
    Лучшая военная стратегия про 2ую мировую войну. Из-за своей исключительности 10 оправдана, на мой взгляд.
  57. DrMisiaq
    Apr 26, 2021
    10
    Terrible performance after 1943, game is almost unplayable past that date, not to mention 1945+. Game should be labelled as a drug due to addictive value. Hunting hundreds of achievements while fighting against hundreds of anti-human mechanics the game throws at a player to make him SUFFER? Spending almost 800 hours of my life during the last few years on a map-painting simulator? Was itTerrible performance after 1943, game is almost unplayable past that date, not to mention 1945+. Game should be labelled as a drug due to addictive value. Hunting hundreds of achievements while fighting against hundreds of anti-human mechanics the game throws at a player to make him SUFFER? Spending almost 800 hours of my life during the last few years on a map-painting simulator? Was it worth it? 10/10 F**k yea.… Expand
  58. Gorbunov2004
    Mar 27, 2021
    8
    Очень клёвая игра можно создать свою танковую армию и завоевать весь мир. Но есть множество нюансов которые надо учитывать. В игре на более поздних годах время идёт очень долго.
  59. freenik
    Mar 26, 2021
    8
    I like almost everything about this game. The sheer number of possible historical outcomes is amazing.
    However the AI is really not cool... If you have ever countered primary school kids in games, say FPS games and tried to anticipate their moves like you would for regular players, you'd get the exact feeling facing the AI in this game.
  60. enro
    Feb 18, 2021
    8
    A good game that can be fun only with friends or with the countless DLCs installed
  61. YigidOx2
    Feb 17, 2021
    8
    Even though the countries where you can play are a few, the trees are generally thought of and big, quite big. It is really nice to see and play with each country turning towards different ideologies.
  62. Corlukral
    Feb 14, 2021
    9
    Good game.Best stragetic game.It tells world war 2.There isn t a story mode but you can play with your friends or play single.
  63. WCM320
    Feb 6, 2021
    9
    For what this game is, it's more or less the best you get right now.
    It has problems but I feel like any game of this kind is going to .
  64. glomman
    Feb 3, 2021
    8
    I personally love this game, havong "only" spent about 500 hours in it, I can say that this is one of the best World War 2 and/or strategy games I've ever played. Everything from Infantry management to politics is represented with comparably deep gameplay.
    There's also a vast modding community which led to World War One, Alternate History in general, and even Fallout finding a place in    I personally love this game, havong "only" spent about 500 hours in it, I can say that this is one of the best World War 2 and/or strategy games I've ever played. Everything from Infantry management to politics is represented with comparably deep gameplay.
    There's also a vast modding community which led to World War One, Alternate History in general, and even Fallout finding a place in Hearts of Iron.
    Things that irritate a lot of people are the DLC policy imposed by the developers, where few is sold for much and some bugs, especially in the new launcher, occuring frequently.
    Regardless I had a ton of fun in my 500 hours of playing this game and I'm not done, HOI is one of those games you can play for hours without realising how much time really passed, few games do that these days, at least for me.    … Expand
  65. Ainz1
    Jan 13, 2021
    10
    Gut 10/10 10/10 10/10 10/10 10/10 10/10 Gut 10/10 10/10 10/10 10/10 10/10 10/10 Gut 10/10 10/10 10/10 10/10 10/10 10/10
  66. At0mST
    Jan 13, 2021
    10
    Super Strategy Game I am play as england france russia germay united states turkey japan
  67. HansSigmaringen
    Dec 30, 2020
    9
    A nice game where you can command armies manage the country you play. Make factories make armies and conqueror the world.
  68. mavniselimi
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    Güzel bir strateji oyunu her türden yaş grubuna uygun ama öğrenme aşaması uzun zaman alabiliyor
  69. UnbiasedSalt
    Dec 13, 2020
    8
    This is the game that introduced me to RTS games. Positives: The UI looks better and cleaner compared to other Paradox games; It is very very very addicting (I can never stop playing); Literally thousands of posibilities with historical AI turned off, DLCs and of course the huge amount of mods! Negatives: The game gets boring if you don't have DLCs, but there are mods so it balances itThis is the game that introduced me to RTS games. Positives: The UI looks better and cleaner compared to other Paradox games; It is very very very addicting (I can never stop playing); Literally thousands of posibilities with historical AI turned off, DLCs and of course the huge amount of mods! Negatives: The game gets boring if you don't have DLCs, but there are mods so it balances it out; The game gets boring after the 1945 mark; This game isn't that well optimised; AI can sometimes be retarded. In conclusion, it's not bad, it's not amazing either, it's just addicting for some reason for me.… Expand
  70. Gokarty
    Dec 11, 2020
    8
    Very good strategy, politics, economy, World War 2, a lot of mods and DLC..
  71. ZeFox
    Nov 12, 2020
    8
    [Graphics]
    ☐ Masterpiece
    ☐ Beautiful ☑ Good ☐ Decent ☐ Will do ☐ Bad ☐ Awful [Gameplay] ☐ very very very good ☐ Very good ☑ Good ☐ Bad ☐ Just don't [Difficulity] ☐ Very easy ☐ Easy ☐ Significant brain usage ☐ Easy to learn / hard to master ☐ Not so easy ☑ Difficult ☐ Dark Souls [Bugs] ☐ Never had any ☑ Minor bugs ☐ Few bugs ☐ Can get annoying ☐ Ruining the    [Graphics]
    ☐ Masterpiece
    ☐ Beautiful
    ☑ Good
    ☐ Decent
    ☐ Will do
    ☐ Bad
    ☐ Awful

    [Gameplay]
    ☐ very very very good
    ☐ Very good
    ☑ Good
    ☐ Bad
    ☐ Just don't

    [Difficulity]
    ☐ Very easy
    ☐ Easy
    ☐ Significant brain usage
    ☐ Easy to learn / hard to master
    ☐ Not so easy
    ☑ Difficult
    ☐ Dark Souls

    [Bugs]
    ☐ Never had any
    ☑ Minor bugs
    ☐ Few bugs
    ☐ Can get annoying
    ☐ Ruining the game
    ☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs    … Expand
  72. alexdestructor5
    Jul 31, 2020
    8
    The game is very good and funny. But the bad has a lot dlcs very expensive.
  73. Sceleton
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    Это одна из первых моих стратегий, в ней я наиграл почти 500 часов

    Плюсы: Игра интересная, радует куча хороших модификаций на любой вкус. Довольно лёгкая игра, если разобраться в ней. Можно играть по сети, за одну страну, разные, устроить мировую войну между игроками. Игра выглядит визуально приятно. Минусы: Очень плохая оптимизация, году в 42 начинает сильно лагать, а в 45 вообще не    Это одна из первых моих стратегий, в ней я наиграл почти 500 часов

    Плюсы: Игра интересная, радует куча хороших модификаций на любой вкус. Довольно лёгкая игра, если разобраться в ней. Можно играть по сети, за одну страну, разные, устроить мировую войну между игроками. Игра выглядит визуально приятно.
    Минусы: Очень плохая оптимизация, году в 42 начинает сильно лагать, а в 45 вообще не возможно играть. Без DLC за 400+ рублей играть скучно, советую ждать распродажи и брать намного дешевле. Можно "спиратить" , но тогда не получится играть по сети. Когда игра только вышла она было действительно ужасна, но сейчас после многих обновлений и DLC игра стала лучше.

    Всё же я советую эту игру    … Expand
  74. crazygamer7477
    Jul 4, 2020
    10
    This game is amazing. You can do so many things. You literally can play as UK and then release and play as Rhodesia and become fascist and take over French Africa. The Graphics are amazing - you don't need a heavy up to date GPU - I use an Nvidia GTX 660 and it works perfectly fine. And people who say that it is slow probably have an Old CPU. That is definitely the main thing you will needThis game is amazing. You can do so many things. You literally can play as UK and then release and play as Rhodesia and become fascist and take over French Africa. The Graphics are amazing - you don't need a heavy up to date GPU - I use an Nvidia GTX 660 and it works perfectly fine. And people who say that it is slow probably have an Old CPU. That is definitely the main thing you will need for this game. A powerful CPU. Mine isn't even that powerful and it has made me all the way to 1948. And the modding community is huge which makes it even better!… Expand
  75. Kururu303
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    Il gioco in se non è perfetto e sicuramente non un capolavoro della strategia. Gli darei un 8 per il gameplay che alzo però a 9 per l'incredibile longevità e versatilità che il titolo sta avendo grazie alle mod!
  76. eilwia
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best strategic game im played Hmmmmmmm
    I love ww2
    You can pick up hitler
    Churchi
    Rosvlet Stalin and musilini
    And reza shah pahlavi    … Expand
  77. madloring
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Как по мне, лучшая игра от парадоксов. Приятно иметь возможность начать игру и быстро организовать свои армии.
  78. Nikita_lom
    May 27, 2020
    10
    Замечательная игра в которую можно играть часами и днями, если надоело скачивай моды, игра раскроется ещё на 90%, стоит каждой копейки!
  79. Sheleshka
    Apr 23, 2020
    8
    After 600 hours of playing, I realized that this game is one of the best in paradox. It has a lot of advantages: the historical era, the mechanics of war, and so on. The additions expand the possibilities for the countries and mechanics of the game. The game is worth your attention.
  80. SirEliteTheUgly
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    Such a fantastic game if you are into WW2 history and grand strategy games.
  81. Horrorsaw
    Apr 2, 2020
    10
    Bol detaylı bir strateji oyunu. Başlarda karmaşık gelecektir ama 5-10saat oynadıktan sonra bırakamayacaksınız.
  82. Wiebe
    Feb 26, 2020
    8
    The dept of this game and its strategy is just plain awesome. The game also mostly gets better with every DLC and patch. However, the game can feel like a chore with some many elements to keep track off, especially with the Man the Guns patch where you have to edit the loadouts for every ship. Also the AI is just plain dumb, and even with the AI Mod there are game breaking problems withThe dept of this game and its strategy is just plain awesome. The game also mostly gets better with every DLC and patch. However, the game can feel like a chore with some many elements to keep track off, especially with the Man the Guns patch where you have to edit the loadouts for every ship. Also the AI is just plain dumb, and even with the AI Mod there are game breaking problems with every patch, like the AI moving all its units to the other side of the world, or abandoning front lines.… Expand
  83. Akabeurjub
    Feb 18, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, HOI4 has so many features and options and I love every single part of it, I have over 1000 hours of experience on the game as well, it might have a harsh start on new players as there's a lot of stuff to learn and get used to but at least give it a try if you're a fan of strategy games and you'll spend most of your time making/giving orders, and reassigning fleets and fighterAmazing game, HOI4 has so many features and options and I love every single part of it, I have over 1000 hours of experience on the game as well, it might have a harsh start on new players as there's a lot of stuff to learn and get used to but at least give it a try if you're a fan of strategy games and you'll spend most of your time making/giving orders, and reassigning fleets and fighter squadrons, you always have to keep an eye on the industry, resources, and technology that will allow you to sustain the war and it's filled with incremental decisions that take on mass and momentum to change the course of history.… Expand
  84. Mitya64
    Feb 15, 2020
    8
    Первая моя игра от данных разработчиков. Геймплей трудный, но интересный. Для его изучения понадобятся сотни часов. Очень интересная песочница,где можно за люксембург захватить весь мир, в ссср сделать российскую империю и т.д. Мне не нравится только то, что обучение максимально не помогает, мне пришлось все вникать самому и на ютубе смотреть. И обычно в конце игры получается непонятнаяПервая моя игра от данных разработчиков. Геймплей трудный, но интересный. Для его изучения понадобятся сотни часов. Очень интересная песочница,где можно за люксембург захватить весь мир, в ссср сделать российскую империю и т.д. Мне не нравится только то, что обучение максимально не помогает, мне пришлось все вникать самому и на ютубе смотреть. И обычно в конце игры получается непонятная разбериха, какая то война альянсов, из за 100 процентной напряженности. В целом игра очень интересная, но вникать нужно очень долго и время вам много придется потратить на нее.… Expand
  85. AGplay
    Feb 7, 2020
    9
    Es un muy buen juego de estrategia, con mucha libertad para hacer lo que quieras.
  86. Potatoes953
    Feb 2, 2020
    8
    Is a pretty good grand strategy game. It really is a helpful educational tool along with being fun. Avoid this game if you do not have hours of time to just sit in a computer chair killing millions of soviets as Hitler. Seriously I have lost countless hours do to this games kind of addicting game-play that to somebody who isn't playing may seem boring. A lot of the fun comes from if youIs a pretty good grand strategy game. It really is a helpful educational tool along with being fun. Avoid this game if you do not have hours of time to just sit in a computer chair killing millions of soviets as Hitler. Seriously I have lost countless hours do to this games kind of addicting game-play that to somebody who isn't playing may seem boring. A lot of the fun comes from if you know how the mess with the AI. "ah yes Stalin keep slapping your human wall at me in the middle of winter." One thing that I think needs to change with this game (and frankly all paradox games) is paradox not rolling out free patches for stuff that is integral to the enjoyment of the game.
    Another bad thing about this game is that it's not newcomer friendly. The tutorial is tart, the game gives you no hints as to what might be the best option in the focus trees, how to win a war, how to do a peace conference, how to make orders or anything really. It just says lets play as Italy and give you giant blocks of text to read.
    Another good thing about this game is that it has a massive and active modding community making mods like Kaiseriech and the old world blues mod and adding stuff that should be in the game now and for free like: focus trees, a world war 1 scenario, post-game, espionage, and the league of nations/UN.
    Overall it needs a lot of work but is still pretty good especially with mods.    … Expand
  87. easygunnysniper
    Jan 23, 2020
    9
    If you are a WWII enthusiasts then this is the perfect game for you. It has somewhat high learning curve if this is your first HOI instalment you've ever played but once you have a hang of it, it is one of the most satisfying and gratifying experience.

    Being key players in WWII; scheme and manoeuvre your way to get the most during this world conflict. Japan is one of the best faction    If you are a WWII enthusiasts then this is the perfect game for you. It has somewhat high learning curve if this is your first HOI instalment you've ever played but once you have a hang of it, it is one of the most satisfying and gratifying experience.

    Being key players in WWII; scheme and manoeuvre your way to get the most during this world conflict.

    Japan is one of the best faction to start as, with a mixture of air, naval and land units at your disposal. Take over china whilst repelling naval invasions from the US. Kamikaze strike the US navy and take over south east Asia and the asian commonwealth. Not satisfied?

    You can role-play as the Führer himself take over France. Bomb the UK then undergo operation Barbarossa and successfully invade Russia with your Blitzkrieg Panzer tanks.
    or
    On the other hand rule the motherland with an iron fist as Josef Stalin, waiting to pounce when the German supplies are exhausted by the Russian winter with Russian Heavy Tanks and specialised Winter soldiers.

    These are but a few interesting scenarios in the game and you can change the course of history. Great depth and tactics involved.

    Downsides are that the game aren't really geared towards world domination/ or late game, and most mechanics involved will be during the WWII timeline. However this is understandable since the game is really about the WWII conflict. Few other nuisance here and there like microing your troops during air/naval invasion etc. but this can be overlooked when you are gearing up your nation for the final showdown to becoming the most glorious nations.

    Think hard, plan wisely and prepare well, as General Douglas MacArthur has put it, for:

    "In war there is no substitute for victory."    … Expand
  88. tomaszrock22
    Jan 5, 2020
    8
    The game is very immersive and fun. Although some mechanics are hard to learn. I still recommend this game very much!
  89. cheeki_breeki
    Dec 26, 2019
    10
    Первая стратегия в которой я залип так сказать,тут надо думать об экономике,об армии, исследованиях и отношения между странами.Здесь нельзя просто взять и сделать кучу армии и всех выйграть,нет,а надо продумывать их строение,об оружии,об местности в которой они будут находится и даже идут они в атаку или просто будут оборонять. Так же если включить исторический режим то можно простоПервая стратегия в которой я залип так сказать,тут надо думать об экономике,об армии, исследованиях и отношения между странами.Здесь нельзя просто взять и сделать кучу армии и всех выйграть,нет,а надо продумывать их строение,об оружии,об местности в которой они будут находится и даже идут они в атаку или просто будут оборонять. Так же если включить исторический режим то можно просто понаблюдать за событиями которые хоть как то покажет историю 2 мировой,конечно не подробную,но хотя б даты сможешь узнать.Лучшая стратегия в которую я играл… Expand
  90. vanzan100
    Dec 24, 2019
    8
    One of my favorites game... but they have to expensive DLCs with some content that should be on the base game
  91. JeikZim
    Dec 7, 2019
    8
    Та самая игра, покупая которую, вам нужно докупить ,желательно, все DLC. Без дополнений игра не то, что пустая - она не играбельна.
  92. JolyEuro
    Dec 3, 2019
    10
    Best game that i was playing!
    You choose what you want to do and best thing is that you have to construct factory and you don't need any recourses for it
    10/10
  93. TEYLIFE
    Nov 4, 2019
    8
    buen juego, aunque es agobiante durante las primeras horas debido a la gran cantidad de informacion a manejar luego se convierte en una delicia, para mi ese es precisamente el problema demasiada informacion y un tutorial que da mucho que desear, aparte de eso no le encontrado algun fallo mayor, bueno a ecxepcion de la mala autogestion que tiene el juego sobre los suministros, que enbuen juego, aunque es agobiante durante las primeras horas debido a la gran cantidad de informacion a manejar luego se convierte en una delicia, para mi ese es precisamente el problema demasiada informacion y un tutorial que da mucho que desear, aparte de eso no le encontrado algun fallo mayor, bueno a ecxepcion de la mala autogestion que tiene el juego sobre los suministros, que en partidas avanzadas llegan a ser un problema, y que estos suministros no se pueden gestionar manualmente… Expand
  94. Averycrosslin
    Nov 2, 2019
    9
    After many rage quits, uninstalls, and reinstalls of the game, I have come to the conclusion that hearts of iron 4 is amazing. I have spent many hours on the game and I have only come to a fraction of the possibilities you can do. I love the freedom of choosing what to do and making alliances, building a military, and not to mention just wrecking the crap out of other countries. My onlyAfter many rage quits, uninstalls, and reinstalls of the game, I have come to the conclusion that hearts of iron 4 is amazing. I have spent many hours on the game and I have only come to a fraction of the possibilities you can do. I love the freedom of choosing what to do and making alliances, building a military, and not to mention just wrecking the crap out of other countries. My only complaints are, that it takes a while to learn the game, but once you learn it it is absolutely so much fun. Also, the multiplayer system needs better servers, because me and my friends are constantly disconnecting and we have to start a new game. Other than that, hearts of iron 4 is an absolutely outstanding game.… Expand
  95. Didok
    Oct 10, 2019
    8
    I have been playing since 2017, I am very pleased with the game, but there are some problems that can be fixed from the very release of the game and not for the purchase of DLS. But still, I recommend this game for purchase.
  96. Adestinyfrog
    Sep 21, 2019
    9
    A game you can sink hours apon hours into. Well worth the price and the dlc is quality
  97. CountCristo
    Jul 19, 2019
    10
    The best WW2 strategy game on the market. The deepest front line warfare you can find outside HOI3.
  98. mahmutbaris
    Jun 14, 2019
    9
    steamde 100 saate yakın oynadığım bir oyun grand strategy türünü seviyorsanız oynamanızı tavsıye ederim
  99. didopalqka
    May 7, 2019
    8
    The game is really cool but whitout mods the game will be very boring. It is great game.
  100. Scotchex
    Feb 23, 2019
    9
    The graphics are good for a strategy game.
    I personally like WWI and WW2 themes, so this is also a plus to me.
    There are tons of mods, so I don't think so you'll get bored.
    But there are some bad things about the game,
    I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY DID YOU MAKE THE CAMERA CONTROL THIS BAD !
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#47 Best PC Game of 2016
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#22 Most Discussed PC Game of 2016
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#66 Most Shared PC Game of 2016

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 37
  3. Negative: 0 out of 37
  1. Cubed3
    Mar 20, 2018
    50
    The complexity and slow speed of how things evolve take the fun down notches lower than it otherwise would deserve. Endless clicking through menus, and a glacial speed, ruin what could have been a pretty slick overall experience.
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  2. Pelit (Finland)
    Sep 28, 2016
    85
    Hearts of Iron 4 successfully streamlines a complex strategy game while still retaining the feel of total industrial warfare. AI difficulties persist, however, and some revamped mechanics still need a bit of polishing. [Aug 2016]
  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Sep 14, 2016
    80
    Excellent revival of a rusty brand with improved accessibility to a wider audience. Paradox studio has rocked in recent years and proof of this is the best episode of the series Hearts of Iron. [Issue#266]
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