A series of grand strategy video games allowing players to control any nation during WWII and lead to victory or defeat, developed by Paradox Interactive.
Hearts of Iron is a series of critically acclaimed World War II grand strategy video games developed and published by Paradox Interactive. The series includes:
The Hearts of Iron games are known for their extreme depth and complexity. They allow players to assume control of any nation in the world during the tumultuous years leading up to and during World War II from the mid-1930s up until the mid-1950s.
As the leader of a nation, the player must manage every aspect including diplomacy, espionage, the military (air, land and sea), production and resources. Historical figures like Churchill and Stalin make appearances as leaders of their respective nations.
Victory is achieved through military might and conquest. Players can rewrite history, form new alliances like the Axis or Allies and plunge the world into destructive war if they desire. Accurate economic, political and technological historical systems help model the real-world challenges various nations faced during this volatile time in history.
With its attention to historical detail and emphasis on complex strategic gameplay involving politics, warfare, research and production, Hearts of Iron offers players an uniquely immersive sandbox in which to shape the fate of the world through the crucible of epic global warfare.