Hearts of Iron

by Paradox Development Studio

2002

Strategy

Fantasy · Historical

Good

Strategy

Fantasy · Historical

Good

About

Hearts of Iron is the first ever World War II PC game of true Grand Strategic scope. The game map spans the entire world and allows players to take part in any front they choose. You can play any nation in the world, but the game focuses on the epic struggle between the great alliances of the world orders - Fascism, Communism and Democracy.

Publisher: Strategy First
Engine: Europa
Modes: Single player
Themes: Fantasy, Historical
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric
Age Rating: E — Everyone
Released: Dec 29, 2002 — PC

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GOG

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The Ultimate Strategy Game Collection I

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