Scenario settings Hearts of Iron IV Guide

Last update: 13 June 2016

Depending on in which period of time you want to start the game, you can select from two scenarios. The choice will determine not only the campaign length but also the objectives awaiting you after the scenario starts.

Incoming storm scenario - 1 January 1936

In this scenario you have more economical options and you can properly prepare your nation for the incoming war. You can select from greater list of national objectives and determine the economical and military development of your country before the war starts. This scenario is recommended since it offers greater gameplay experience.

Blitzkrieg scenario - 1 September 1939

In this scenario the game starts more than three years later. Most of the economy solutions were applied randomly and your task is to lead your armies to victory in the starting war.

Historical objectives

At the beginning of the game you can determine whether the countries managed by computer will try to reach historical objectives or will the processes happen randomly and part of the events won't happen at all or will happen at different times than history suggest. This option can greatly impact playing as countries which have received the greatest loss at the beginning of the war. If the game skips historical facts, then you have greater chance for victory when playing these countries.

Difficulty level

Depending on what difficulty level you select, the game will offer you specific modifiers for the main parameters of your country expansion.

Recruit

The easiest difficulty level. You will gain additional modifiers that make the game easier. Recommended for beginners and as a playground for various economical solutions.

Modifiers:

Production efficiency limit +20%

Research time -5%

Political strength growth +25%

Professional

Medium difficulty level which offers no additional bonuses or penalties. Recommended for players who played other Paradox games and want to spend some time with the game with no handicaps.

Veteran

High difficulty level which slows down the growth of economical and political power. Recommended for experienced players and ones who want the game to be very challenging.

Modifiers

Production efficiency limit -20%

Research time +10%

Political strength growth -25%