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Country Pack - Hearts of Iron IV: Graveyard of Empires
DLC
(released 4 months ago)
Paradox Development Studio
Paradox Interactive
TL;DR

It is a country pack for Hearts of Iron IV that focuses on the geopolitical struggles in West, Central, and South Asia during World War II. Players can navigate the tensions between nationalism and imperialism while managing their chosen nation's fate. Expect to engage in diplomacy, warfare, and the occasional elephant.

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Genres:
Grand Strategy
Open World
RTS
Tags:
Strategy
Action
Open World
Simulation
War
Sandbox
Strategy RPG
Grand Strategy
RTS
Multiplayer
Co-op
Singleplayer
Real-Time with Pause
Historical
World War II
Tactical
Military
Alternate History
Competitive
Diplomacy
Likely Inspirations:
Civilization VI
Crusader Kings III
Europa Universalis IV
Total War: Shogun 2
Wargame: Red Dragon
Steam Review Analysis – Total (updated Apr 15, 2025, 12:23 PM)
Disclaimer: This analysis is independently conducted and is not affiliated with Valve or Steam.
Review Summary - 2,915
15%
Very Negative

408

2283

92%

Purchased on Steam

30

194

8%

Purchased Elsewhere

0% Primarily Play on Deck

Conclusion

The reviews for 'Country Pack - Hearts of Iron IV: Graveyard of Empires' overwhelmingly reflect dissatisfaction, with players citing a lack of content, numerous bugs, and high pricing as major issues. While a few players found some enjoyment in the additional content, particularly for certain nations, the overall sentiment remains negative, indicating significant room for improvement in future updates and releases. The disappointment with development choices and poor design choices further highlight the need for Paradox to address community feedback and enhance the quality of their DLCs.

Strongly Positive
Positive
Mixed Positive Reception

A few players appreciate the additional content for certain nations, finding it enjoyable despite the overall negative feedback.

~7%
Neutral / Mixed Opinions
Negative
Community Mods Preferred

Several players mention that community-created mods offer better content and experiences than the official DLC.

~3%
RNG Dependence

Players express frustration with the game's reliance on RNG, which can lead to unpredictable and unsatisfactory outcomes.

~2%
Strongly Negative
Lack of Content

Many players feel that the DLC offers insufficient content for the price, with several reviews highlighting the lack of meaningful focus trees and mechanics.

~16%
Poor Design Choices

Players criticize the design choices made in the DLC, including the lack of engaging mechanics and the perceived laziness in development.

~14%
Focus Tree Issues

Many reviews point out that the focus trees are either incomplete or poorly designed, leading to a lack of engaging gameplay.

~12%
Disappointment with Development

Players express disappointment with Paradox's development choices, feeling that the DLC does not meet the standards expected from the company.

~12%
Bugs and Technical Issues

Numerous reviews mention bugs and technical problems that detract from the gameplay experience, leading to frustration among players.

~11%
Overpriced

Players frequently express that the DLC is overpriced compared to the content provided, leading to dissatisfaction with the purchase.

~7%
Unbalanced Gameplay

Several reviews highlight issues with game balance, particularly regarding the focus trees and the overall gameplay experience.

~7%
This analysis is powered by OpenAI’s language models and may occasionally contain inaccuracies. For the most precise details, please consult the reviews directly on the official Steam store page.

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