Product Information
Preorder now! Expected delivery on 2026 - 06 - 30. This Kickstarter exclusive Hearts of Iron board game from Steamforged Games has an average player rating of 8.50 on Board Game Geek. It's suitable for 2 to 5 players and will be published in 2026. The Deluxe Generals Pledge includes the core game, Sweden and Spain expansions, deluxe neoprene mats, and all unlocked stretch goals. Note that paid add - ons from the Kickstarter campaign are not included unless stated otherwise. Based on the PC video game franchise by Paradox Interactive, this game of grand - strategy warfare, tactical battles, and diplomatic choices lets you lead one of five WWII nations: UK, France, Italy, the Soviet Union, or the German Reich. You can re - enact history or create an alternate timeline by pairing your nation with different ideologies. Each ideology offers unique focus decks that impact resources and victory paths. Each nation in the board game has its own player boards, ideologies, cards, tokens, and minis. Track vital resources like political power, stability, production, and manpower on your tracker board. At each round's start, gain resources based on controlled territories. Manage your stability by paying upkeep or improvement costs. Use the political board to handle alliances and conflicts, spending political power to change stances. During war, conquer territories for resources; in an alliance, move units freely. The six - round game covers 1939 - 1944, and the most points win. At TheGameSteward, we're happy to back campaigns. A good part of your spending on this game will go towards backing new Kickstarter games. Contact us if you have purchase questions or need game advice.
How to use: First, choose one of the five nations - UK, France, Italy, the Soviet Union, or the German Reich. Then pair it with an ideology at the setup. You'll play turn - by - turn, using focus decks according to your chosen ideology. Keep an eye on your tracker board to manage resources like political power, stability, production, and manpower. At the start of each round, count your resources from controlled territories. Use the political board to change your alliances and conflicts. During war, move your units to enemy territories to start combat and gain resources. In an alliance, you can move units through your allies' territories. The game lasts six rounds from 1939 to 1944, and the player with the most points wins. Note: Paid add - ons from the Kickstarter campaign are not included unless stated otherwise. Delivery is expected on 2026 - 06 - 30. Maintenance: Keep the game components in a dry and cool place. Avoid bending the cards or damaging the minis. If the neoprene mats get dirty, you can gently wipe them with a damp cloth.
