Nothing planned this weekend? Why not relive the great battles of the Second World War from your PC? Steam is currently offering free access to Hearts of Iron IV, one of Paradox Interactive’s most popular titles.
Available for free until November 24, this military strategy game rated 9/10 is the perfect opportunity to discover the complex and immersive world of global conflicts, like a great strategist.
A free offer on Steam for a classic of the genre
Developed by Paradox Development Studio and published by Paradox Interactive, Hearts of Iron IV is a real-time strategy game where the player takes command of a nation between 1936 and 1948. He must manage military, diplomatic, industrial and political choices in a world at war.
This exceptional offer is linked to the release of the game’s brand new DLC, called “No Compromise, No Surrender”. To mark the event, the publisher has decided to make the base game available for free to all Steam players until Friday, November 24. The perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in it without spending anything.
And if the experience convinces you, the standard version of the game and the General Edition benefit from a 70% reduction until December 4. That’s around £35 saving on the base game plus three expansions. Those looking for the full experience can opt for the Ultimate Bundle, currently 41% off, or around 85 pounds instead of 145.
Over 250,000 reviews and a solid reputation
Launched in 2016, the fourth version of the Hearts of Iron series has established itself as a reference in the genre. It now has more than 250,000 reviews on Steam, 90% of which are positive. The game is also rated “very positive”, which testifies to a massive and lasting reception from the community.
Hearts of Iron IV follows in the footsteps of other Paradox successes such as Victoria III, Crusader Kings III and Europa Universalis IV. The Swedish studio is known for its deep, demanding, but very rewarding titles for history and strategy enthusiasts.
This free weekend is therefore not just a simple gift: it is also a springboard towards a demanding game, designed to stay in your library for the long term.
What you need to know before you get started
- The free offer is only active until November 24 at 7 p.m. (French time) on Steam.
- The game is compatible with Windows, macOS and Linux.
- Discounts on the different editions are valid until December 4.
- The General Edition includes the base game and three major DLCs.
- The Ultimate Bundle is still expensive (around £85), but allows you to unlock everything at once with a saving of around £60.
It’s up to you whether you want to stay with this free experience or invest in one of the many full versions offered.