Geostrategy content patch
[p]Hello![/p][p]This update introduces a major improvement to game mechanics and overall balance.[/p][p]I hope you’ll enjoy it as much as I enjoyed working on it![/p][p][/p][h2]Geostrategical advantages[/h2][p][/p][p]![]()
[/p][p][/p][p]This new feature, currently available for the USA and the USSR, introduces a list of geo-strategical advantages that can be unlocked by meeting specific conditions.[/p][p]Most of these provide an instant "kaboom!" effect, along with lasting bonuses as long as the conditions remain fulfilled.[/p][p]Here are two examples to help you understand how the system works:[/p][p][/p][h3]EUROPE IS FRIGHTENED! (AGAIN AND STILL)[/h3][p]![]()
[/p][p]Conditions:[/p][p]This advantage for the USSR unlocks whenever the Armed forces ratio in Europe is 5vs1 or more in favor of the Soviet Union, and the Defcon is inferior to 4.[/p][p]To calculate that power ration, it is considered that USSR has 300 "army points" in Europe.[/p][p]Needless to say that the US player now can no more ignore Europe and has a real incentive to maintain large forces there.[/p][p][/p][p]Event Text:[/p][p]In Europe, the disparity between Soviet Red Army forces and those of Western Europe and the USA is striking.[/p][p]All Western general staffs are forced to admit that the Red Army could potentially reach Paris or London within weeks.[/p][p]Widespread and conspicuous Soviet troop maneuvers have only intensified these fears. [/p][p]Of course, the USA has the bomb—but would it really risk annihilation for a European country? [/p][p]The nuclear umbrella offers some reassurance, yet many European nations are now loudly demanding a stronger US military presence. In the face of weak US commitment on the ground, some countries are leaning toward a fearful neutrality.[/p][p][/p][p]Effects:[/p][p]-->The Soviet sphere of influence expands to include Austria, Greece, and Sweden[/p][p]--> Austria, Greece, and Sweden leave the US sphere of influence[/p][p]--> All US-aligned countries in Europe lose 3 Stability[/p][p]--> Pacifist unrest in the USA increases by 5\\[/p][p]As long as the conditions remain:[/p][p]--> The Soviet player gains a bonus to diplomatic actions in all European countries.[/p][p]--> The Soviet player gains a bonus to creating opposition movements in Europe.[/p][p][/p][p]Another exemple:[/p][p][/p][h3]BREACH IN THE NORTHERN SHIELD[/h3][p]![]()
[/p][p]Conditions: [/p][p]As USSR, having 2 of 3 of these countries in your bloc: Iceland, Norway, United Kingdom[/p][p][/p][p]Event Text:[/p][p]The United States once maintained firm control over the so-called GIUK Gap (Greenland–Iceland–United Kingdom), a vital strategic corridor for naval operations in the North Atlantic.[/p][p]Now, Soviet submarines roam the area freely, without fear of interception.[/p][p]Not only is the Soviet nuclear threat now dangerously close to the U.S. East Coast, but the entire sea-based supply line between Europe and America is at risk![/p][p]As public awareness of this vulnerability grows, pacifist movements experience a resurgence.[/p][p][/p][p]Effects:[/p][p]--> Pacifism increases by 2 in the U.S.[/p][p]--> Stability decreases by 2 in all European countries aligned with the U.S.[/p][p]As long as the conditions are met:[/p][p]--> The U.S. begins any nuclear standoff with the USSR with reduced Nerves.[/p][p][/p][h3]WHAT ELSE?[/h3][p]There are many new events like these in the game. You can view their list from any superpower window.[/p][p]The first feedback from playtesters has been very positive, so this system will be expanded. More types of advantages will be added soon.[/p][p]I believe this refreshes the Cold War 2 experience and makes the game significantly more engaging.[/p][p]All these geo-strategical advantages are powerful enough to challenge the status quo.[/p][p][/p][h3]WHAT' NEXT?[/h3][p]Three main priorities for this summer:[/p]
- [p]France DLC – Work begins on the France DLC, which will also add the years 1945–1949 to the game.[/p]
- [p]Geo-Strategical System Expansion – Unless the feedback says otherwise, I plan to further balance and expand the new geo-strategical system.[/p]
- [p]Gloomy USSR Mod – This community-driven feature (mostly @Gloomy, so the name) will be expanded, translated, and proofread. If you’re unfamiliar with it: it’s a reimagined USSR path with additional content. I have made it accessible up to 1954, so you can have a look at it (but keep in mind it is still a work in progress)[/p]