Великая Маркетплейсовая Война [ALPHA]

The Great Marketplace War: A Hearts of Iron IV Total Conversion Mod

Prepare for an unparalleled strategic experience in Hearts of Iron IV with “The Great Marketplace War,” a unique total conversion mod that plunges you into a chillingly plausible future conflict dominated by corporate giants. This mod reimagines global warfare not through traditional political ideologies, but through the lens of ruthless e-commerce empires vying for ultimate market dominance.

A World Defined by Terms of Service

Set in the autumn of 2026, “The Great Marketplace War” begins with a series of escalating cyber-attacks targeting major online marketplaces. As warehouses burn and supply chains crumble, the intricate legalese of user agreements becomes the new battlefield. Players will navigate a world where legal clauses dictate the flow of goods and the fortunes of millions, forcing leaders to make decisions that are as binding as any declaration of war. The mod’s narrative offers a satirical yet stark look at corporate power, where “force majeure” and hidden clauses in user agreements can dismantle entire economies overnight.

Unique Factions and Strategic Depth

“The Great Marketplace War” introduces a roster of over 40 distinct playable nations, each representing a powerful e-commerce entity. Seven of these factions boast their own unique focus trees, offering divergent paths to victory:

* **Wildberries (“Purple Discipline”):** The aggressor nation, capable of launching early offensive campaigns with a focus on cheap infantry and severe penalties for underperforming units.
* **Ozon (“Blue Vertical”):** A reactive power that excels at joining existing conflicts, with significant portions of its military tree locked behind the condition of fighting nations.
* **Yandex Market (“Algorithm”):** A meticulously planned faction, prioritizing research, decryption, and defensive strategies over immediate aggression.
* **MegaMarket (“Ecosystem”):** Focused on acquisition and economic influence rather than outright conquest, its final focus is the only one in the mod that does not directly incite war.
* **Avito (“Grey Market”):** Thriving on spoils and resale, this nation grows wealthier the longer the conflict rages.
* **Russian Post (“Department No. 1”):** A non-combatant nation with two distinct paths: either preserving or destroying the “Registry.”

Beyond these major players, the mod includes a vast array of other global market participants, from delivery PMCs to international e-commerce behemoths.

Extensive Content and Immersive Features

This ambitious mod offers a wealth of content designed to overhaul the Hearts of Iron IV experience:

* **616 Focuses:** Tailored to unique doctrines, ensuring each nation has a distinct winning strategy.
* **Custom Research:** 24 unique special projects across four laboratories, replacing vanilla research entirely.
* **Dynamic Events and Decisions:** 48 events and 45 decisions related to offers, registries, information warfare, and consumer events like “Black Friday.”
* **New Map:** An entirely new map featuring 1080 regions, cities, districts, and supply corridors.
* **Unique Buildings and Units:** Seven new buildings, including delivery points and sorting centers, alongside custom division names and ship designations.
* **Audio and Localization:** Eight new music tracks with a custom music player, and full localization in both Russian and English.

“The Great Marketplace War” is a testament to creative modding, offering a fresh and satirical take on strategy gaming within the familiar framework of Hearts of Iron IV.