Does anyone here like Hoi3?

[Excalibur]

I have it, but I haven't gotten around to really learning the game yet. I'm a Hoi4 veteran myself, but I've come to realize how dumbed down and simple Hoi4 really is, and from what I've read, Hoi3 is the better, more challenging strategy game and a better representation of WW2. Does anyone have an opinion on Hoi3 and how it compares to Hoi4, and tips on how to get good at it?

 

[weaselbomber]

It was too autistic even for me, someone who's quite used to Paradox games. Darkest Hour is the best compromise between HOI3's complexity and HOI4's accessibility.

 

[Zetta]

I like it but it's unsatisfying despite its complexity and the subsequent pay off if you win.

 

[Rapistcel]

I have it, but I haven't gotten around to really learning the game yet. I'm a Hoi4 veteran myself, but I've come to realize how dumbed down and simple Hoi4 really is, and from what I've read, Hoi3 is the better, more challenging strategy game and a better representation of WW2. Does anyone have an opinion on Hoi3 and how it compares to Hoi4, and tips on how to get good at it?

I would get bored at the first 30 minutes playing, I don't like games where you have to think too much.

 

[PersonalityChad]

I'm not autistic enough for grand strategy games tbh

 

[HeinzKell]

I'm a Hoi4 veteran myself, but I've come to realize how dumbed down and simple Hoi4 really is, and from what I've read, Hoi3 is the better

I think Hoi4 had the potential to be more engaging+challenging, the problem is mainly the abysmal AI and lack of variety in how countries build units/strategize. You can pretty easily build a "jack of all trades" unit with a moderately strong economy. There's no need to experiment or strategize, really.

 

[bruhwtf]

nuclear throne

 

[slavcel11]

I used to play it but honestly it doesn't offer enough variety in terms of gameplay, and some mechanics can be abused quite easily