Thorondor Posted February 8, 2013 Report Share Posted February 8, 2013 Victoria IIGive in to the allure of the dark continent. Vast wealth is within the grasp of the daring in Victoria II's second expansion, aptly named Heart of Darkness.https://www.strategycore.co.uk/site/assets/files/5788/news-thumbnail_victoria_ii_heart_drknss_xpnsn_bnr.jpg (...) Scramble for Africa the late 19th century rush for newly discovered wealth and land in a continent whose interior had been mostly free from European domination. Rapid industrialization and new technologies have made it possible for your growing power to push into lands once considered uninhabitable for "civilized" men. The riches of Africa beckon you, as you explore new territories and exploit the wealth and people within. But a growing empire will eventually bump into another power with the same ambitions, and a savvy smaller state will know how to exploit the conquerors' greed and pride. (...) compete with other colonial powers and experience international crises which require Great Power mediation if the world is to avoid war. What say the drums of this upcoming offering: • Experience a brand new colonization system: Use your navy to expand your empire, compete against other colonial powers and struggle to maintain your overseas control. Colonial conflicts can spiral out of control and become international crises where they will have to be decided by diplomatic negotiations or risk costly wars. • Battle your enemies in the new naval combat system: Together with the new colonization system, your navies are more important than ever. We have revamped the entire naval combat system and made it much more detailed and exciting with a new system of gun ranges and maneuvering into positions for battles. New powerful battleships join the other classes of ships to bridge the gap to Dreadnoughts. • Prepare for International Crises: Around the world international crises continually call on the Great Powers to mediate and compromise, with war always being the last resort. As one of the lesser powers, use your influence to stir up the local flash points so you can use fleet footed diplomacy to get the Great Powers to right the wrongs that have been committed against your nation! • Follow the global events with the new newspaper system: You will receive reports on local and global events as well as the world's changing situation to keep up to date and get a greater sense of immersion. Over 60 newspapers, both historic and otherwise, periodically present you with the latest news reports of war, major events, royal gossip and other matters of interest. Ready yourself, Bwana, to set out this March. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorondor Posted February 21, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 Extra, extra! The first developer diary for Heart of Darkness is just out right here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorondor Posted February 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 There's a crisis system you should know about in Dev. Diary 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorondor Posted March 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2013 There's a sea of change to navigate in Dev. Diary 3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorondor Posted March 14, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2013 A warlike Dev. Diary 4 is now here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorondor Posted March 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2013 There's a a nice, long interview at Strategy Informer with designer Mr.Chris King shedding some more light into Heart of Darkness and the health and wealth of PC strategy gaming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorondor Posted March 21, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 It's time to settle in Dev. Diary 5. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorondor Posted March 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 27, 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorondor Posted March 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 28, 2013 Become more industrious by reading Dev. Diary 6. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorondor Posted April 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2013 :: Now available for pre-order: As a bonus to those who pre-order Heart of Darkness, select retailers will be offering a Victoria I Complete—a gold edition of the original title that started it all—for free. Other retailers will offer 75% off Victoria titles, including Victoria II and Victoria II: A House Divided, with any pre-order of Heart of Darkness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Thorondor Posted April 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2013 Come and see the lovely señoritas - a Spain 1861 Beta AAR has been fielded, just to conquer your disbelief. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorondor Posted April 10, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 10, 2013 Part 2 of the AAR has the Conquistadors focusing on colonization and the scramble for Africa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Thorondor Posted April 14, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 14, 2013 A costly finale to the Spanish AAR in the closing part 3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorondor Posted April 15, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2013 :: Full stream can be viewed here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorondor Posted April 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 :: Out now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorondor Posted April 29, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2013 How to go about modding to your heart's content? This bonus Dev. Diary points you in the right direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorondor Posted May 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 Victoria II: Heart of Darkness is reviewed over at The Adrenaline Vault and receives the Seal of Excellence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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