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Developer diaries are articles, sometimes accompanied by videos, published by Paradox to describe the game design in detail.

Man the Guns[edit]

All developer diaries about the Man the Guns expansion, patch 1.6 (aka Ironclad) and patch 1.7 (aka Hydra).

Patch 1.6 (Ironclad)
No.Title and LinkDescriptionDate
1Man the Guns and PdxConGeneral goals for the future expansion and patch2018-05-23
2FuelInformation on fuel and new hotfix.2018-06-27
3God Save The King: British Focus Tree ReworkReworked British focus tree, allowing for alternate-history paths.2018-07-04
4A Post-Colonial World:Map Changes and New Tags Sweeping changes to the map along with the addition of more releasable tags.2018-07-11
5Custom Gameplay RulesNew Custom Gameplay Rules allowing the player to steer the game in the direction they want.2018-08-01
6MTG - Bag of TricksSmaller improvements to the game such as assuming leadership of a faction, manual focus cancellation, and naval and air exercises.2018-08-08
7Naval AccessImprovements to the naval theater of HOI4 including marking dangerous seazones and asking for naval access to ports.2018-08-15
8Mines and MinesweepingNaval Mines added to the game along with minesweeping.2018-08-22
9USA focus tree reworkReworked USA focus tree, allowing for alternate-history paths.2018-08-29
10Modding and TraitsAdded trait system for admirals as well as more features for modders.2018-09-05
11Naval Production, Repair and DamageExtensive changes to the naval theater with reworks of ship production, repair and damage.2018-09-12
12Exiled GovernmentExtend possibilities for exiled governments and more information about the British focus tree overhaul.2018-09-19
13Je MaintiendraiAnnouncement of and information about the new Dutch focus tree.2018-09-26
14Amphibious Vehicles and ResearchNew Amphibious Tractors and Amphibious Tank.2018-10-03
15Naval TerrainOverview of new terrain types for seas.2018-10-10
16Naval changes #1Overview of the different changes to naval warfare.2018-10-17
17Mexico focus treeAnnouncement of and information about the new Mexican focus tree.2018-10-24
18Bag of Tricks 2Expeditionary Force Requests, Supervised States & On-map decisions.2018-10-31
19Ship DesignerOverview on modifications on the ship designer system.2018-11-07
20Naval Treaties and Ship RefitsNaval treaties effects on ship designing and refitting of obsolete ships2018-11-14
21Naval Rework #1New mission types and changes to the naval interface2018-11-21
22Bag of Tricks #3Dutch & British focus changes, ideology drift tweaks, map changes in Africa and the Balkans region.2018-11-28
23New Naval CombatRework of naval combat to be more informative and less decisive2018-12-06
24Subs and Convoy RaidingImprovements to submarine convoy raiding2018-12-12
25Fuel Review and Motorized ArtilleryChanges to the fuel implementation and the addition of motorized artillery units2019-01-09
26Tech ChangesChanges to the tech research system and the addition of new naval techs.2019-01-16
27Art and MusicNew music, 3D models and 2D art to ramp up MTG's awesomeness.2019-01-23
28The Imperial Japanese NavyAn AAR of Archangel85's experience with the Imperial Japanese Navy in a MP session.2019-01-30
29AchievementsNew goals to strive for, with the addition of 21 new achievements related to MTG.2019-02-06
30AI PlansMore AI strategy plans, and the integration of AI strategy into the Custom Game Rules menu.2019-02-13
31Man the Guns MEGA RECAPRecap of everything that has been announced.2019-02-20
321.6 PatchlogFull 1.6 'Ironclad' patch log and Reddit AMA highlights.2019-02-27
33MTG Post ReleaseSmall telemetry information and what's planned for the patch.2019-03-06
341.6.1 Patch and StatisticsFull 1.6.1 'Ironclad' patch log, info about the 1.6.2 beta and player statistics.2019-03-13
351.6.2 Open Beta Patch1.6.2 open beta patch content and AI naval screen statistics2019-03-20
361.6.2 Update1.6.2 Highlights and patchlog2019-03-27
371.6.2 and Roadmap1.6.2 release, future roadmap and announcement of 1.7 'Hydra' and 1.8 'Husky'.2019-04-03
Patch 1.7 (Hydra)
No.Title and LinkDescriptionDate
38News from the Eastern FrontPatch 1.7 'Hydra' bringing 64 bit, AI frontline & player frontline UI changes2019-05-15
391.7 Update II - Technical boogaloo!Further news on 64 bit, naval combat balance, optimization2019-05-22
401.7 Update and Radio & Armor PacksOverview of the 1.7 update and 2 new art and music DLCs to celebrate the 3 year anniversary release2019-05-29
413 Year Anniversary!1.7 'Hydra' release, 3 year anniversary, response to some Twitter questions2019-06-05
42Tech bugaloo II - Dragonslaying!1.7.1 patch plans and overview of Out of Sync errors2019-06-12

Waking the Tiger[edit]

All developer diaries about the Waking the Tiger expansion and patch 1.5 (aka Cornflakes).

Update
No.Title and LinkDescriptionDate
1Future and CornflakesPodcat shares the team's (non-exhaustive) list of features to act as a future development roadmap for HoI42017-08-23
2Our development processSofia 'KimchiViking' Höglund, HoI4's project lead, explains the development cycle, from design to implementation.2017-08-30
3A Product Manager's Role'Firebolt', HoI4's product manager, on the intricacies of budgeting a game development.2017-09-06
4Chain of CommandPodcat on spicing things up in the HoI4 chain of command as part of patch 1.52017-09-13
5Stability and War SupportStability and War support to replace National unity in the next patch2017-09-20
6Division NamelistsPallidum, HoI4's game designer, inserting some flavor (and logic) to division names.2017-09-27
7Synthetic DawnRefinements to synthetic refineries and inter-linking infrastructure with resources2017-10-04
8Bag of Tricks #1Smaller improvements to the game: control groups, divisions consolidation, removal from faction, mini-map & pinging.2017-10-11
9A New GermanyRevised focus tree for Germany as part of requested alternate history options2017-10-18
10Bag of Tricks #2Another small features and improvements, this time with relation to equipment2017-10-25
11Airplanes and LootboxesFurther improvement of air related aspects2017-11-01
12Decisive ActionAdding decisions, missions, crises and special projects to the game2017-11-08
13Nationalist ChinaThe 1st focus tree for China (the nationalist path) as well as the announcement of Waking the Tiger expansion.2017-11-15
14Communist ChinaThe 2nd focus tree for China (the communist path) along with an example of the new decision system in action.2017-11-22
15Leaders, abilities and TraitsRevamped and expanded trait system and the mysterious 'red phone' icon (aka command power).2017-11-29
16Acclimatization and Special ForcesTroops are now affected by hot and cold climates, and new changes to special forces.2017-12-06
17Border Wars: The Last WarlordMore detail on the Chinese warlords.2017-12-13
18Christmas & ModdingModding guide for the new decisions & missions system in patch 1.5.2017-12-20
19New German Divisional NamelistFurther improvement of incoming German unit namelist.2017-12-27
20Japan reworkA rework of the Japanese national focus tree.2018-01-03
21Bag of Tricks #33rd assortment of small improvements: attachés, extra ground crews, historical army insignias, and volunteer air wings.2018-01-10
22ManchukuoThe last unrevealed focus tree for Waking the Tiger: 'Manchukuo'.2018-01-17
23War Changes and game DifficultyChanges to 3-way war handling and addition of 2 more difficulty settings.2018-01-24
24Sound, Music and Art for TigerOn the topic of the artistic additions to Waking the Tiger.2018-01-31
25Naval UpdatesImprovements of naval matters: losses and kills overview, convoys raiding, transports interception, and more.2018-02-07
26Formable Nations and AchievementsNew goals to strive for: formable nations and some 18 achievements.2018-02-14
27Performance and AIPerformance and AI.2018-02-21
28Recap EpisodeWhat is coming in Waking the Tiger and the 1.5 Cornflakes.2018-02-28
29Pre-Release and International Women's DayWomen's contribution during the second world war.2018-03-07
30Post-Release patchInfo about patch 1.5.12018-03-14
311.5.2 Update #1Info about patch 1.5.2: German border changes, commander XP gain changes, multiplayer desyncs, and more.2018-03-21
321.5.2 Update #2 and Modding GoodiesInfo about patch 1.5.2: Air Balance and Changes, Nukes and Surrender, Manchukuo, Modding and more.2018-03-28
331.5.2 Update #3 and TelemetryAn updated beta and multiplayer telemetry2018-04-04
341.5.2, Future Roadmap and IroncladThe return of the bullet list and possible future development roadmap2018-04-11

Death or Dishonor[edit]

All developer diaries about the Death or Dishonor country pack and patch 1.4 (aka Oak).

No.Title and LinkDescriptionDate
1Reflections and RomaniaFirst look at new DLC content2017-04-12
2License production and map changes1.4 Oak and the upcoming expansion will see map improvements and new ways of getting tech2017-04-19
3Announcement and AI Update #1Announcement of new content pack coming with the free 1.4 Oak along with details on AI improvements2017-04-26
4HungaryHungary changes coming up2017-05-03
5Equipment Conversion & War UpdateRepurposing old material and improvements to the war overview2017-05-10
6Air ImprovementsAir combat overhaul in 1.4 Oak2017-05-17
7Yugoslavia and Air ZonesYugoslavia unique flavor and more details on aerial combat overhaul in 1.4 Oak2017-05-24
8Czechoslovakia and AI Update #2Let's have a look at Czechoslovakia and another AI update from Steelvolt2017-05-31
9Bits & BobsNew subject levels, achievements, music, assorted QoL features and AI Update #3.2017-06-07
101.4 'Oak' Changelog sneak peekPatch 1.4, aka Oak, changelog.2017-06-12
11Post-release chatBugs, new and old, dealt with in the 1.4.1 beta patch.2017-06-21
12Meet some new peopleBeta patch status, preliminary gaming statistics post DoD and introduction of new team members2017-06-28
13We're back!New beta patch with additional fixes, more portraits for free and an interim solution to an old AI transport problem2017-08-16

Together for Victory[edit]

All developer diaries about the Together for Victory country pack and patch 1.3 (aka Torch).

No.Title and LinkDescriptionDate
1Future FocusFocus for 1.3 / upcoming expansion along with general plans for the expansions beyond2016-09-23
2The TeamPresentation of the current HoI4 team lineup2016-09-28
3Memory LaneA look at how some concepts have changed over the HoI series, such as: supply, upgrades, reinforcement and more.2016-10-05
4Blitz Command and Garrison OrdersBlitz Command coming in the next expansion, garrison orders in the free patch2016-10-12
5Oh Canada!Canada and the Commonwealth2016-10-19
6Ally Down UnderAustralia updated in Together for Victory2016-10-26
7South Africa and Continuous focusesSouth Africa and Continuous focuses2016-11-02
8AutonomyNew levels for subject nations coming in Together for Victory2016-11-09
9India - Struggle for IndependenceA closer look at the changes coming for India in Together for Victory2016-11-16
10New Zealand & Combat LogNew Zealand focus and tech trees as well as a combat log2016-11-23
11Together for AudioMusic and Audio in Together for Victory2016-11-30
12Cosmetic tags, art, gameplay and AIOne week to the release of Together for Victory!2016-12-07
13TFV AI Update #2Part 2 of AI bugfixes and updates for TFV2016-12-09
14TFV AI Update #3Part 3 of AI bugfixes and updates for TFV2016-12-12
15TFV AI Update #4Part 4 of AI bugfixes and updates for TFV2016-12-14
16Achievements & PatchlogNew Achievements and 1.3 changelog2016-12-14
17XMAS & Hotfix out!It's time for holidays! Development diaries will be back again in 2017!2016-12-21
18Back from Christmas1.3.2 hotfix patch soon in public beta2017-01-11
19Squanching them bugsPlanned changes for 1.3.3 and general focus for the 1.4 Oak patch2017-01-18
20Getting started with moddingHavebeard goes over modding requests and modding tips for beginners2017-01-25
211.3.3 Modding FeaturesMore modding features coming2017-02-01
22Patch 1.3.3 Update #1Changes done to industry, world tension and capitulation in the upcoming patch2017-02-08
23Patch 1.3.3 Update #2Details on QoL improvements, AI update, performance and optimizations done in the coming patch2017-02-15
241.3.3 Patch #3The patch should now be ready for release2017-02-22

Post-release patches[edit]

All developer diaries about the post-release patches, patch 1.1 (aka Red Ball Express) and patch 1.2 (aka Sunflower).

Hearts Of Iron 4 Free Play

Patch 1.1 (Red Ball Express)
No.Title and LinkDescriptionDate
1Release and FuturePodcat shares his thoughts on the release, as well as discussing the near future patches2016-06-10
2Red Ball ExpressTweaks to access to allied territory, peace conferences, invasions and naval bombers along with new battle plan modes upcoming in 'Red Ball Express'2016-06-17
3Summer VacationThe team is going on a well deserved summer vacation2016-07-01
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Patch 1.2 (Sunflower)
No.Title and LinkDescriptionDate
4Back from VacationAI changes and MP hotjoin in 1.2, aka 'Sunflower'2016-08-05
5Custom Difficulty SettingsAI improvements and implantation of custom difficulty settings at game setup2016-08-12
6Sunflower (patch 1.2)Port Strikes and AI improvements to upgrading templates and naval missions coming in Sunflower2016-08-19
7New Releasable NationsA look at new releaseable nations and more of the AI improvements coming in Sunflower (patch 1.2)2016-08-26
8Sunflower ImprovementsSunflower updates: GUI improvements, naval balance, focus trees2016-09-02
9Bugs and StatsReadying Sunflower for release and sharing some gameplay stats2016-09-09
10Sunflower is LivePatch 1.2 is out live, next patch is 1.3 aka 'Torch'2016-09-16

Base game[edit]

Hearts Of Iron 4 Updates

All developer diaries about Hearts of Iron IV (base game).

No.Title and LinkDescriptionDate
1Our VisionDesign goals2014-02-07
2The Tools of WarEquipment, production and research2014-03-07
3Bringing WWII to the mainstreamDogs!2014-04-01
4Land DoctrinesDoctrine paths2014-04-11
5Production LinesHow things get built2014-05-09
6Division DesignDivision planner, division template2014-06-13
7Air CombatAir war2014-07-11
8Experience and VariantsProduction2014-08-08
9Vacation and Air techAir technology tree2014-09-12
10Naval CombatNaval gameplay2014-10-10
11Map & GraphicsVisual aesthetics of the game2014-11-07
12Internal PoliticsInternal affairs of a country2015-01-16
13Conscription & TrainingManpower, recruitment, training2015-02-20
14National FocusesNational focuses2015-03-20
15On the high seasNaval battles2015-04-11
16World TensionWorld tension, war justifications2015-05-08
17Johan Invades GermanyBarely a dev diary2015-06-12
18Army PlannerCreating and deploying units2015-06-26
19EquipmentHow equipment works2015-07-03
20Soviet Union and CommunismSoviet Union and Communism2015-08-14
21Land CombatLand combat mechanics2015-08-21
22Support CompaniesList of support companies2015-08-28
23Industrial CapacityHow factories function2015-09-04
24Trade and ResourcesOverview of international trading2015-09-11
25Laws and PoliticsHow to manage government2015-09-18
26The NavyNaval doctrines and naval technology2015-09-25
27ItalyItaly's situation in the game2015-10-02
28Weather & TerrainHow weather and terrain function2015-10-09
29Factions & WargoalsHow factions and wargoals function2015-10-16
30FranceOverview of France2015-10-23
31Peace ConferencesEnding wars2015-10-30
32The USAOverview of USA2015-11-06
33SupplyThe supply system and supply areas.2015-11-13
34Civil WarsCivil Wars and Coups.2015-11-20
35GermanyOverview of Germany2015-11-27
36Helping out in other warsHelping out in other countries wars without directly getting involved2015-12-04
37Carrier WarfareHow aircraft carriers work.2015-12-11
38SubmarinesHow submarines work2015-12-18
39The RadioRadios, reinforce chance and radar stations.2016-01-08
40Changes to the gameCompletely revised factory slots mechanic, World Tension..2016-01-15
41Order of CommandOOC and Commander traits2016-01-22
42JapanOverview of Japan2016-01-29
43Diplomacy and other optionsDiplomacy, Factions, War Goals, ... also: HOI4 is now in BETA2016-02-05
44Occupation and ResistanceManaging occupied territory2016-02-12
45Battle PlansHow battle plans work2016-02-19
46United KingdomOverview of UK2016-02-26
47ChinaOverview of China2016-03-04
48Naval InvasionsHow naval invasions work2016-03-11
49Nukes!Atomic bomb - Research and requirements for production and use2016-03-18
50Generic Focus TreesGeneric Focus trees and DDR mat support2016-04-01
51Sound & MusicMusic & Sound Design in Hearts of Iron IV2016-04-08
52ModdingA look at the improved modding support in Hearts of Iron IV2016-04-15
532D artSideburnout talks about the 2D graphics of Hearts of Iron IV2016-04-22
54AISteelVolt speaks of the topic no one wants to touch, but everyone wants to know about2016-04-29
55QAA closer look into the QA process when developing Hearts of Iron IV2016-05-06
56Bits & PiecesMopping up a bunch of smaller topics not covered in other Development Diaries2016-05-13
57Poland: United and ReadyAbout the free DLC shipped with all copies of Hearts of Iron IV2016-05-20
58Tutorial, Wiki & BrowserA look at the tools we provide to help you learn how to play Hearts of Iron IV2016-05-27
59D-dayA short, final message from Podcat before we release2016-06-03
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Videos[edit]

Developer video diaries and developer's let's play sessions on the various expansions.

Videos
No.Title and LinkDescriptionDate
1Hearts of Iron 4 Live streamsEarlier previews of Hearts of Iron IV by the devs mixed with Q&A2014-08-18
2Hearts of Iron 4 #1 - Grand AmbitionsJohan Andersson, Dan Lind, Mats Virtanen, and Jakob Munthe discuss the design and ambitions of the fourth installment of the Hearts of Iron series.2016-03-15
3Hearts of Iron 4 #2 - Naval, Land and Air PowerJohan Andersson, Dan Lind, Mats Virtanen, and Jakob Munthe discuss the different types of warfare and how they're used in Hearts of Iron IV.2016-05-12
4Hearts of Iron IV - Beginner TutorialJake (aka DDRJake) hammers HoI4 beginner tutorials in a soothing, calming voice2016-05-30
5Hearts of Iron 4 #3 - Politics and CoupsJohan Andersson, Dan Lind, Mats Virtanen, and Jakob Munthe discuss on the political interactions in Hearts of Iron IV.2016-06-01
6PDX FanGathering 2016A sneak MP peak at the new HoI4 Together for Victory expansion at the 2016 PDX FanGathering2016-12-02
7Together for Victory - Feature SpotlightDan 'Podcat' Lind speaks on the upcoming Together for Victory country pack and patch 1.32016-12-07
8Death or Dishonor - Release TrailerRelease trailer detailing the features of the Death or Dishonor DLC for Hearts of Iron 4.2017-06-14
9Tutorial #1 - Interface OverviewAn in-depth interface tutorial with Daniel 'Da9L' Sjöberg and Christian Daflos (community manager).2017-10-25
10Tutorial #2 - Trade, Production, Division TemplatesThe 2nd part of the tutorial this time covering trade, production, and division templates. With Daniel 'Da9L' Sjöberg and Christian Daflos (community manager).2017-11-01
12Waking the Tiger #1 - ChinaDan 'Podcat' Lind and Gabriel Blum with details on the expanded representation of the Chinese fronts.2018-01-30
13Waking the Tiger #2 - Germany & DecisionsDan 'Podcat' Lind and Drikus Kuiper with details on alt-historic path in the German focus tree, the new decision system, as well as new mechanics around stability and war support.2018-02-01
14Waking the Tiger #3 - Chain of CommandDan 'Podcat' Lind and Kandra Dahlgren with details on the new Chain of Command mechanic and commander traits, the new command power mechanic and division namelists/insignias.2018-02-07
15Hearts of Iron IV - Patch 1.5 'Cornflakes'Dan 'Podcat' Lind expands on the free 1.5 patch (aka Cornflakes) accompanying the Waking the Tiger expansion.2018-02-09
16PDXCon 2018 - News From The FrontDan Lind, Game Director of Hearts of Iron IV, discusses the future of HOI and its upcoming update Man the Guns.2018-05-20
Let's Plays
No.Title and LinkDescriptionStart dateEnd date
1World War WednesdayDaniel Sjöberg (replacing Jakob Munthe as Nazi Germany) faces off against Johan Andersson (as Jolly England) in the war of the century, testing out the ins and outs of Hearts of Iron IV2015-12-022016-03-10
2World War Wednesday - Pre-releaseJake and Daniel showcasing single player campaigns and co-op nations2016-03-172016-06-23
3The Three Day WarMultiplayer event of HoI4 where devs and youtubers vying for dominance2016-06-142016-06-16
4Together for Victory - Launch Dev MPTogether for Victory feature stream by Dan and Daniel2016-12-082016-12-14
5Death or DishonorDaniel 'Da9L' Sjöberg and Dan 'Podcat' Lind taking a sneak peak at the upcoming HoI4 Country Pack2017-04-262017-06-15
6Chain of CommandMultiplayer event of HoI4 where devs and youtubers vying for dominance2017-08-16
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