Strategy · 2011
Darkest Hour: A Hearts of Iron Game
Developed by a team of experienced modders from the Paradox forum, Darkest Hour is a stand-alone Hearts of Iron game. The game features a mixture of short and in-depth campaigns set across the darkest chapters of the 20th century. Play from the outbreak of the Great War up until the onset of the Cold War. Darkest Hour…
Key facts
- Released
- 5 April 2011
- Genre
- Strategy
- Length
- ≈ 1 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC
- Studio
- Martin Ivanov
- Publisher
- Paradox Interactive
- Critics
- Metacritic 81
- Steam reviews
- 90% positive (2,011 reviews)
Where to buy
Why play it
- "Brainy" vibe
- You can come back forever
- Sandbox
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Darkest Hour: A Hearts of Iron Game?
Expect about 1 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Darkest Hour: A Hearts of Iron Game with friends?
No, Darkest Hour: A Hearts of Iron Game is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Darkest Hour: A Hearts of Iron Game on?
Darkest Hour: A Hearts of Iron Game is available on PC.
Is Darkest Hour: A Hearts of Iron Game a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 81. On Steam, 90% positive (2,011 reviews).
What games are like Darkest Hour: A Hearts of Iron Game?
In the same spirit: Hearts of Iron III, Victoria II and Steel Division 2.



