Sold over 5M copies on Steam as of June 2023.

Hearts of Iron is a grand strategy game set during the turbulent years of World War II. Lead any nation through the fires of global conflict—plan military campaigns, manage resources, forge alliances, and rewrite history on a massive scale. Victory isn't just about firepower—it's about strategy, logistics, and the will to lead your nation to glory (or survival). Hearts of Iron first released in 2002, most recent game is Hearts of Iron IV, released 2016.

Large, big-box retailers that carry a broad range of products. Ex: Walmart, Target, and Tesco.

Traditional, multi-category stores with mid-to-high price ranges. Ex: Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, and John Lewis.

Slightly more value-focused than high-end department stores. Ex: Kohl’s, and Dillard’s.

Extreme value-focused retailers offering low-priced goods. Ex: Dollar General, Family Dollar, and Poundland.

Sell surplus or out-of-season merchandise at lower prices. Ex: T.J. Maxx, Ross, Marshalls, and Outlet Malls.

Bulk or club buying model with membership-based retail. Ex: Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s Wholesale Club,

Primarily food-focused, but often include general merchandise sections. Ex: Kroger, Whole Foods, and Carrefour.

Hearts of Iron IV

Europa Universalis is a grand strategy game where players take control of a nation and guide it through centuries of exploration, warfare, diplomacy, and empire-building. Set in the dramatic era from the late Middle Ages to the early modern period, the game offers deep historical detail, complex mechanics, and endless replayability. Whether you're rewriting history or recreating it, Europa Universalis is all about shaping the fate of the world—one calculated decision at a time. Europa Universalis first released 2000, and Europa Universalis V was released November 2025.

Stores focused on broad reach and/or price sensitivity.

Europa Universalis V

Reached 100,000+ concurrent Steam players on release day.

Cities: Skylines is a city-building simulation game where your imagination is the only limit. Design, build, and manage the city of your dreams—from bustling streets and towering skyscrapers to green parks and public services. Whether you're solving traffic nightmares or crafting urban masterpieces, Cities: Skylines is all about turning your vision into reality, one building at a time. Cities: Skylines I released 2015, Cities: Skylines II released 2023.

Cities: Skylines II

Sold over 200k units in first 24 hours, setting new revenue record at the time.

Stellaris is a grand strategy game set in the vast reaches of space, where you lead your empire from the first steps of interstellar travel to galactic dominance. Explore strange new worlds, encounter alien civilizations, and make choices that shape the fate of your species. Deep strategy meets sci-fi storytelling in a universe where anything is possible. Stellaris was first released 2016.

Stellaris

Sold over 4M copies worldwide as of April 2025.

Crusader Kings is a grand strategy RPG where you lead a medieval dynasty through generations of intrigue, ambition, and glory. From plotting assassinations to forging alliances, your choices shape the fate of kingdoms—and the drama never stops. It's not just about ruling—it's about surviving, scheming, and leaving a legacy that echoes through the ages. Crusader Kings first released 2024, most recent game is Crusader Kings III, released 2020.

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