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The video delves into the complexities and chaos of a heavily modified game, with the mod significantly amplifying various game elements by a factor of 1000. Key figures like Mussolini and Hirohito grapple with naval and political challenges, while nations such as Germany, Italy, and the Soviet Union experience huge yet imbalanced factory build-ups. Early conflicts emerge atypically, with France and China facing internal and external struggles. The Spanish Civil War concludes swiftly, and shifting political landscapes see unexpected leaders like Alf Landen in the US and democratic movements in Japan.
Geopolitical turmoil is further illustrated by Brazil's aggressive expansion, warlord attacks in China, and erratic invasions in South America and East Asia. As World War II unfolds, France aligns with the Allies, while the Axis and Comintern grow more influential, with participation from unlikely allies like the US, Peru, and Bolivia. Shifts in alliances and power, such as the rise of democratic insurgencies in China and Franco's war with Portugal, highlight the unpredictable nature of the game, exacerbated by the drastic effects of the mod. The narrator concludes by noting the game's broken state and the unconventional wartime strategies employed by the AI, while also thanking supporters of the video.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the issues with convoy systems and naval dockyards in the game, particularly mentioning Mussolini’s abundant dockyards. The focus then shifts to a mod that amplifies game modifiers by a factor of 1000, which drastically changes construction speeds, building factors, experience gains, and other in-game attributes. The speaker acknowledges the strain this mod puts on their computer and doubts the game will remain stable for long.
They highlight disparities in manpower across nations, noting vast differences such as Germany’s 66 million and Soviet manpower numbers compared to North American countries. The mod portrays Italy as having unparalleled industrial power. Interestingly, the first civil war in the game erupts in France, not Spain, showing early conflict.
The speaker humorously notes Ethiopia quickly expelling Italians from Africa despite the modifiers, indicating the Italian military’s weaknesses. They also mention the ongoing Spanish civil war, where Republican Spain’s superior factory count gives them an advantage over Nationalist Spain. The segment concludes with a glance at Italy’s production tab, where their extensive number of factories shows a focus on shipbuilding.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the narrator discusses the dynamics of naval dockyards, factory construction, and political changes in the game. Benito is developing his fleet, while Hirohito faces issues with negative convoys. Japan appears to be leaning towards democracy. The campaign has progressed to 1937, with significant factory build-ups across nations. FDR was replaced by Alf Landen, known for his strong constitutionalist stance. The first conflict outside of civil wars arises as China attacks a Warlord, revealing flaws in the mod regarding focus and research slot balances. The Soviets’ accumulation of civilian factories causes concern. The Spanish Civil War concludes rapidly, and political power maneuvers by major leaders like Adolf are noted. Germany and Italy lead in factory numbers, surpassing the Soviet Union and the U.S. The narrator activates auto-complete focus trees to experiment, revealing convoy issues and unusual wartime strategies, particularly in Mussolini’s actions. Finally, Brazil makes unexpected advancements.
00:06:00
In this segment, the video discusses the geopolitical dynamics involving several countries. Brazil has recently taken over Venezuela, boosting its factory count to 12,000. However, Brazil faces challenges due to its naval experience being capped at 50,000. Germany remains a significant force with 26,000 factories but lacks sufficient military factories. The speaker notes the game’s broken state, especially the manpower figures. The focus then shifts to China’s internal struggle against Japan; China’s independence and the strategic moves by Italy and Brazil. Peru’s invasion of Chile is highlighted, along with Japan’s shift towards democracy and its impact on Korea. The video observes an unpredictable situation in East Asia, describing ongoing conflicts like France attacking Iraq and Iran invading Afghanistan. Lastly, the speaker predicts China’s downfall and potential civil war issues for Hirohito.
00:09:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the chaotic geopolitical situation, noting that the Communists are likely to win, especially with Mao as part of the Comintern. The peace deal results in Turkey taking eight states and Afghanistan puppetizing the rest. They comment on the unusual borders and the shift of Iraq towards democracy under the French influence. The onset of World War II is depicted as typical, with France joining the Allies, and the US, Peru, and Bolivia joining the Axis. The Comintern is described as a significant threat, and the Japanese war and Franco’s declaration on Portugal are highlighted, bringing more countries into the Comintern. Additionally, a democratic uprising in China aligns it with the Allies. Brazil’s role is also discussed, with a D-Day-like invasion occurring through the Mediterranean into Iberia. The segment ends with a brief overview of territories taken by various countries and an appreciation message to supporters of the video.