The Great Wave expansion for Victoria 3 has been released

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Two-thirds of the Earth's surface is covered in water, which means that whoever controls the oceans can control the world. That’s why the release of the naval-themed expansion The Great Wave is so important for the strategy Victoria 3. Players now have new diplomatic opportunities and a range of new historical narratives related to the Japanese Empire and its push for reforms in the face of internal, industrial, and international pressures.

With a special tool, players will have full control over the construction of ships ready to set sail. Shipyards produce military ships designed to meet state needs and demand in the international market. The The Great Wave expansion is also included in the seasonal pass Volume 3.

Key features of Victoria 3: The Great Wave:

  • Ship Designer: design and build a fleet according to your country’s strategic needs. Build powerful but costly vessels to exert influence on other nations across the ocean, or choose efficient solutions to protect your own shores.
  • Flagships: create your own flagship that will lead your fleet to victory.
  • Ship Purchase Agreements: sell your ships to other countries around the world and profit from shipbuilding capabilities.
  • Gunboat Diplomacy: Use your fleet to influence other countries through new diplomatic actions.
  • Narrative Content:
    • Lead Japan during a time of social and political upheaval in the late Edo period, when the samurai Tokugawa rule faced growing challenges of the times. Adapt to the changing internal and international situation or rise against it and reform the country to realize your own vision of this historical moment.
  • Ensure Japan's emergence onto the world stage and outpace the Western powers at their own game. Use your fleet to extend Japan's influence beyond its home islands, and compete with powerful neighbors for territory and influence.
  • New Historical Characters
  • New elements of clothing, Japanese-style building designs, user interface, map, and table elements.

More details at the site.