States of Power Guides Hub
Master States of Power: guides covering getting started, combat tactics, economics, supply, multiplayer, and more.
Our Getting Started guide is the perfect entry point for new players. Learn the core mechanics, interface, and your first steps as a nation leader.
Ready to dominate? Our How to Win Your First War guide covers battle tactics, unit positioning, and supply line management.
Economics win wars as much as armies do. Dive into our Economy Guide to master factories, market access, loans, and resource management.
Never let your troops go hungry. Our Supply Lines guide explains how to protect your logistics and keep your divisions fighting.
Want to create your own world? The Scenario Editor Guide teaches you how to design custom countries, borders, events, and more.
Playing with others? Check out our Multiplayer Guide for diplomacy tips, betrayal strategies, and competitive PvP advice.
Wars are often decided before the first shot. The Diplomacy Guide covers alliances, independence guarantees, volunteers, and why you must declare war before you march.
Trying the free Steam demo? Demo and France explains the France-only lock, morale bars, and a session plan that does not suicide into Germany on day one.
Explore ideology and conflict with our Civil War and Ideologies guide — switch factions, trigger uprisings, and reshape your nation.
Economy and Production
Every aspect of your war machine depends on industrial output. Building factories, managing the construction queue, trading on the world market, and deciding when to take loans are decisions that compound over the campaign. The Economy Guide covers every economic lever in detail.
Scenario Editor
The built-in Scenario Editor lets you redraw national borders, create custom nations, write scripted events, and share your scenarios with the community. Both the editor and its outputs are fully covered in our dedicated guide.
Advanced Topics
Beyond the introductory guides, our collection includes in-depth coverage of civil war mechanics, multiplayer strategy, supply line management, diplomacy, the France demo, and nation-specific approaches. These guides assume you are comfortable with the core gameplay loop and are ready to develop mastery in specific areas. Browse the full guides list — including pages that sit past the eight-item navigation dropdown — on this hub. Every guide in this collection has been tested against actual gameplay scenarios and refined based on community feedback.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about States of Power.
What is the best way to start in States of Power?
Start with our Getting Started guide. Focus on building 2-3 infantry divisions early, secure your borders, and develop at least one goods factory before day 500. Never spread your military production across too many unit types simultaneously — concentrate resources on a single effective template.
Can I play States of Power solo?
Yes. The game is designed for smooth single-player with AI opponents. A full match fits in one session and provides a complete strategic arc from crisis to resolution.
Does States of Power have multiplayer?
Yes, it supports online PvP with global and private messaging for diplomacy. Multiplayer sessions typically last two to four hours depending on player count and game speed settings.