States of Power Units Hub
Master every unit type in States of Power: infantry, tanks, artillery, aircraft, navy. Counters, compositions, and tech tree.
States of Power features a diverse unit roster spanning every branch of warfare: infantry, armoured divisions, artillery, air forces, and naval fleets. Understanding what each unit type excels at — and what it struggles against — is fundamental to building an effective military.
Unit Counters
No unit in States of Power is universally superior. Every type has specific strengths and vulnerabilities that create rock-paper-scissors dynamics across the battlefield. Our Unit Counters guide provides a complete breakdown of every matchup so you can compose armies that exploit your opponent’s weaknesses.
Army Composition
Individual units are only as effective as the army they are part of. Our Army Composition guide explains how to combine different unit types into balanced divisions that cover each other’s weaknesses and amplify collective effectiveness.
Technology Tree
Units improve as you research new technologies. Our Technology Tree guide maps every unlockable unit upgrade, optimal research paths for different strategic approaches, and the timing of key military technology milestones.
Naval and Air Units
Naval and air units operate on separate theatres and require dedicated production and research investment. Naval fleets control sea lanes, protect convoys, and enable amphibious operations. Air forces provide strategic bombing, close air support, and air superiority. Neither branch should be neglected in a balanced military, but both should be scaled to your strategic priorities rather than built to maximum capacity.
Specialised Units
Beyond the standard infantry, armour, and artillery branches, States of Power includes specialised units such as paratroopers for airborne operations, marines for amphibious assaults, and strategic bombers for deep strikes against enemy industry. These units are produced less frequently but can be decisive in specific strategic situations. Understanding when and how to deploy specialised units is what separates good players from great ones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about States of Power.
What is the most powerful unit type in States of Power?
There is no single most powerful unit. Tanks are devastating against infantry but vulnerable to anti-tank units. Artillery dominates entrenched infantry but requires protection from cavalry. The most effective force is a balanced composition that covers all vulnerabilities.
Can I customise division templates?
Yes. Each division can be customised with different ratios of unit types. Changing templates is done through the military panel and costs military factory output to retrain existing divisions.
What determines unit strength besides type?
Unit strength is determined by equipment quality (from technology research), morale, supply status, terrain modifiers, and whether the division is defending or attacking. Even a numerically superior force can lose if any of these factors are adverse.