Paradox Entertainment updated the official website for Hearts of Iron 2, a "grand strategy game depicting World War 2 in a real-time environment", with new screenshots (also available in our gallery). Hearts of Iron 2 will offer a redesigned map and interface, updated battle mechanics, re-worked technology tree, fine-tuned diplomacy and trade system, co-operative multiplayer and, apart from the four major campaigns, battle scenarios optimized for one or two evenings of gaming, as well as different multiplayer settings. Hearts of Iron 2 will be released next year: North America and Scandinavia January 4; Spain January 10; Germany and France January 21; Italy February 1; Australia and the UK February 18. The title has also been signed in Russia, Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Hungary. Be sure to check out the game intro movie and read our preview.