Imperial Command

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• Patch Notes·27 Feb 2026Official

  Demo update 1.0.4f

  This is the final demo update before full release tomorrow!This patch continues the work on speeding up gameplay. Matches that once stretched far longer now average around 45 minutes to complete. That was the original design goal, and as a result, the game length feels much better.AI has also received a major upgrade with a new adaptive difficulty system.Major ChangesFaster GameplayStarting units reduced from 10 → 5Cost per unit reduced from 30 → 20After a successful attack, the game now immediately transitions to victory resolution instead of waiting for End TurnStandard turn actions reordered for smoother flowThese changes are aimed at accelerating the pace of player turns.Card System ReworkThe card-playing and discarding systems have been completely redesigned and combined into a single action.Interface ImprovementsFully redesigned the card interfaceCards can now be played directly by clicking them in your hand (no separate "Play Cards" action required for Keyboard/Mouse Players)Discarding and playing cards are now unified into one action for both Keyboard/Mouse and Controller players.Card Changes"Add Unit" cards now require selecting a tile once, and all units from the card are placed there automatically. "Add Unit" card counts rebalancedFactory card icons updated to visually reflect Factory Tier (smokestack count now matches the factory Tier)Adaptive AI DifficultyAI opponents now dynamically adjust their difficulty based on player experience. The AI evaluates:Total games playedWin/loss ratio in games that included AI playersThis allows newer players to ease in while providing a greater challenge for experienced players.New Game Setup OptionsGame Hosts can now reorder turn order during game setupUI ImprovementsNumerous changes to improve speed and usabilityUnit count icon updated on tile (soldier replaces plane)Tutorial toggle key changed from Space → TabMiscellaneousAdded "Skie" splash screen on game startThis update represents the final major demo iteration be...
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• Patch Notes·16 Feb 2026Official

  Demo Update 0.6.36f

  The Imperial Command demo has received a major update focused on significantly reducing match length. During testing, we found that games could previously stretch to over three hours. They are finishing in about one hour now. That is still too long, but it's a good step in the right direction. This update introduces achievements, a smaller map, rebalances to the economy and cards, improvements to dice combat, and improved AI behavior.Why These Changes Were MadeGameplay testing has shown that Imperial Command naturally moves through three main stages: Early Game, Mid Game, and Late Game.Early Game – Players focus on claiming tiles and positioning themselves for long-term advantage. Multiple strategies have emerged here. Some players spread out aggressively to secure as much territory as possible, while others cluster their starting positions and consolidate units for an early concentrated attack. Mid Game – Players begin actively attacking to gain ground. During testing, a "pendulum effect" frequently appeared: one player would gain significant territory during their turn, only for the next player to undo much of that progress. This back-and-forth loop could feel unending, making it difficult to identify a clear leader and, if prolonged, could slow the game’s momentum and make the game boring. Many of the balance changes in this update are specifically designed to reduce this effect and create more decisive shifts in power.Late Game – A clear leader typically emerges, and the endgame often becomes about consolidation and cleanup. However, certain card pulls could occasionally push the game back into a prolonged mid-game state. Several adjustments have been made to reduce the likelihood of that happening, while still preserving meaningful comeback potential.Some back-and-forth is healthy and keeps the game exciting. It prevents early runaway victories and allows players to recover from setbacks. The goal of this update is not to remove that effect, but to ensure it re...
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• Patch Notes·7 Feb 2026Official

  Demo Update 0.1.5.2f

  This update introduces new cards, a new system that lets players discard 2 cards and draw 1, and significant AI improvements. The UI has also received a major overhaul. There have also been various tweaks to balance the gameplayNew FeaturesNew Card Types Added:"Strategic Planning Session" - Draw 3 cards. Requires 2 cards to play"Command Staff Conference" - Draw 4 cards. Requires 2 cards to play"Grand Strategy Unveiled" - Draw 5 cards. Requires 2 cards to play"Hold the Line" - Protect a tile from attacks from other players until your next turn. Requires 2 cards to play"Naval Route Explored" - Place a free water route"Factory Retrofit" - Upgrade a factory for free (Tier 1)"Infrastructure Modernization" - Upgrade a factory for free (Tier 2)"Maximize Industrial Output" - Upgrade a factory for free (Tier 3)Discard Card System:Players can now discard 2 cards to draw 1 new cardBalance ChangesAI Improvements:AI delays reduced (2s → 1.5s long delay)Numerous AI behavior tweaks for attacking, defending, and card playAI now better evaluates when to buy units when attacking and defendingCard Rebalancing:Cards required to play reduced from 3 to 2 for most cardsAdjusted quantities of various cards in the deck"Air Power Arrives" and "Heavy Armor Deployed" unit amounts rebalancedMap ChangesThe average economy multiplier has been increased. This decreases the chance that a player who gets an early x5 tile will win the gameReduced the number of land tiles. This increases the chance that islands or a peninsula to formUI/UX ImprovementsCard UI Overhaul:Better visual feedback for playable/unplayable cardsCards show border highlighting when playable.Improved card selection and highlighting systemOther UI elements move out of the way when selecting cardsTutorial/Tooltip Improvements:Moved the tooltip to the top left cornerBetter tooltip visibility and behaviorImproved toggle between show/hide statesDice Roll InterfaceResized the UI and moved it to the top of the screenAdded compact dice di...
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• Announcements·1 Feb 2026Official

  AI Opponents Have Arrived

  The Imperial Command demo now supports AI players! You can battle against up to 5 AI opponents, letting you play games solo or mix AI and human players however you like. This update also includes a handful of minor UI tweaks.
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