Hearts of Iron IV HOI IV | Open Beta Update (No (10th April 2026)
Hearts of Iron IV's Open Beta skips a week, with Game Designer Zwirbaum confirming no client update today and a return to the regular schedule next week.
This week's Hearts of Iron IV Open Beta update is a no-show. Game Designer Zwirbaum posted today confirming there will be no client change for the Open Beta this week, with the next scheduled update expected to land next week as normal.
The current beta client remains at Musketeer v1.17.5.2.9135 (050f), so if you're already on the beta branch, nothing changes on your end today. If you've been waiting to jump in and aren't sure how, the original Open Beta announcement covers the steps.
On the lighter side, Paradox did sneak in a teaser for a Snuggato Jumbo Plush, which, look, has nothing to do with patch balance but is apparently closing in fast. Full patch notes below, such as they are.
Full Patch Notes
Generals!
I’m Zwirbaum, Game Designer for Hearts of Iron, and today I will be the bearer of bad news. Today there will be NO Open Beta Update. We should return to the regularly scheduled beta updates next week.
Thanks for reading, and until next time, farewell!
/Zwirbaum
If you want to join the Open beta, but are unsure how to, check out the steps that are covered in the very first Open Beta announcement HERE
The latest beta client is Musketeer v1.17.5.2.9135 (050f)
Open Beta Update III Notes
New Notes next week!
On to plushier news..
Did you miss the recent Intel briefing from Command? A new Pride of the Fleet has been spotted over the Horizon and is closing in fast….
With the Fog clearing, the Snuggato Jumbo Plush will soon be Ruling the Waves in a sea near you!
Make sure toread the logistics report hereor click the image below~
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