Take your republic back to its ideological roots with Early Start, a historical expansion for Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic. Begin your journey in the 1930s, 40s, or 50s—decades marked by rapid industrialization, central planning, and global upheaval. Confront the logistical, technological, and social limitations of the era as you lay the groundwork for a Soviet superpower.

Plan your economy around steam engines, coal power, and early industrial methods. Manage slower transport, lower efficiency, and limited infrastructure—all while researching transformative technologies to unlock modern architecture, transport, and capabilities. Adapt to the times, overcome historical constraints, and guide your people toward a brighter socialist future.

Key FeaturesStart in the 1930s, 40s, or 50s – A new historical starting point with era-specific challenges 90+ New Vehicles – Including steam locomotives, early trucks, trams, buses, aircraft, ships, and moreCoal-Powered Industry – Manage coal-based logistics with steam construction and transport equipmentEra-Appropriate Architecture – Build with brick, early utilities, and simplified infrastructure Time-Gated Research – Unlock key technologies based on historical timelinesIconic Monuments – Construct grand symbols to boost morale and national prideTwo New Maps – Develop your republic in Moscow or St. Petersburg, or any base-game map with new starting conditions