Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic ‒ Early Start is a DLC expansion that lets players begin their republic in earlier decades (1930s, 1940s, or 1950s). It introduces new vehicles, buildings, and historical constraints to capture the feel of a developing Soviet-era industrial state. Players must work with slower technologies, era-appropriate architecture, and coal-powered infrastructure to build up over time.
Key Features
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Start your game in the 1930s, 40s, or 50s
 Each era comes with limitations and challenges, including restricted technology, slower development, and more primitive infrastructure.
 
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Over 90 new vehicles
 Includes steam locomotives, early trucks, trams, buses, aircraft, and ships, featuring both Soviet and NATO designs.
 
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Coal as a central resource
 Power engines, buildings, and transport systems primarily through coal before the widespread use of oil and electricity.
 
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New building types and architectural styles
 Construct facilities that reflect the design, scale, and materials used in mid-20th-century development.
 
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Revised technology progression
 Unlocks unfold gradually, mirroring historical advancements from basic coal industry to more modern power and transport.
 
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Iconic monuments
 Add historical landmarks to your republic for visual impact and prestige.
 
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Two new maps: Moscow and St. Petersburg
 Available in multiple starting conditions: populated with infrastructure, semi-developed, or entirely blank for full control.
 
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Full compatibility with other content
 Works with all existing maps, including those from the base game, World Maps, and Biomes DLC.