Albania – Land of Eagles

Welcome to Albania, 1920! A land of rugged mountains, winding rivers, picturesque coastlines, and challenging terrain.

Set during the early interwar period, this map takes you through the heart of the Balkans, stretching from the southern tip of Montenegro, across Albania, and reaching into neighbouring Greece. From the Adriatic coastline to the imposing peaks of the Albanian Alps, there is plenty of ground to conquer.

🏔️ Challenging Terrain

Don't let the beautiful scenery fool you! This is a fairly challenging map, featuring harsh mountainous terrain, narrow valleys, winding rivers, and difficult routes between settlements. Building efficient railway networks and connecting remote communities will require careful planning, patience, and perhaps a little engineering genius.

🏙️ Hand-Placed Cities & Industries

Cities, towns, and industries have all been manually placed to create a more authentic and immersive experience. Settlements are positioned to reflect the region's geography, while industries provide opportunities to develop trade networks and connect the various corners of the map. No randomly scattered cities here!

🌍 A Wider Balkan Experience

The map isn't limited to Albania's borders. It stretches from the southern reaches of Montenegro down through Albania and into parts of northern Greece, incorporating additional cities and landscapes from the surrounding region. This gives you a broader playground for building international connections and ambitious transportation networks.

📜 A Country in Transition – 1920

Step into the Balkans during a turbulent period of European history. Albania is a young state finding its footing after years of conflict and political uncertainty. Transportation infrastructure is still developing, settlements await better connections, and opportunities for industrial growth are waiting to be seized.

Can you help modernize this corner of the Balkans and build the foundations for a prosperous future?

👑 His Majesty's Ambition – The Expansion of Tirana

His Majesty King Zog has grand ambitions for the Albanian capital, and he expects you to deliver! Your primary challenge is to transform Tirana into a sprawling, prosperous metropolis worthy of its status as the heart of Albania.

Expand the city as far as your infrastructure allows, attract new residents, establish industries, and turn this modest settlement into the jewel of the Balkans.

His Majesty expects results, and there will be no excuses about mountains, rivers, or difficult terrain!

Can you make Tirana the greatest city in the Balkans?

Rroftë Shqipëria! Long live Albania, and happy building!