Crisis in the Kremlin During the Cold War, you can learn how to increase your income and fix the Soviet economy from the details in this guide.
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Crisis in the Kremlin: How to Make Money
Looking to dominate in Crisis in the Kremlin The Cold War by transforming the USSR into an economic powerhouse? This detailed strategy guide breaks down how to efficiently boost your income, modernize your infrastructure, and achieve financial dominance without triggering collapse.
From smart research paths to doctrine changes and trade route optimization, here’s how to make a lot of money and repair the Soviet economy step by step.
Opening Strategy
- Financial Planning for Long-Term Gains
Start by optimizing your finances to support aggressive research. The ultimate goal early on is to rush Nuclear Power Plant Modernization. This not only prevents the Chernobyl disaster (a massive money sink) but also reduces your reliance on expensive imports and decreases envelope usage.
- Cut unnecessary imports to reduce overhead.
- Scale back envelope distribution early. You can reintroduce it later if you need a boost in political influence.
- Allocate resources heavily into research to unlock economic technologies faster.
- Prioritize Key Technologies
Efficient tech investment can double your progress. Here’s the best approach:
- Research Priorities:
- Proton Collider: Boosts scientific capacity.
- Nuclear Power Plant Modernization: Essential to avoid Chernobyl and reduce energy costs.
- Emphasis on Local Conflicts: Strengthens your influence in military hotspots.
- Bonus Tip: Invest in the Spy Satellite under the Star Wars initiative. It’s useful for intelligence and tech leverage later.
Note: Military research uses a different science pool than civilian tech, allowing you to pursue both paths without interference.
Expanding Trade
- How to Grow Income on the Map? Access the Trade Map
Navigate to the top of the main map and activate the Trade Mode. This shows all potential trade partners. Establishing these trade routes early is critical for compounding long-term income.
- Priority Trade Agreements
Start building trade relations right away. These initial trade deals may seem minor, but they lay the groundwork for explosive income growth once doctrines are adjusted.
- Immediately secure a trade deal with Burkina Faso. Sometimes their alignment changes, blocking trade access later.
- Avoid early trade agreements with Laos, Cambodia, and Libya if you plan to align with them via scripted events.
- Focus on nations aligned with the Third World Bloc if you plan to support them in future conflicts or diplomatic events.
Changing Doctrine
In April 1986, once the “Settling into the Job” modifier expires, take swift action:
- Switch the Alliance Management Doctrine from “Unified, but Sovereign” to “Economic Unification.”
This unlocks the ability to economically integrate other nations and begins a snowball effect on your income.
Invite Key Nations into Comecon
Start inviting trade partners into Comecon (Council for Mutual Economic Assistance) to exponentially grow income:
Recommended countries:
- Syria
- Laos
- Libya
This integration significantly boosts your trade revenue and political clout.
Expand Through Conflict and Diplomacy
Military Campaigns That Pay Off
Wars can be profitable if managed correctly. Winning these conflicts lets you integrate victorious nations into Comecon:
- Angola
- Afghanistan
- Ethiopia
Once integrated, these countries contribute to trade income and geopolitical strength.
Switch to Direct Management
To maximize profits further, make the following strategic moves:
- Save 250 money and 250 power points.
- Change the Diplomatic Line Doctrine to “Open Confrontation.”
- With that unlocked, change Alliance Management Doctrine again to “Direct Management.”
Why This Matters:
- This change results in a 4x–5x increase in trade income.
- It positions the USSR as the central economic hub of the communist world.
- It sets you up for long-term domination both diplomatically and financially.
Rebuild the Soviet Economy and Dominate the Cold War
By following this strategic guide to Crisis in the Kremlin, you’ll not only stabilize the Soviet economy but turn it into a global financial juggernaut. Key takeaways include:
- Prioritize nuclear modernization and high-impact technologies.
- Establish early trade deals with critical partners.
- Shift doctrines at precise moments for maximum economic gain.
- Expand your influence through wars and diplomacy.
- Transition to Direct Management for exponential income growth.
With smart planning and decisive moves, the USSR can thrive and win the Cold War.
