The patch introduced several "quality of life" and engine-level features:
Land unit movement was overhauled to be 5–6 times faster for motorized units, more accurately reflecting 24-hour operational cycles. This speed is now dynamically affected by terrain , weather , infrastructure , and season . Patch 1.03 Darkest Hour
Masters now receive full intelligence reports for puppets, even if not allied. Additionally, the patch fixed several bugs related to "force puppets to join alliance" settings. The patch introduced several "quality of life" and
Carriers with CAG type brigades were given more refined desired combat range calculations, and disorganised carriers/bombers were barred from damaging buildings. even if not allied. Additionally