The next Hotfix is ready, and this time it includes much more than just a few bug fixes. To make the game experience more enjoyable for new players, we are introducing several new features aimed at making the learning curve less steep during the first playthroughs. However, experienced players can still choose to play in the old “ironman” style.
Government grants are a new mechanic that has been added to the game. With this new feature, each time you approach bankruptcy, the government will step in and subsidize your company with a certain amount of money. The amount and number of subsidies are limited and depend on the selected difficulty level. Note that for any difficulty level, you can always choose the “Ironman” mode, effectively deactivating this “grant” mechanic if you want to play without any compromises or “second chances.”
Another new addition is a useful hint added to the tank role assistant. Now, when you select a tank role in the Assistance tool, your engineers will advise you on which tank hull they recommend as a base for your tank design. Note that there is usually more than one way to create a successful design for any given tank role, so make sure to experiment until you find your best design!
Following the feedback, we have revised the compatibility of alloy and assembly type. From this moment on, you are no longer limited to using contemporary alloy and assembly modifications for your structural components. Moreover, we have revisited the UI, hopefully making it easier and more user-friendly.
We also added multiple QoL changes that were requested or voted on by the community. These include new sorting options for the Contract Centre, the possibility to archive rival designs in Reverse Engineering, limiting tank fame to avoid fame exploits in contracts, and others
Finally, we are very happy to add another language to the game. Now the game can be experienced in simplified Chinese as well!
Thank you for your continued support! FunGI Team
Features
Added “Government grants” feature
Added “Ironman mode” for those who appreciate an extra challenge
Extended game localization to simplified Chinese
Added the “archive” possibility for rival designs in the Reverse Engineering building
Added a new “News” option that displays only the battles in which your tank participated
Added sorting options for the Contract Centre
Changes
Revisited compatibility limitations for alloy and assembly types
Adjusted achievement point generation for research. Now, each completed research yields more achievement points
Further adjustments to building maintenance
Introduced a maximum value for Tank fame at 100 points
Added a tooltip explaining the “Outcome” phase in a battle scene
Extended tooltip for the Tank role, providing a hint on what hull would be a good starting base for a corresponding tank design
Removed legacy gameplay resources from the game
Removed armoured seal from component age calculation
Added tooltips for news settings
Fixes
Disabled crew role switching in Tutorial
Fixed the bank's loan payback bug
T-28/Tiger turret adjust
M3 Lee textures fixed and protruding gun
Fixed A12_MkII_MatildaII_casted_Turret_Medium asset in A1E1_Hull
Fixed exception raised on Manual View close event
Fixed exception on loading additional hull models in the production scene
Fixed the cycled exception in the Factory Ground scene raised on scene switching
Fixed a bug triggered by hiding design series with empty items
Fixed an issue with the wrong icon for the archive button
Fixed an issue with the stuck archive filter
Fixed a glitch with “levitating” Medium universal e1/37 turret
Fixed a glitch with the lost sprocket connection to the Medusa Mk 1 running gear
Fixed a bug causing wrong component and design previews creations for the same user's session
Fixed a bug with missing MG on the Medium Universal Mk2/37 on the independent
Fixed a bug with negative values for the top armor thickness and top ricochet attributes for the Medium Universal MK1/36 turret
Fixed an issue with the wrong tooltip text for the Sides Ricochet attribute
Changed crew bonus modification radio F/A NO 5 from gunner to loader
Added a default hatch to Medium Universal Mk4/38 turret
Fixed a bug that was causing fame reduction even in the event of a draw battle outcome
Added missing alloy types for several structural components
Fixed a bug with the missing recoil guard for SA 34 47/L30
Fixed an issue with missing default vision ports for Female Mk2 sponson
Fixed a bug that caused an unbounded growth in the required number of turrets, MG’s, and guns for several Tank roles
Addresses multiple localization and missing text issues
WW2 Content Update released
Greetings, Arms Dealers!
We are very excited to share with you the WW2 Era Update!
With a new World War approaching, the tank engineers are rushing to perfect their design and prepare them for the challenges that are approaching. Follow their tracks or design your own tank combining the technologies of the Interwar and WW2 era!
Starting Monday March 31st 10:00 AM PST / 1PM EST the game will also have a Daily Deal with a 25% discount! It's the perfect time to jump in and experience the game at it's finest!
Update Summary:
12 new vehicles added including British, German, Russian and American tanks. It is important to note that we will continue to add WW2 tanks to the game as we continue the development
A total of 170+ research nodes introducing new components, modifications, and expendables
The possibility to combine and mix components from the Interwar and WW2 periods
Tank role roster expanded with 12 new roles to account for WW2 vehicles
Expanded factory ground functionality with new facilities, new administrator characters and additional process lines to pipeline your activities
Several important QoL improvements including Part compatibility assistant, component and part archiving and Design assistant in Engineering bureau and others
Extended possibility to select the Start era of your game into WW2 period
Game localization to 5 languages including German, French, Spanish, Russian, and Polish
The new era brings a rebalance to certain aspects of the game. We believe that these adjustments will enhance the overall experience, making it more enjoyable and immersive. Additionally, we have dedicated significant time to implementing crucial quality-of-life improvements based on your continuous feedback on Steam and our Discord channel.
However, please note that due to the extensive nature of these changes, your saved game files will not be compatible with version 1.1.8.0. Although we made every effort to ensure compatibility, the sheer magnitude of the alterations proved to be too substantial. To compensate for that, you can also select the Era 3 for a start-up! Thank you for your continued understanding and patience! FunGI Team
Patch content
Features:
WW2 Era content has been added, featuring new iconic British, German, Russian, and American tanks such as the Pz.VI Tiger, T34, IS-2, M3 Sherman, Churchill, Valentine, and others.
The in-game time has been extended to 1953.
The Research tree has been expanded to over 170 nodes.
The game now offers the possibility of starting directly from Era 3.
Twelve new tank roles have been introduced for WW2 tanks.
Players now have the option to archive their tank and component designs and use this as a new filter option.
A part compatibility tool has been introduced, allowing players to see compatibility between different tank parts.
A "battle group" bonus has been added for tactical battles, reflecting support from regiments.
A "Design assistant" has been added to the Engineering Bureaux.
Assembly types have been expanded to include Welding and Casting assembly.
A new WW2 opponent, the SPG, has been added to army units.
Changes:
Administrator characters now retire at the age of 65. Please ensure you find a replacement in a timely manner!
Countries are now less aggressive in abandoning obsolete tanks.
Research node costs are now scaled according to the game difficulty level.
Purchased rival designs now unlock not only individual components but also a draft of the rival design in the Design Bureaux building.
The mass limit is no longer applied to tank designs in the Workshop. Create more diverse tanks and enjoy testing them on the Trial range.
Components now only accept modifications from the same era as the component itself.
Additional initial funds have been added.
The process of saving selected tank roles in the assistant has been reworked.
A tag has been added to Ongoing Conflicts where the player's tanks are involved.
Revisited Administrator perks for Era 2
Revisited bonuses for Workshop facilities for Production Hall.
Fixes:
Corrected the supply's clause logic for the success score discount for the player.
Resolved an issue with cloned designs that allowed the deletion of a parent design, even if it was being used in an active contract.
Addressed an issue with cloned designs that led to incorrectly calculated attribute group sums.
Fixed a bug related to the improper application of the "crew overload" penalty.
Rectified an issue where lobby-generated contracts were not included in the contract numbering.
Solved a problem that prevented players from painting tank designs in all colors at the beginning of the game.
Adjusted tank roles selection for the assistant.
Corrected an issue regarding the incorrect number of tanks in the "Accept contract" news.
Resolved a problem with stuck resource delivery during an Era change.
Fixed an issue related to sorting based on a tank's age.
Corrected resource holding names
Hotfix - 1.1.7.1
Changes
Added shell slot for Universal Var 1/27 turret
Added missing names for several territories
Adjusted attribute values for Tier 2 Ventilation modification
Extended Economical Male and Female tank role validity with 1 year
Extended Vanguard and Fusillade tank role validity with 1 year
Increased added resource capacity from Stockpile depot facility
Increase the start-up funds for Easy, Medium and Hard difficulty levels
BUGS
Fixed duplicate perks for russian Administrator
Fixed building system initialization caused facilities
Fixed design "Heavy Mark 1" loading
Fixed design "A7V" loading
Fixed failed save due to file access violation
Fixed failed save of design previews in the Design Bureaux
Fixed exception in the Engineering raised by the incorrect work of components filter
Patch V 1.1.7.0
Greetings, Arms Dealers!
The 1.1.7.0 Update is ready, and we are excited to release it to you!
As before, the patch introduces new content, several important changes to the game, and several fixes based on your feedback from Steam and Discord.
We continue to expand the world map. This time, it grew eastward to include Russia, China, and Japan. In addition to providing new battlegrounds and markets for your tanks, Russia introduces two new tanks from the Interwar Era: the T18 and T28 tanks. Inspired by the legendary Renault and Vickers designs, these tanks offer you even more options for experimentation and customization.
Additional efforts have been made to revisit country logic. Now, countries will be more eager to modernize their tank fleets with newer designs, raising their expectations for the tanks they are willing to purchase.
Significant changes have been made to the Tank Contract system. We have now introduced a Trade Office mechanic, which serves as a trade representation for your company. You must set up a Trade Office in every country where you wish to engage in tank trade. Establishing a Trade Office incurs costs, so careful planning is essential to determine where to expand your company.
Resource holdings are now part of the game. These holdings provide a stable income of a specific resource in exchange for a significant investment. As a player, you can choose to rely on external resource suppliers or reinvest your capital into resource holdings.
The Legal Centre is another addition to the game. Your lawyers are prepared to negotiate favorable conditions for tank contracts and labor unions, provided you have sufficient funds to pay for their services.
Finally, we have introduced War mechanics. With this mechanics in place, wars will span multiple military campaigns, with the possibility of allies joining the conflict. Countries will assemble even larger task forces to wage war, resulting in more intense fighting and, consequently, more frequent resupply contracts.
This patch also includes a significant amount of QoL changes, bug fixes, balancing adjustments, and text corrections. Don’t forget to check the complete patch details below or view the update notes directly in the game.
As we move forward along the roadmap, the WW2 Era update is beginning to take shape. Development is steady and in line with our plans.
We hope you enjoy this update, and as always, please don’t forget to share your thoughts and feedback with us!
FunGI Team
Update 1.1.7.0 content:
Features:
Another three major countries joined the race: Russia, China, and Japan.
Russia introduces 2 new Interwar tanks: T18 and T28
Countries now actively upgrade their Tank Corps with newer models
Introduced trade offices that unlock tank trade with the selected country.
Added resource holdings that grant access to a stable source of resources
Introduced a legal center allowing contract modifications and favorable HR conditions.
Added global wars consisting of several military campaigns. Allies can now join the conflict.
In the warehouse, added the option to edit the order after using the resource calculator
Balance and Changes :
Obsolete tank roles now remain accessible in Design Assistant but have an "Obsolete" marker
Added filter options for "obsolete" and “active” tank roles
Prevented counties from the creation of contracts for "Obsolete" tank roles
Added markers to "Resources" icons in the top toolbar to display active income from available resource holdings
Added legal clauses widgets to the Contracts center
Added legal clause widget to Espionage window
Added legal clause widget to Worker\Engineers window
Added additional monthly income info about active Resources holdings to resources widgets tooltip
Added additional steps in the Tutorial for added mechanics
Coloured negative attributes for modifications with red in Research Bureaux
Introduced special highlight for focus attributes in the contracts
Improved outcome visibility in the Development phase and Damage phase of the campaign
Increased start-up funds for Normal and Hard difficulty levels
Increased start-up resources for Hard difficulty level
Reduced "battle intensity" factor for “high” and “extreme” battles
Reduced armor protection and resistance for Armoured train and Armoured car units of the WW1 era
Increased shell damage by 3
Fixes:
Show the correct Crew requirement value in the component item in the Research department
Fixed creation "Supply" contract for the same unit multiple times
Fixed bug with the maximum number of facilities that can be built in case of fire accident
Fixed exception caused by finding old contracts by non-existent id
Fixed Contract Center's header layout. Text was broken
Fixed Achievements window header layout. Text was broken
Fixed incorrect negotiations block tutorial highlight area layout in diplomacy window
Fixed incorrect tracks displaying for Lindwurm in the Trial Range
Fixed contract ids in the contract center.
Fixed incorrect zero values for "Spall Penetration" in battle reports
Fixed incorrect localization for "Armor Penetration" tooltip.
Fixed different costs for cloned components in "Design"
Fixed displaying paint slots after the design was saved
Fixed loading state caused by an exception while preview pictures were creating
Fixed missing localizations, spelling errors and Territory names
Fixed filter reset for obsolete tank roles
Hotfix 1.1.6.1
- Fixed contracts creation on non-adopted country's role - Fixed contracts creation on non-adopted country's role. - Fixed calculations during the "penetration" phase. - Removed "numerical superiority" from the bonus list in the outcome phase.
Patch V 1.1.6.0
Greetings, Arms Dealers!
We’re excited to present our holiday gift: the 1.1.6.0 Patch is now available!
This patch introduces new content, several important changes to the game, and numerous fixes based on your feedback from Steam and Discord.
North America is now unlocked, with the USA leading the charge. In addition to providing a new market for your tanks, the United States introduced two new tanks from the Interwar Era: the T1 Cunningham and the M1921. Get your hands on these new tanks and experiment with combinations by mixing them with British, German, and French models.
Additional efforts have been directed toward quality of life improvements. To reduce clutter, filter settings now allow multiple choices, enabling you to fine-tune them to your preferences in all scenes.
We have also revisited various tooltips and UI elements in the Design, Engineering, and Contract scenes to make number management more transparent.
Staff management has also been enhanced. You can now hire or fire employees from anywhere in the game, eliminating the need to visit the Administration each time.
Design defects have also been revisited. They are now explained in greater detail, clearly distinguishing between crew-related issues and design limitations. Furthermore, addressing defects no longer requires travel to the Proving Grounds; you can now handle amendments directly, albeit at a higher cost. Note, Proving Grounds is temporarily disabled until new game mechanics are in place!
We also did a good portion of bug hunting, balancing, and text corrections. Don’t forget to check at the complete Patch details below or check the update note directly from the game.
We continue to work further along the Road Map. In the next update, you can expect some new exciting features to be added and even more countries to enter the tank race, enriching the Interwar tank portfolio even further. We are also steadily progressing towards the WW2 Era update, expect more news on that very soon!
Happy New Year to All!
FunGI Team
Update 1.1.6.0 content:
Features:
Added North America with USA, Canada and Mexico
Added 2 new Interwar unique tanks: T1E1 Cunnigham and M1921
Added multiple filter selection for designs\components
Introduced group attribute values for Design and Engineering scenes
Unified attribute value calculation between Contracts and Design scene
Revisited contract window by explicitly showing success score per attributes and groups
Enable staff management (workers and engineers) from anywhere in the game
Save selected "sorting/filter" options (per scene)
Balance and Changes :
Add coloring of attribute group sum
Add defect display due to missing crew requirements in Design bureaux
Add filtering components and mod compatibility by era
Save in-game settings for each new game save file
Added designed tank roles specification in tank design item
Add text in the tooltip about reputation and add a supporting icon in the contract
Added tooltip for new "defect amend" button
Added wrap scroll for news list
Defect “fix” button relocated to tank item
Defect amendment costs increased but no longer require factory tests to be conducted at Proving grounds
Proving Grounds is temporarily disabled until new game mechanics is in place
Diminishing return formula for attribute for multiple entities replaced with “maximum”
Added alloys for Era 1 and 2 for France/Germany/USA/Russia
Increased crew slots for LK2_Ausf B with 1 extra slot
Increased max weight for Leichtwagen with 500
Increased crew slots for Medium Mark1 with 1 extra slot
Increased internal volume for Light Mark E with 1t
Add locales for new buttons in the toolbar
Tank fame generation revisited (nerfed)
Sight Tier 1 mods revisited
Removed "commander bonus" for Sight Tier 1 Mk2 mod
Fixes:
Wrong preview of Ricardo PU in Design when completing a tank design
Unified rounding of attribute values in design
Fixed broken cameras on some tanks
Filtering of tank roles didn't work properly in the espionage center
Lk2 Ausf A weapon had incorrect placement and was outside the hull on a Test drive
Fixed "Esc" handling for dialogs and windows.
Fixed an issue in the Workshop when new component markers appeared in the engineering
Fixed incorrect percentage of completeness for components in reverse engineering
Fixed broken camera for several components on Mark I with Centipede
Fixed applying camouflage for tank designs in "Design".
FT-17 and Lutin track inserts have the wrong direction on a test drive
Fixed an issue when the achievement progress bar in era II was normed not to 400k
Non-existent countries in the tooltip of the adopted roles window in the assistant
Fixed incorrect value of the sum of attributes on the item of rival designs
Dahu tracks inserts Light Grouses и Grouses are not displayed
Seals wrongly counted as Turrets/MG or Guns
The head of the German Empire headquarters was shown without a name
Fixed a bug when KWK 36 37/L45 fires two shells at once
Wrong Success Score coloring in contract
Fixed memory leak in a long-time game session
Expand the list of attributes for crew requirements in the Tutorial
Fixed an issue when the capacity of the logistics company was not updated when the contract expired the day before the end of delivery
Very small font in the tooltip with long design names
Fixed orientation of the Tarasque tracks on test drive
Patch 1.1.5.0 - Quick fixes
- LK2 and LK2 Gun improved movement control on trial range - Improved Trial Range trenches passing - Fixed. Countries units tanks didn't reset on "Restock" contracts applied for certain unit - Fixed incorrect accounting of in-game statistics at the end od the game - Fixed exceptions caused by quick selection of different designs in "Design" - Fixed exeption caused by setup of "Light Padder Stock" modificator - Fixed incorrect calculation of crew requirements for chosen components - Fixed exception on toggling designs in "Design" - Updated locales
Patch 1.1.5.0 - Quick Fixes
- Fixed exception in "Sandbox" mode caused by opening "Tank Roles" window
Patch V 1.1.5.0
Greetings, Arms Dealers!
1.1.5.0 Patch is now available for you!
In accordance with our Roadmap, this patch introduces several exciting new features to the game. The Design Assistant serves as a valuable tool for creating new tanks, displaying the tank roles currently sought by various countries and the requirements for each role.
The Espionage Centre enables you to view the tanks offered by your opponents. From this centre, you can acquire rival designs or procure tank trophies, provided you have sufficient funds.
For veteran players, we have introduced a Hardcore game mode that allows you to test your tycoon skills in a more challenging environment.
For new players, we have thoroughly revised the game Tutorial to provide a smoother initial experience. As part of this update, the very first tank, “Little Willie,” has also been added to the game. You can now test your design skills and determine if you can give this tank a second chance in the market and on the battlefield.
Additionally, significant efforts have been made to enhance quality of life features. Notably, you can now view all active processes for your buildings and idle employees, allowing you to manage your company from anywhere within the game.
As always, we have conducted extensive bug fixes, balancing adjustments, and text corrections.
The resource respawn rate has been increased, and accident risks have been reduced. Multiple components and modifications have been reviewed to enhance their appeal. Please review the complete patch details below or check the update notes directly within the game.
The team is committed to delivering the next content update promptly. You can look forward to more countries joining the tank race, each adding new Interwar tanks to the game. Finally, we are actively developing content for the World War II era.
Thank you for being a part of this exciting journey with us.
FunGI Team
Update 1.1.5.0 content:
Features:
New "Little Willie" tank added
Espionage feature added
Design Assistant for tanks design creation
Added "Hardcore" game mode
Added ability to "Dismiss" contracts
Added new attribute and facility to Administration quarter
New game Tutorial
Added Tutorial rewards
Facility construction revisited
Added detailed game stats to the end-game window
Balance:
Accident risk chance reduced
Increased resource production rates, especially for Interwar Era
Improved Material de 75/L36
Improved SfK 57/L26
Improved Mk2 Male
Increased maximum weight for "Lutin" RG
Decreased costs for Quinotar RG
Improved KwK 37 75/L24
Increased maximum weight for "Pegasus” Mk2
Added one extra crew slot for CA-17 FT Hull
Add shell and ammo sockets for A7V
“Gun breech” reduces “Loader” requirements
“Gun optics” reduces “Gunner” requirements
“MG stock” reduces “Gunner” requirements
“Transmission” reduces “Mechanic” requirements
“Suspension” reduces “Mechanic” requirements
“Radio” reduces “Commander” requirements
“Internal comm” reduces “Commander” and “Driver” requirements
Changes:
Added active process markers for all buildings
Added Idle worker markers
Added designed tank roles specification in tank item
Outdated “mini tutorial” and “dynamic legend” are disabled
Added contracts indices to Contract application centre
Allowed tanks repainting without design costs
Increased UI scrolling speed by x3
b]Fixes:
Fixed the bug that led to unlimited growth of tank regiment size
Fixed. Autosave didn't save state after new game started
Fixed the bug that sometimes yielded negative tank amount in the warehouse
Fixed. Heavy mkV V.2 was always failing the trial range test
Fixed. Game couldn’t start without internet access
Fixed percentage cumulative resistance expressed in % instead of numerical
Fixed a bug that caused different values for the number of tanks in the contracts window and in the news
Fixed a bug causing no application of Localization and Optimization bonuses
Fixed Power unit Phantom I6 cutting outside the LK2 AusfB hull
Fixed Power unit Renault i4 Mle2 cutting outside the Light Mark E Type B hull
Missing text and typos:[TAG-101]
Fixed discovered and reported typos and added missing text descriptions
Dev. Update: October
Greetings, Arms Dealers!
With the Interbellum expansion released, the team is already hard at work on upcoming updates! In this dev blog, we’re excited to share what awaits us on our journey to the next major milestone: the WWII expansion.
Game Tutorial
Arms Trade Tycoon is a complex and unique game that requires time and effort to fully grasp its mechanics and enjoy the experience. To support all new players, we are thrilled to introduce a comprehensive tutorial to guide you through the key steps to becoming a successful Arms Trade Tycoon! This immersive tutorial is built around a specific WWI tank, making your learning experience even more engaging. Plus, upon completion, the tutorial will reward you with several bonuses that will carry over into the game!
Design Assistant
With over 20 different tank roles already in the game—and even more on the way—designing components or whole tanks to fit each role can be a daunting challenge. To make your job as a designer easier, we’re excited to introduce the Engineer Assistant! This helpful tool will guide you in selecting the right role and ensure that your designs are a perfect match!
Espionage centre
Reverse engineering is one of the core mechanics that allows you to combine tank parts from different countries and eras. To reduce reliance on the randomness of trophies, we’re thrilled to introduce the Espionage Centre! Here, you'll be able to strategize your next industrial espionage moves and gain the upper hand over your rivals!
USA joins the game
The time has come to expand the world and unlock new territories across the Atlantic! Many new countries will join the race for the ultimate tank, with the USA leading the charge. Get ready for additional tanks in the Interwar Era, inspired by the American tank school!
World in flames
With this feature implemented, countries can engage in global wars that engulf multiple territories and continents, stretching over months and even years. It’s the perfect environment to grow a successful Arms Tycoon!
Compatibility Assistant
To streamline your planning for the ultimate tank design, we will introduce a tank component compatibility tool! This feature will allow you to plan already from the Research Bureau stage, helping you determine which tank components to focus on for maximum effectiveness!
Holdings for purchase
This feature empowers players to invest their hard-earned capital and acquire a variety of assets from countries with high reputation ratings! The effects of these assets will vary, but each one will be a fantastic addition to your growing arms trade empire!
Russia joins the game
The world expands once again, this time to the east! New countries are set to join the race for the ultimate tank, with Russia leading the charge. Get ready for additional tanks in the Interwar Era, inspired by the rich legacy of the Russian tank school!
Diplomacy centre
With numerous potential countries now open for trade, it’s crucial to streamline the information available about each prospective customer. This feature will consolidate all that data into a single window, allowing you to effortlessly access vital details about every potential buyer for your tanks!
Decals and Camo
This feature is fully dedicated to enhancing tank design mechanics! With its implementation, you'll be able to make your tanks truly unique by utilizing a variety of decals and an expanded portfolio of camouflage options!
Localizations
This addition has been highly requested on our Steam forums and Discord server! With the WWII update on the horizon, it's the perfect time to expand language support and enhance the gaming experience for those who prefer to play in languages other than English
WW2 expansion pack
This is the next major update for the game that will introduce a lot of new content – the World War 2 Era! Gameplay time will be again extended, many new tanks will join the game, including some of the most iconic WWII models.
We plan is to roll out these features across several updates, with WWII being the next major content expansion pack! Please note that the order of these features may change as we progress toward the WWII era.
Once again, we wanted to thank you all for your support and feedback. Stay tuned for our upcoming development blogs!
