The Steam Summer Sale has started, and you know what that means: this is a great chance to park several Premium vehicles in your Garage at bargain prices!
Starting from 17:00 UTC on June 23, 2022, three of our DLCs will receive nice discounts of up to 90%. Each of these DLCs includes a Premium vehicle to add to your collection: a formidable Tier VIII Polish heavy tank, a quick-firing Tier VI Soviet medium tank, and a lightning-fast Tier II French light tank.
Two of the three packs (Heavy Cavalry and French Express) also contain days of WoT Premium Account to help you progress faster in the game, while the Heroic Sherman Pack has the unique Commander Dmitry Loza, a bunch of credits, and some Demounting Kits for all your needs.
Check out the detailed information on the discounted DLCs below and choose which you like most:
1. Heavy Cavalry Pack (Tier VIII Polish 50TP prototyp heavy tank) - 40% off!
When you need some heavy power, bring in the 50TP prototyp, the Tier VIII Polish heavy tank from the Heavy Cavalry DLC. With its impressive gun depression, alpha damage and turret armor you can push the battle avenues and give your team many opportunities to grab the win.
The 50TP prototyp features the unique ’Winged Hussar’ style, so this heavy is adorned in paintings of horsemen with spears, and the Polish flag on the sides.
2. Heroic Sherman Pack (Tier VI Soviet Loza's M4-A2 Sherman medium tank) - 50% off!
Did you know the USSR has its own Sherman? With the Heroic Sherman DLC you will get your hands on the M4 Loza, a Tier VI medium tank, as well as the legendary commander, Dmitry Loza. This vehicle’s a great choice if you enjoy active assault play and changing your positions.
3. French Express Pack (Tier II French AM 39 Gendron-Somua light tank) - 90% off!
This DLC’s name speaks for itself: French Express. The AM 39 Gendron-Somua is a French wheeled vehicle. It can reach high speeds and has an accurate gun. Wheeled vehicles are a special type, and it may take some practice to get used to not having tracks.
NOTE: The Steam Summer Sale ends on July 7, 2022 at 17:00 UTC.
Check out the deals and expand your collection!
The Challenge Generator: Are You Up to the Task?
Report #21 Our group has discovered an unknown object in sector F33. The object is not marked on any of our maps. Moving in for initial inspection.
Report #22 Description: several concrete buildings of unknown purpose with an open area resembling a testing ground, all surrounded by a partially destroyed fence. The object looks like a military base, but our radars have not detected any signs of surrounding activity. Continuing inspection.
Commanders!
During a regular recon mission, one of our exploration squads came across a group of mysterious buildings that were not marked on our maps.
After a thorough inspection, it was concluded that the object was used as a secret military training base for tankers. According to archive documentation obtained during the examination of the area, the base was used for developing and testing a complex device called the Challenge Generator.
This device was designed as part of a secret project for a new experimental training technique for tankers. Unfortunately, there is no information about the results of the experiment or the reason for abandoning the project. Still, our research group is determined to find out as much as possible about this mysterious device. During the next three weeks, we are launching a series of tests on this unusual machine, and we need your help!
The Challenge Generator
From June 20, 2022 at 06:00 UTC through July 11, 2022 at 06:00 UTC
Our scientists are doing their best to learn everything about the Challenge Generator, but the humongous device still holds a lot of mysteries. Nevertheless, we have managed to uncover a few important details!
Key Points
At the start of each week during the event, the Challenge Generator will randomly create one special challenge for you. To find it, go to “MISSIONS” tab in your Garage and scroll down to the “New Challenge” section. There you will be able to see the exact conditions and the rewards for completion.
You will have a week to complete the generated challenge – right until the next mission is generated for you. If you fail to finish the mission in time, it will disappear, and you will not receive the rewards.
Our assistants have made a schedule to help you remember the most important dates for this event:
First Weekly Challenge: June 20, 2022, at 06:00 UTC until June 27, 2022, at 05:59 UTC
Second Weekly Challenge: June 27, 2022, at 06:00 UTC until July 4, 2022, at 05:59 UTC
Third Weekly Challenge: July 4, 2022, at 06:00 UTC until July 11, 2022, at 05:59 UTC
The Challenge Generator can randomly generate missions with three difficulty levels. The more difficult the mission, the better the reward!
Our researchers noticed that the difficulty level is indicated within the name of each challenge.
#001XXX – Easy challenge
#002XXX – Medium challenge
#003XXX – Hard challenge
The challenge conditions tend to have one thing in common: you need to prove your mastery by receiving a certain Honorary Rank, Commemorative Token, or a Battle Hero Medal several times in Random or Grand Battles.
If you complete more than one weekly challenge during the event, you will receive extra rewards as a special thanks from our research team. Those who complete all three weekly challenges will earn the biggest prize!
Rewards
Of course, the rewards are the best part of any challenge! And this time, you will be able to get some really valuable goodies, including days of WoT Premium Account, a bunch of Free XP to boost your progress in the tech tree, and a Universal Manual for your crew!
Remember, you’ll earn different rewards depending on the difficulty of the challenge you receive from the Challenge Generator.
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1 day of WoT Premium Account
5,000 Free XP
[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]Professional Explorer (3 Weekly Challenges Completed)[/td] [td]
1 Universal Manual (250,000 XP for each crew member)
3 days of WoT Premium Account
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Accept the Challenge!
Commanders, your participation in this research is crucial for our examination of the Challenge Generator. We want to learn every little detail about this device and we still have a long road ahead of us. So, accept the challenge and let’s get to work!
Roll Out!
Assembly Shop: Craft a Brand-New Tier X Heavy!
Greetings, Commanders! From June 16 through July 12, the Assembly Shop will be available in World of Tanks.
During this time, you’ll be able to assemble the Object 780, a brand-new Tier X Soviet heavy tank. Combine and spend in-game resources for the vehicle’s assembly at your discretion, change their ratio—it’s all up to you! The number of vehicles available for assembly is limited: 50,000 (EU) / 17,000 (NA) / 15,000 (ASIA), and the first 15,000 (EU) / 7,000 (NA) / 5,000 (ASIA) tanks will receive the spectacular Varanus 3D style with an individual style number! Let's dig into the details.
Assembly Shop
EU: From June 16 at 07:00 CEST through July 11 at 02:00 CEST (UTC+2)* NA: From June 16 at 03:00 PT | 05:00 CT | 06:00 ET through July 11 at 03:00 PT | 05:00 CT | 06:00 ET* ASIA: From June 16 at 04:00 UTC+8 through July 10 at 23:59 UTC+8*
*The event may finish early if the allotted number of vehicles is sold out sooner.
How to Access the Assembly Shop
Go to the special section using the widget below.
Get a New Tier X Tank Without Researching Its Vehicle Branch!
The Assembly Shop is a new way to receive a limited-edition Tier X tank without having to research another vehicle branch! Like in a real assembly shop, you’ll spend various game resources to craft the brand-new Object 780, including blueprint fragments, Free XP, credits, gold, and bonds. Their ratio can be determined at your discretion.
The number of vehicles available for assembly is limited—EU: 50,000 / NA: 17,000 / ASIA: 15,000 tanks. At the same time, the first 15,000 (EU) / 7,000 (NA) / 5,000 (ASIA) players will receive not only the vehicle itself but also the spectacular Varanus 3D style for it that includes an individual style number. It will be displayed on the gun and in eye-catching red lights at the rear of the turret. The style also includes three unique camouflage patterns for each map type. They will change automatically, depending on the season.
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[/expand] Upon their complete assembly, individual style numbers will be assigned to vehicles sequentially, from 1 to 15,000. You won’t be able to choose your style number or know which number you’ll get. One thing is sure, though: The sooner you unlock it, the lower it will be.
Varanus is a truly exclusive style. No one else will have the same unique number in your region, and you have a chance to get an incredible customization item. Don't wait for the last days of the event if you want to extend your vehicle collection with a unique and limited-edition Tier X tank! Currently, the Assembly Shop is the only way to obtain the Object 780 and a 3D style for it.
Once all the 15,000 (EU) / 7,000 (NA) / 5,000 (ASIA) numbered styles and accompanying vehicles have been purchased, another 35,000 (EU) / 13,000 (NA) / 10,000 (ASIA) tanks will still be available. They will come in their standard configuration—without the 3D style and individual style number—and will be available for assembly until the end of the event or until they run out.
Use Resources as You See Fit!
Any of the following five game resources can be used to assemble the Object 780:
Free XP
National and universal blueprint fragments*
Credits
Gold
Bonds
*Blueprint fragments can be used to complete up to 36% of the total vehicle assembly progress: 22% with national fragments, and 14% with universal. You’ll be able to spend up to 50 national blueprint fragments of each nation.
The value of the resources varies, so each of them has a different effect on the assembly progress. You can use one or several resources at once. You’ll be able to freely combine and spend them in different ratios throughout the event. Also, you don’t need to wait and can spend everything at once if you have enough of one or more resources. You get to decide how to make the best use of your resources to efficiently assemble the Object 780!
Resources for the assembly are deducted from your account each time you decide to add them to the Assembly. You can track your progress on a special bar in the game event section of the Store. Once its progress reaches 100%, the vehicle will be credited to your account. See what happens to your resources if you don't finish the Assembly in the section below.
With a well-weighed approach, the set of resources that can be used to fill the progression allows for decreasing the cost of Free XP or gold by almost half. We encourage you to go through the examples so you spend your resources wisely!
Example
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Blueprint fragments. Use everything you don’t mind using. In total, you can fill the progression up to 36% (14% with universal, 22% with national blueprint fragments).
Free XP is the most efficient resource. We suggest mainly focusing on it to complete the progression.
Gold is the most convenient resource. But if you have Combat XP, consider converting it to Free XP using gold.
Bonds are a valuable resource for assembling the vehicle but are quite rare.
Credits. Compared to the other resources, the efficiency of credits is much lower. It then makes sense to use them in two cases only: if you have A LOT of credits, or if you have reduced the vehicle cost (filled the progression) as much as possible but want to get an even greater discount on its assembly.
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Object 780: Special-Purpose Combat Vehicle
Now let’s talk about what exactly you will be assembling. The Object 780 is a powerful and maneuverable assault heavy tank that stands out among other same-tier heavies.
The first thing that attracts attention is its excellent frontal armor. The lower and upper glacis plates are quite small and well-sloped, making it hard for opponents to penetrate them. Trading shells with this monster—even at a short distance—is a bad idea. Moreover, the unique shape of the hull protects the vehicle quite well from taking damage through the tracks, which is only possible in very rare cases and most likely due to a mistake by the commander rather than the hull’s shape. This will make you more confident in assaults and save the vehicle’s precious HP pool.
The parameters displayed are valid for the vehicle with each crew member trained to 100% major qualification level. Some vehicle characteristics can be further improved with the Commander's bonus to major qualification level, crew perks, and skills, as well as special in-game items.
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[/expand] Despite its strong armor, the Object 780 accelerates quickly and maintains its top speed well. However, the vehicle's top speed is 45 km/h, which is not very fast. The Object 780 can move from one flank to another, but this will take time, so you’ll need to choose the right direction in battle. But the vehicle can confidently follow its allies to support them with armor and fire at the right time.
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[/expand] The main strength of the Object 780 is its good gun-handling parameters for a heavy tank, including a high damage per shot of 530 HP. In addition, its aiming time, dispersion, and accuracy are top-notch, so the Object 780 is suitable not only as a first-line brawler but also for positional medium- and long-range combat. Good gun depression/elevation angles also contribute to such gameplay: The vehicle can take advantage of terrain irregularities and safely fire from cover.
Remember that the tank is very compact, so its modules are located close to one another. This makes it easy to receive critical damage, so it’s good to equip it with Modified Configuration or try to play carefully.
The Object 780 is well armored, but its HP pool is not very impressive. You should use armor correctly in combat and take advantage of the good gun depression angles—you’ll then have a better chance of surviving. Also, its rate of fire is not the highest compared to other heavies. Together with your limited HP pool, this makes you vulnerable in close combat, so don’t get into duels unless you’re sure that you can come out victorious.
In a nutshell, the Object 780 can easily play both as a brawler and mighty support vehicle. This is a versatile and effective vehicle that you can rely on in any situation.
Risk-Free Resources Returns
If you’re unable to collect the required amount of resources by the end of the event, there are no risks for the spent resources. They will automatically return to the account in full.
If you change your mind and want to get everything back, click the Return Resources button. The assembly progress will be reset, and you’ll be able to re-distribute and spend resources at your discretion or stop the assembly progress entirely. You’ll have time to decide, but don’t delay it—tanks with individual style numbers won’t be available forever!
The Assembly Shop is your opportunity to craft a limited-edition Tier X tank right in your Garage. Spend and combine resources—everything depends on you!
WoT to Move to 64-Bit Operating Systems and Update System Requirements
Commanders,
World of Tanks keeps developing and evolving, as do other software and hardware. Together with the team’s efforts, global technical progress helps us improve the game’s visuals and sound and add new modes and events. Meanwhile, we do our best to support players who use older PCs, and we strive to keep World of Tanks available for as many players as possible.
However, supporting outdated software sometimes becomes a major obstacle to the game’s development. As a result, starting from the September 2022 update, we will gradually discontinue the support of 32-bit operating systems. In so doing, we will update the minimum specs regarding RAM requirements as well as the recommended and ultra specs. After September 2022, it will no longer be possible for us to guarantee the client operation and stability for players using 32-bit operation systems, or provide technical support.
We will also adopt more detailed system requirements for the minimum specs for PCs and laptops.
MINIMUM
RECOMMENDED
ULTRA
Why are you discontinuing the support of 32-bit operating systems?
Due to architectural restrictions, 32-bit operating systems cannot use more than 2 GB of RAM per application. Considering the content quantity in World of Tanks (vehicles, maps, events, modes, etc.), it is already insufficient, making the game client less stable when running on 32-bit operating systems. Moreover, the RAM restrictions limit our options while developing new content, and graphics card manufacturers discontinued the support of 32-bit operating systems in their drivers over two years ago.
Why will you both increase the minimum RAM requirements and discontinue the support of 32-bit operating systems?
The current minimum RAM required (2 GB) is determined by the restrictions of 32-bit operating systems rather than the game requirements, which are much higher already—specifically for some modes, such as Frontline. Therefore, 3 GB for PCs and 4 GB for laptops is enough to decrease the chances of issues related to insufficient RAM, provided your PC meets the other minimum system requirements and runs a 64-bit operating system. Also, our engineers will have more opportunities to improve the game’s graphics and sound.
Why did you decide to make the World of Tanks minimum system requirements more detailed?
The new RAM minimum system requirements depend on your system type (PC or laptop). We have provided several possible configurations based on the CPU manufacturer (Intel or AMD) and GPU manufacturer (NVIDIA or AMD) so that each player can clearly understand whether their system is powerful enough to run World of Tanks.
We have made this difficult decision based on objective reasoning. However, we understand that even a smooth discontinuation of the support of 32-bit operating systems still might cause inconveniences for some players. This is why we are sharing our plans well in advance and are providing a clear and detailed description of the new system requirements. We hope that all players affected by the planned changes will have enough time to take the necessary measures and upgrade to a 64-bit OS and/or install more RAM to continue playing World of Tanks.
We will keep doing our best to make World of Tanks available for the most affordable configurations.
Sincerely,
The World of Tanks team
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Select from existing tags (by clicking the "+" symbol next to the tag) or create your own.
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Make tag suggestions, add them and get free Premium Account. Sounds like a good deal to us!
Recon Mission Is Coming Back With Six Maps!
Commanders!
The last time we offered the Recon Mission mode, we saw how many of you joined in and became actively involved. In fact, more than two million tankers played the mode, and well over one million of you completed the questionnaire. We’re very grateful for your input, and, to show our appreciation, we have some good news: Recon Mission will be returning soon for two whole weeks.
Recon Mission 2022
EU: June 13, 2022, at 14:00 CEST through June 27, 2022, at 01:00 CEST (UTC+2) NA: June 13 at 10:00 PT | 12:00 CT | 13:00 ET through June 25 at 23:00 PT | June 26 at 01:00 CT | 02:00 ET SA: June 13 at 10:00 PT | 12:00 CT | 13:00 ET through June 25 at 20:00 PT | 22:00 CT | 23:00 ET ASIA: June 13, 2022, at 18:00 UTC+8 through June 26, 2022, at 23:59 UTC+8
More time means more opportunities to try out all SIX map prototypes, which will each be available from the very start. Based on your feedback, we’ve included three improved prototypes of the maps from the previous iteration (Canyon, Airshipyard, and Far East). The other three (Anykeyyevka, Aquila, and Klostertal) are entirely new.
Your favorite map from the previous round (based on player votes), the Outpost map, has officially “graduated” Recon Mission and is almost completely ready, gameplay-wise. We just need to add some finishing touches to its visuals before it enters Random Battles in September 2022. Here’s how the release version of Outpost will look:
[expand type="details"] [/expand] The second most liked map, Oyster Bay, will be the next in our pipeline. It should hit Random Battles around the beginning of 2023.
Recon Mission: The Basics
Getting there: You can access the Recon Mission mode via the mode selector, a special window in your Garage, and the Missions interface.
The rules: Recon Mission is played 15v15 in Tier VIII–X vehicles by Standard Battle rules only. The map is randomly chosen from the pool of six prototypes.
The questionnaire: This will become available for each new map once you’ve entered the top 12 by base XP in six battles played on that map. Make sure to complete as many Recon Mission map questionnaires as you can to help shape the game’s future!
Participation pays off: Getting into the top 12 by base XP in a Recon Mission battle will add to your progression bar. To win all of the available rewards, you’ll need to get into top 12 by base XP in 50 Recon Mission battles.
You can also complete Daily Missions to earn Battle Pass Points and bonds in the mode. The results of Recon Mission battles will not contribute to your Personal Missions but will count towards your overall personal statistics.
You cannot complete clan missions in the mode but you can use Clan Reserves in it.
Map Candidates: Preview
Take a look at what we’ve improved in the prototypes from the previous Recon Mission:
Canyon, a 1,000x1,000 m map set in a rocky desert with a rugged landscape
Airshipyard, a snow-covered and mostly open 1,000x1,000 m location
Far East, a fairly open 1,000x1,000 m summer map with some buildings and an airfield
Canyon
Far East
Airshipyard
Take a leap into the unknown! These three map candidates are our latest creations:
Anykeyyevka, a 1,000x1,000 m map with a Soviet setting, featuring diagonal symmetry, varied elevation, and a combination of cityscape and wilderness
Aquila, an extra-large 1,200x1,200 m location based on Southern Europe, featuring mostly countryside with a small town
Klostertal, a 1,000x1,000 m map set in Central Europe and consisting largely of city blocks with a spacious park in the middle
Anykeyyevka
Aquila
Klostertal
Please take note that the maps in Recon Mission are prototypes designed for Random Battles. While their gameplay experience is almost finalized (to be fine-tuned with your help), the visuals may undergo more significant changes before the official release.
Questionnaire: Reworked
Your thoughts about the proposed World of Tanks maps have been very insightful, so we’ve decided to give you more ways to share your opinion in the questionnaire. Our new upgraded questionnaire is more user-friendly and responsive. Most importantly, it allows you to point out problematic points on a minimap if you mention that the positions of the teams are unbalanced. You can also provide detailed descriptions for up to three positions and explain what exactly is out of order. We’re sure this will help make your feedback more valuable than ever. If you change your mind about any Recon Mission map, you can fill out its questionnaire again at any point before the end of Recon Mission.
Making it into the top 12 by base XP (for both teams) in Recon Mission battles contributes to your progression bar. You’ll need to meet these conditions in 50 Recon Mission battles to complete the progression bar. Among the rewards (given when you reach certain thresholds as shown below) there are Personal Reserves, directives, days of WoT Premium Account, medals, and a unique 2D style.
However, note that the progression will be reset after the first week, so you can try to earn the entire set of Recon Mission prizes twice!
Remember that participating in Recon Mission, providing feedback, and voting for your favorite map prototypes are the best ways to directly influence the future of World of Tanks.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make World of Tanks the best it can be!
Warhammer Skulls Festival – WoT Warhammer Themed DLC Sale!
PLEASE NOTE: The content described in this article will be available only on the servers of the following regions: EU, NA, ASIA.
To learn more about the content available on RU servers, please check this article.
Warhammer Skulls Festival is upon us once again, Commanders!
During the following week, fans of the Warhammer franchise around the world have an opportunity to enjoy a variety of gaming content dedicated to the Warhammer worlds and universes provided by a great number of games available on Steam. And of course, World of Tanks is among those games as well!
The Festival lasts from June 1, 2022, until June 8, 2022. During that time, two exclusive World of Tanks DLCs with Warhammer-themed content will be on sale with discounts of up to 60%. Let’s see what awaits you on our Store page!
1. World of Tanks - Warhammer 40,000 Themed Pack (60% Off) – the fearsome KV-2 (R) returns!
This DLC includes the hard-hitting steel monster KV-2 (R) with a special 3D style “Valhallan Ragnarok”, inspired by one of the toughest regiments of the Imperial Guard from Warhammer 40,000 universe: the brave and tenacious Valhallan Ice Warriors. Rip the enemy tanks to pieces with your powerful shots and prove that nobody should cross their path with the formidable KV-2 (R).
The bundle includes:
KV-2 (R) with a 3D style “Valhallan Ragnarok”
100% crew with Brothers in Arms as a zero perk
1 Garage slot
The Mordian style set for the BDR G1 B
7 days of WoT Premium Account
30 tokens with x5 XP (can be applied after the battle) for KV-2(R)
2. World of Tanks - Warhammer 40,000 Customization Pack (35% Off) – show your devotion to the Emperor with a spectacular 2D style and Decals!
This DLC includes 3 days of Premium account and a bunch of customization elements inspired by Adepta Sororitas from the Warhammer 40,000 universe, also known as the Sisters of Battle. It is an all-female order of fierce warriors who ruthlessly destroy the foes of the Imperium and protect the humanity against heresy and chaos. Decorate your favorite vehicle with this style and decals and show your opponents that they will get no mercy from you and your allies!
NOTE: These DLCs will be available for purchase only until 17:00 UTC, June 8, 2022.
Head On to the Game for More Content!
You can find even more Warhammer-themed content in the game! Battle Pass Season VIII has brought into World of Tanks the never-ending confrontation between humanity and the most dangerous threats of the dark and grim universe of Warhammer 40,000.
Complete Battle Pass stages and get three exceptional 3D styles for your Tier X vehicles, inspired by three different factions: the Ultramarines, the Death Guard, and the Evil Sunz Orks. Apart from that, you can get unique Commanders from each faction, various 2D styles, customization elements and much more. The Emperor approves!
We are happy to take part in these amazing collaborations and hope that our players who are interested in Warhammer universe will like them no less than we do. Enjoy the special DLCs, complete the Battle Pass, receive lots of thematic content and, of course, MORE DAKKA!
Update 1.17 in World of Tanks: Check Out What's New
Update 1.17 is coming your way, Commanders!
The long-awaited Steel Hunter mode is returning to World of Tanks with the largest series of complex changes since its release.
Steel Hunter Returns!
One of your favorite game modes is returning to World of Tanks! This time, Steel Hunter has received a massive revamp, making it more enjoyable than ever. In addition to the two existing maps—Dreamland and Arzagir 4.04—we added a third atmospheric locale in a Scandinavian setting. You’ll also be able to play in three brand-new vehicles with unique new abilities. Many other changes await—we’re sure you’ll enjoy them!
This June, Recon Mission will return to the game in the familiar format but with slight adjustments. It will feature three brand-new and three reworked maps from the previous launch for you to try out and cast your vote on. Get ready to explore new maps and share your impressions!
Battle Pass is back again, tankers! Season VIII is here for the entire summer, from June 1, 2022, at 03:30 UTC through August 31, 2022. It's going to be a hot Season—and also a memorable one. The backstory will take you into the Warhammer 40,000 universe, with an epic confrontation between three commanders from the grimdark future. These mighty champions will become your recruits after you complete their respective Season VIII Chapters. Other rewards include three imposing progressive 3D styles inspired by the commanders’ specific factions, Battle Pass Tokens to be exchanged for rare Tier IX vehicles (including the empowered Cobra), 2D styles, and much more. After you complete all the three Chapters, you'll be able to get your hands on some of the rewards from the Seasons that came before.
[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]Players with Premium Account will be credited an additional 24 hours of WoT Premium Account time to make up for the update maintenance period.
If you’d like to make any in-game purchases, please wait until the servers are running again. [/td] [td]EU: Servers will be down on 1 June from 2:30 to 8:30 CEST (UTC +2).
NA: Servers will be down on 31 May at 12:30 PT | 2:30 CT | 3:30 ET to 6:00 PT | 8:00 CT | 9:00 ET.
ASIA: Servers will be down on 31 May from 2:00 to 8:00 UTC+8.[/td] [/tr] [/table] Get ready to experience the updated Steel Hunter and Recon Mission modes!
Steel Hunter 2022 Regulations
Are you ready to prove that you are the best of the best, Commanders?
Steel Hunter, one of the most exciting modes in World of Tanks, is returning to the game with a series of important changes. Instead of several separate Stages, Steel Hunter will run for a whole month and kick off immediately after the release of Update 1.17. A fresh map, three brand-new tanks with unique abilities, and a completely reworked economy—but still only one winner! Welcome to Steel Hunter 2022!
Steel Hunter 2022
EU: June 1, 2022, at 03:00 CEST through June 30, 2022, at 03:00 CEST (UTC+2) NA: May 31, 2022, at 04:00 PT | 06:00 CT | 07:00 ET through June 30, 2022, at 03:00 PT | 05:00 CT | 06:00 ET ASIA: 31 May, 2022, at 05:00 (UTC+8) through June 30, 2022, at 05:00 (UTC+8)
Prime Times:
EU 1–2 server: 08:00–06:00 CEST (UTC+2) NA servers: 05:00-02:00 PT | 07:00-04:00 CT | 08:00-05:00 ET
Ceasefire Periods:
EU 1–2 server: 06:00–08:00 CEST (UTC+2) NA servers: 02:00-05:00 PT | 04:00-07:00 CT | 05:00-08:00 ET HK server: 04:00–07:00 (UTC+8) ANZ Server: 02:00–16:00 AEST (UTC+10)
Steel Hunter: Event Summary
You are one of 20 players fighting for victory. It’s every Steel Hunter for themselves!
Choose to fight solo or join one of 10 two-player Platoons.
Your main goal is to survive at all costs and become the last Steel Hunter standing.
Collect special objects (loot) that randomly spawn on the map. These objects contain resources, Combat XP, and combat ability charges. You can also pick up loot from destroyed vehicles (Spoils of War), which are now depicted on the minimap.
The most valuable loot type is the Airdrop. Many players will want to get their hands on Airdrops, so you'll have to push yourself to the limit to get to them first.
You'll be able to upgrade your vehicles while in battle and get stronger with each new tier.
Battles will unfold on three huge maps (including a fresh one), the playable areas of which will shrink with time. Escape the Destruction Zones that will gradually cause damage until your vehicle is destroyed.
The total battle time is 15 minutes. Before each battle, you can choose from several spawn points on the map.
You’ll also be able to earn Battle Pass Points when playing Steel Hunter.
Steel Hunter will have its own in-game currency—Steel Seals—for renting mighty event vehicles. You can also earn credits and bonds for completing special daily missions available in the mode.
You will receive Steel Hunter Tokens for completing certain daily missions. Use them to redeem three stunning 2D styles exclusive to Steel Hunter.
How to Start Playing
1. In your Garage, choose “Steel Hunter” in the mode selection menu to the right of the “Battle!” button.
2. You can also enter battles as a two-player Platoon.
Maps and Reworked Danger Zone Mechanics
In addition to the two existing maps, Dreamland and Arzagir 4.04, we’re adding a new map called Firnulfir with a different setting and unique game atmosphere. This unforgiving yet picturesque Scandinavian tundra will enchant you with its northern landscapes, frozen ponds, and small abandoned settlements. Despite the cold, you’re sure to stay warm while driving nonstop to avoid strikes from other Steel Hunters. Firnulfir will offer players a fresh gameplay experience and many opportunities to experiment with all kinds of tactics.
[table noborder="1" equalcells="1"] [tr] [td][/td] [td][/td] [td][/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]Dreamland minimap[/td] [td]Arzagir 4.04 minimap[/td] [td]Firnulfir minimap[/td] [/tr] [/table] We’ve also reworked the Danger Zone mechanics. These zones will now close faster, depending on the number of players on the battlefield. So, the fewer the players, the quicker you’ll have to move to escape the Danger Zones. All three maps shrink with time, leaving less space to play and survive. If you’re in an area that turns orange, that means it is about to become a Danger Zone and you need to leave it as soon as possible. When a Danger Zone turns red, it becomes a Destruction Zone. You will have very little time to escape from it, as shown in a countdown. Once the countdown ends, your vehicle will receive continuous damage until it is destroyed or until you have left the Destruction Zone.
Special Vehicles and Their Upgrade System
In addition to the five vehicles from last year, three brand-new tanks with unique abilities (more on them below) will also join the hunt in 2022:
The Huragan, a versatile Polish tank
The Bái Láng, a speedy Chinese tank
The Beowulf, a menacing Swedish tank
[table noborder="1" equalcells="1"] [tr] [th] U.S.A.[/th] [th] Germany[/th] [th] U.S.S.R.[/th] [th] U.K.[/th] [th] France[/th] [/tr] [tr] [td][/td] [td][/td] [td][/td] [td][/td] [td][/td] [/tr] [tr] [td] Raven[/td] [td] Walküre[/td] [td] Varyag[/td] [td] Harbinger Mk. IV[/td] [td] Arlequin[/td] [/tr] [/table] [table noborder="1" equalcells="1"] [tr] [th] The Beowulf[/th] [th] The Huragan[/th] [th] The Bái Láng[/th] [/tr] [tr] [td][/td] [td][/td] [td][/td] [/tr] [tr] [td] A menacing Swedish tank[/td] [td] A versatile Polish tank[/td] [td] A speedy Chinese tank[/td] [/tr] [/table] All eight special vehicles available in Steel Hunter have different tactics, gameplay, and Abilities. Each of them can be upgraded from Tier I to Tier VII while in the heat of battle. Three of the vehicles will be available from the start, and the remaining ones will be available for rent.
To earn XP for these upgrades, you’ll need to collect loot and damage enemies. There are different modules available for each vehicle, and players can choose from two options at each tier.
There are two Combat Abilities that are common for all vehicles:
[table noborder="1"] [tr] [td][/td] [td]Recovery: Gradually recovers a fixed percentage of the vehicle’s HP, but stops working if you take damage.[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td][/td] [td]Repair Kit: Repairs vehicle modules (analogous to Large Repair Kits) and reduces stun duration.[/td] [/tr] [/table] Each vehicle also has one regular and one ultimate Combat Ability unique to it:
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Vision/Aiming Mechanics
The vision system uses Vision Cones. Here’s how it works:
Enemy vehicles only become visible when they appear inside your Vision Cone, which is depicted on the minimap. This does not change when activating the Sixth Sense perk, as you will still only be able to see enemies inside of your Vision Cone.
If enemies are within 50 meters of you, they will automatically become visible.
When enemies are within sight, their markers and HP bars are displayed.
When aiming at an enemy, the vehicle’s silhouette is also displayed.
Radio Detection Mechanics
All vehicles in Steel Hunter are equipped with Radio Detection, which displays loot points (Consumables and Supplies), enemy tanks, and loot from destroyed vehicles (Spoils of War) on the minimap within its coverage area. To activate it, press the X key. Remember that when you activate Radio Detection, your current position will be revealed on the minimap to all players within Radar range of your position.
You can only be detected if you are within the area of another player's Radio Detection. The detection radius of a specific vehicle depends on the characteristics of the modules installed.
Looting
To upgrade your vehicle, you need to search for special loot points on the map. Once you reach these points, you will be able to collect loot that may contain Battle XP, shells, and charges for your Abilities.
There are four types of loot available:
[table noborder="1" equalcells="1"] [tr] [td][/td] [td][/td] [td][/td] [td][/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]Ammunition[/td] [td]Airdrops[/td] [td]Spoils of War[/td] [td]Consumables[/td] [/tr] [/table] Loot from destroyed vehicles (Spoils of War) is now depicted on the minimap. Collecting this loot will be riskier than before, but you'll also be able to take someone else's loot a lot faster (in two seconds) and more often. You can also collect two or more pieces of loot at the same time.
Crew
Crew members are exclusive to the vehicle they come in and can’t be dismissed, injured, or sent to the Barracks. They do not earn Crew XP, and they each have Sixth Sense as a zero perk. In addition, the following perks will be fixed for the Commanders of each vehicle:
Economy in Steel Hunter
We have completely reworked the mode's economy. In 2022, Steel Hunter will have its own in-game currency: Steel Seals . These can be earned based on your position in the post-battle ranking or for completing special daily missions. In this launch of Steel Hunter, you can only use Steel Seals to rent mighty event vehicles. The higher you place, the more Steel Seals, credits, and Combat XP you earn. And don’t forget that you can convert Combat XP into Free XP!
Steel Hunter will also have a permanent bonus to credits and Combat XP from WoT Premium Account and allow you to earn 50% more Steel Seals. Additionally, you can now take advantage of the following:
Personal and Clan Reserves for extra Combat XP and credits
A 15% bonus to credits and XP when playing in a Platoon
Three of the eight event vehicles—the Varyag, the Raven, and the Arlequin—will always be available in your Steel Hunter Garage. The remaining five special tanks will be available for rent. You can rent each of these tanks for a free test drive, but each subsequent rental will cost you a certain number of Steel Seals. The rental time is seven days.
In 2022, Steel Hunter will still be closely connected to Battle Pass, and the Battle Pass Points you earn will depend on your position in the post-battle ranking.
Special daily missions will also be available in Steel Hunter. These missions can only be completed in Steel Hunter once per day, and successful missions will reward you with credits and Steel Seals. You can also complete additional daily missions for mastery and be rewarded with bonds.
You will also receive Steel Hunter Tokens for completing certain daily missions in the mode. Collect them to redeem three cool 2D styles available exclusively in Steel Hunter.
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Sword of Ullr
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Steel Hunter Statistics
In the new Season, you’ll be able to track your battle effectiveness in Steel Hunter via the Service Record → Statistics tab in your Garage. Select “Steel Hunter” from the dropdown menu of available game modes to see the number of vehicles you’ve destroyed, as well as your average damage per battle, number of wins, and other stats.
Performance in Steel Hunter
Steel Hunter will require more system resources than regular Random Battles. This is due to several key factors that are specifically related to Steel Hunter, including the large map sizes and the significant number of objects on them. Players with 32-bit operating systems and low RAM may experience some performance issues while running this mode. To avoid any problems and ensure you play with maximum comfort, change the graphics settings of your game client in accordance with the capabilities of your CPU and graphics card.
Good hunting, Commanders! Platoon up with your friends or go solo, and be the last hero standing!
Battle Pass Season VIII: Event Guide
PLEASE NOTE: The content described in this article will be available only on the servers of the following regions: EU, NA, ASIA.
To learn more about the content available on RU servers, please check this article.
Commanders! Welcome to Battle Pass Season VIII, running from June 1st, 05:30 CEST (UTC+2) through August 31st!
The new Season is the result of a creative collaboration by World of Tanks and Warhammer 40,000, a rich universe based on tabletop miniature wargames and also comprising countless books and video games.
The backstory of Battle Pass Season VIII is set in the grimdark future where humanity is engaged in an endless conflict, threatened by heretics, mutants, and aliens on a million worlds. The three commanders who join your side once you complete the respective Chapters are the main characters of this story. The reward progressive 3D styles for the three Core Vehicles are inspired by their adventures and by the factions they represent: the Ultramarines, the Death Guard, and the Evil Sunz Orks.
The Rewards
While the narrative of Season VIII takes a new and exciting turn, its mechanics remain the same as the previous Season, from earning Battle Pass Points to the possibility of starting with any Chapter and switching to another on your whim.
The prizes are lucrative, as usual, and even more so with an Improved Pass.
There’s plenty of great stuff to be earned in battle during Battle Pass Season VIII, but some spoils of WAAAGH! really stand out. Like, for example, the brand-new Warhammer 40,000-themed progressive 3D styles for the Season VIII Core Vehicles.
Your E 100 can proudly wear Ultramarine colors (which is mainly the namesake one).
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Your Object 430U can experience the influence of Nurgle, one of the powerful Chaos Gods.
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And your STB-1 can turn mean and red for more DAKKA—and because “red goes fasta.” Just look at those fangs!
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The New Commanders
Meet the commanders from the grimdark future! Completing Chapter I—"All Shall Rot"—will bring you Dolgoth Sepk of the Death Guard, putrid but competent. Finishing Chapter II—"Courage and Honour"—will make valiant Volusad Thassius of the Ultramarines available for recruitment. And seeing through Chapter III—"Red 'Uns Go Faster"—will put energetic and jovial Kroglin da Facegrinda of the Evil Sunz Orks on your side.
[table noborder="1"] [tr] [td][/td] [td][/td] [td][/td] [/tr] [tr] [td] Dolgoth Sepk[/td] [td] Volusad Thassius[/td] [td] Kroglin da Facegrinda[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td] of the Death Guard[/td] [td] of the Ultramarines[/td] [td] of the Evil Sunz Orks[/td] [/tr] [/table] Please take note that, this time, you are free to assign the commanders’ Major Qualification but not their nation (the latter corresponds to the Core Vehicle associated with their faction).
The 2D Styles
Last but not least, we’d like to mention the three fit-all 2D styles, each coming as a reward for completing a Chapter. Take a peek at them in the gallery below.
"Flyblown" 2D Style
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"Moar Dakka" 2D Style
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"Son of Macragge" 2D Style
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The Cobra
We would also like to draw your attention to the Cobra, one of the vehicles available for Battle Pass Tokens. There are two reasons for that. First, Season VIII is the first time you can obtain enough Tokens to claim this powerful medium tank. Second, the Cobra’s stats are currently being finalized (see the preliminary ones below) so that it’s ready to burst into the game in full power. This Tier IX Brit offers a bombastic combination of HESH shells and an autoloader, which is pure Waaagh!
Reminder Select a Chapter once the Season starts so you can complete Stages and claim the rewards. Remember that you can pause the current Chapter and switch to another at any time, without losing the progress you’ve made. Keep an eye on the number of Battle Pass Tokens you’ve accumulated. During this Season, the most dedicated will be able to obtain the Cobra, this year’s key prize. Once you’ve completed all three Chapters, you’ll become able to get crew members, 3D styles, and great goodies (such as bonds) for excess Battle Pass Points. Don’t forget to spend them all before August 31, when Season VIII ends.
Earning Battle Pass Points
As it always goes, you need Battle Pass Points to claim the goodies. During Season VIII, you can earn them in Random Battles and by completing Daily Missions. (Keep in mind that Points awarded for Daily Missions are given even after you reach a vehicle’s Point Limit.) The Core Vehicles of Season VIII—the E 100, the Object 430U, and the STB-1 — have extended Limits for maximum Points.
THE ANNOUNCEMENT TRAILER of Battle Pass Season VIII left our main characters as they were preparing to battle for the Standard Template Construct on the desolate world of Tahnicus Mundi in the light of the twin suns of the Hursprari system. To be most precise, the millennia-old relic containing long-lost advanced technology is coveted by the Ultramarines and their former brothers from the Death Guard. The Orks are in for a fight—and for some scrap.
So what happened to the commanders after the battle? Who ultimately prevailed? And what is the true Ork way of opening reinforced blast doors?
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Upon entering the atmosphere of Tahnicus Mundi, we came under heavy Xenos fire but were able to land. No losses were reported.
We swiftly moved towards the projected location of the STC in a Spearhead formation, meeting some resistance from the Orks.
Our task was eased: The Xenos had already engaged the traitorous Space Marines, who arrived to claim the STC for their own nefarious purposes.
Driven by either madness or mere spite, the traitors’ commander challenged us over the comms. This allowed us to spot their main forces and avoid falling into the trap set by the Death Guard.
A surprise attack by the Xenos was also a factor, turning our confrontation into a three-way battle. Its course was quite… disorderly.
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The Bundles
Over the course of Battle Pass Season VIII, numerous themed bundles will be available in the in-game Store. Among these, we would like to highlight one featuring the devout Natalestra Aspais of Adepta Sororitas as a crew member and the awesome-looking Ignis Purgatio 3D style for the Bat.-Châtillon 25 t .
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