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[p]Crime runs rampant in Old Detroit, but justice gets an upgrade: The iconic 1987 classic that redefined sci-fi action, RoboCop, has arrived in World of Tanks! Complete the Battle Pass Special: RoboCop to recruit various characters as crew members and receive stylish themed rewards that include (with the Improved Pass) the OCP Peacekeeper—a cybernetic law enforcer tank whose presence alone demands one thing from enemies: "Freeze!"[/p][p][/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h2]Recruit Heroes and Criminals[/h2][p][/p][p]In RoboCop, characters are either heroes or criminals, with little in between. This Battle Pass Special comes with three crew members who uphold the law, and three who upend it. RoboCop, Sergeant Reed, and Bob Morton have zero perks and can join your ranks via chapter progression (with the latter character requiring the Improved Pass). Anne Lewis, Emil Antonowsky, and Leon Nash can be recruited with special in-game bundles.[/p][p][/p][h2]The OCP Peacekeeper: To Serve and Protect[/h2][p][/p][p]"Omni Consumer Products proudly presents its latest achievement in cybernetics: a heavily armored unit able to perform a broad range of policing functions. With its armament more than adequate for dealing with numerous threats on the streets of Old Detroit, this tank is the final solution to crime and will make the transition into the bright future of Delta City smooth and seamless."[/p][p][/p][h2]Directives: Procure and Recruit[/h2][p]It's a free society, and some things are technically free in Old Detroit: You can get a lot with the Base Rewards.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]You acquire even more, including the OCP Peacekeeper unit, in the Improved Rewards.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Explore Bundles[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p]"Omni Consumer Products caters to your needs, offering a plethora of quality goods and services for your resources. You can even get access to our network of trusted professionals capable of delivering on many fronts."[/p][p][/p][h2]Preview 2D Styles[/h2][p]"Do you yearn for highly aesthetic yet practical designs that can help your vehicle either blend in or stand out in the streets of Old Detroit? The Omni Consumer Products internal design agency has some ready-for-service solutions for you. Flick through our catalog!"[/p][p][/p][p][/p][carousel][/carousel][p][/p][h2]Twitch Drops[/h2][p]Twitch Drops will be available for the entire duration of the Battle Pass Special, and the schedule is packed! Note that some Drops will be available via all channels:[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]But the ones with RoboCop-themed decals will come from watching select content creator streams:[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]How to Receive Twitch Drops[/h3][p]In order to receive Twitch Drops, you need to have an account linked to your email. If you haven't completed this process yet, you'll need to do so first to participate in the activity. After that, make sure to link your World of Tanks and Twitch accounts to receive your prize. Check our official Twitch Drops guide to learn more.
[/p][p]Serve the public trust. Obtain the OCP Peacekeeper.[/p][hr][/hr][p]RoboCop © 1987 Orion Pictures Corporation. "RoboCop" character and all RoboCop related trademarks, logos, and materials TM Orion Pictures Corporation. 2026 Amazon Content Services LLC. All Rights Reserved.[/p]

[p]Commanders![/p][p]Meet the Ares family—four brand-new American medium tanks from Tier VIII up to a Tier XI topper, all equipped with distinctive Thermal Overheat Control autocannons. [/p][p]These autocannons fire continuously without a traditional reload cycle. Each shot is fired the moment you press the trigger—no clip reloads, no interruptions. You set the tempo yourself. Tap to maintain tighter control over the temperature, or hold to unleash sustained burst fire.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h2]Thermal Overheat Control Autocannon: How It Works[/h2][p]Every shot generates heat, no matter how slowly you fire, and that heat gradually reduces the gun's effectiveness. If you fire rapidly or for too long, the weapon eventually reaches a critical temperature. At that point, the Thermal Overheat Control system activates and temporarily locks firing to prevent damage, re-enabling the gun only after it cools back down. [/p][p][/p][h3]Autocannon Mechanics #1: Precision at Range [/h3][p]The Ares line rewards steady, well-managed firing cycles that let you keep the gun temperature—and your performance—under control. Fire short bursts or single rounds to keep the heat low and maintain higher accuracy.[/p][p][/p][h3]Autocannon Mechanics #2: Full Burst in Close Combat [/h3][p]When the fight gets close, just hold the trigger and unleash your full damage output. The gun will heat rapidly; accuracy will drop, but at close range every shell may find its mark. Sustain fire until the gun overheats, then fall back while it cools down.[/p][p][/p][p]LEARN MORE[/p][p]EU NA ASIA[/p][p][/p][h2]Ares 90 C—A Tier XI Hotshot with Exclusive Upgrade Nodes[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p]The new line culminates in the Ares 90 C, a top-tier medium tank. Its powerful autocannon, decent stabilization, and reserve track system make it one of the most flexible Tier XI mediums in the game. [/p][p]Unlike the lower-tier vehicles in the line, which use Field Modification, the Ares 90 C has access to an exclusive Tier XI upgrade system.[/p][p][/p][h2]From Ares 75 to Ares 90—Evolving Power [/h2][p]The lower-tier vehicles—the Ares 75 (Tier VIII), Ares 85 (Tier IX), and Ares 90 (Tier X)—introduce the same core mechanic but with gradually improving damage potential and statistics. Each tank changes how quickly the gun heats up—lower-tier Ares vehicles generate less heat per shot and can fire longer before reaching critical temperature, while higher-tier ones hit harder but heat up faster. This creates clear progression toward Tier XI.[/p][p][/p][carousel][/carousel][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]Prepare to meet the new U.S. medium tanks and check out the dedicated article below for all the details![/p][p][/p][p]LEARN MORE[/p][p]EU NA ASIA[/p]

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Update 2.1.1, arriving in mid-January, will introduce two brand-new Tier XI vehicles—the PTZ-78 and the STK-2—both continuing their existing Tech Tree lines. Each one features a unique mechanic and opens new tactical opportunities across every map. Scroll down for details! [/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h2]PTZ-78[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p]The PTZ-78 brings extreme mobility to the TD class thanks to its Sequential Rocket Thrusters. Solid-fuel boosters activate for several seconds, enhancing acceleration, mobility, and maneuverability.  [/p][p]Thrusters works independently from each other, ensuring sharper hull traverse and quicker turning, and they do not restrict reverse movement. Thrusters can be used multiple times per battle, with a cooldown between activations.[/p][p][/p][h3]STK-2[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][p]The STK-2 enters the battlefield with an evolved version of the existing Gun Cooling mechanic—one that actively works to keep the gun cold and maintain high firing performance. When the gun fires, it begins to heat up, and during reload it automatically cools down, gradually returning to its stronger parameters. [/p][p]A fully cooled gun offers exceptional precision for a heavy tank—approaching the level of the most accurate vehicles in the game. The first shot delivers peak accuracy and the second remains very consistent, but as you continue firing, the gun moves through multiple heat stages, each of which progressively reduces accuracy.[/p][p][/p][h2]Tier XI Rebalance [/h2][p]Update 2.1.1 also improves several existing Tier XI vehicles to fine-tune their combat performance, including their special abilities. Six machines receive updated stats and enhanced progression paths: [/p]

• [p]Leopard 120 Verbessert [/p]

• [p]AS-XX 40 t [/p]

• [p]Object 432U [/p]

• [p]Hirschkäfer [/p]

• [p]Szakal [/p]

• [p]Strv 107-12 [/p]

[p]These changes adjust survivability, mobility, and firepower where needed, ensuring each vehicle fulfills its specialized role more consistently. And there's more: Some vehicles will also receive adjustments not only to their base characteristics but to the performance of their unique Tier XI mechanics through select Upgrade Node changes.[/p][p][/p][p]LEARN MORE[/p][p]EU NA ASIA[/p]

[p]Commanders![/p][p]Your Battle Journey 2025 is ready, capturing a year that reshaped the battlefield and moved World of Tanks into a new era. Take a look back at your triumphs, tactical decisions, and standout performances—brought to life through vivid visualizations and personal statistics.[/p][p]From your own greatest hits to the sweeping changes introduced with Update 2.0 and the many milestones that marked this historic year, every moment has led you here. Explore the path you forged, celebrate the impact you've made, and see how you're evolving as the game evolves around you.[/p][p][/p][p]Click the button below to begin your journey.[/p][p]EU NA ASIA

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[/p][p]The most wonderful time of the year is here, and so is your festive surprise! As the snow settles over your Village and the decorations glow brighter than ever, Benedict Cumberbatch, our Holiday Ops Ambassador, brings you the Fantôme, a special gift fitting for the festive season.[/p][p]From December 19 through January 1, simply log in to the game to unwrap the gift box in your Garage, and roll into the new year with something truly unique.[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h2]Meet the Fantôme[/h2][p]The Fantôme is a Tier IX French medium tank with all the familiar French features, such as good mobility and an autoloading gun. What separates the newcomer from the rest—and makes it a worthy Holiday Ops gift—is automatic hydropneumatic suspension.[/p][p]The feature is new to French vehicles and allows you to increase the gun depression and elevation angles, enhancing its efficiency on uneven terrain.[/p][p][carousel][/carousel][/p][p][/p][h2]How to Receive Your Gift[/h2][p]Log in to the game from December 19 through January 1 and click the gift box in your Garage![/p][p]Once claimed, the Fantôme will appear directly in your Garage—no missions, no requirements—just a heartfelt thank you for being part of the World of Tanks family.[/p][p][/p][h2]"Wrapped to Perfection" 2D Style[/h2][p]Every great gift deserves beautiful wrapping.[/p][p]The Fantôme arrives in the jolly "Wrapped to Perfection" 2D style, now glowing in a new color variant for Holiday Ops 2026. It's the perfect accent for your holiday Garage to mark the season.[/p][p][carousel][/carousel][/p][p][/p][h2]Don't Forget to Unwrap More Presents[/h2][p]The Fantôme isn't the only gift this season—there is already more waiting for you under the Holiday Ops 2026 tree![/p][p]If you haven't done so yet, make sure to claim your Well-Deserved Reward in your Garage. It includes a free Tech Tree branch for every commander and Tokens for unique loot.[/p][p][/p][p]The best of Update 2.0 Gift, the biggest reward in World of Tanks history, has also returned and can be claimed by everyone who missed the Update 2.0 Gift.[/p][p][/p][p]Both the free Tech Tree claim and the best of Update 2.0 Gift are available until mid-January 2026, just before Update 2.1.1 rolls out. The Well-Deserved Reward event continues all year, with Token redemption open until November 2026.[/p][p]Visit the event page for more details.[/p][p]LEARN MORE[/p][p][/p][h2]Listen to Holiday Ops 2026[/h2][p]Set the mood with the Holiday Ops 2026 music album, featuring brand-new tracks and reimagined favorites from past years. It's the perfect soundtrack for a cozy stroll through your festive Village and a spirited charge into wintry battles.[/p][p]The album is now available on Spotify and YouTube Music![/p][p]SPOTIFY YOUTUBE MUSIC[/p][p][/p][h2]Holiday Ops 2026 Activities[/h2][p]Explore the festivities, tackle assignments from Holiday Ops Ambassador Benedict Cumberbatch, open Large Boxes filled with surprises, decorate your Village, and much more![/p][p]LEARN MORE[/p][p]Roll Out![/p]