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Update 2.0.1: Redrawn Lines

[p]Commanders![/p][p]Update 2.0.1: Redrawn Lines brings three redesigned and two amended maps and starts the Babylon: Forbidden Zone event, followed by a string of other events such as Arcade Cabinet: Equalize!, Frontline, Stronghold: Maneuvers, and Steel Hunter in October and November. Join in![/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]World of Tanks servers for Update 2.0.1 will be available from:[/p]
[p]EU (CEST/UTC+2)[/p]
[p]NA (ET | CT | PT)[/p]
[p]ASIA (UTC+8)[/p]
[p]October 14 at 09:00[/p]
[p]October 15 at 03:30 | 02:30 | 00:30[/p]
[p]October 16 at 06:00[/p]
[p][/p][h2]Map Changes[/h2][p][/p][p]Join intense battles on thoroughly redesigned Erlenberg, Highway, and Overlord, plus rebalanced Airfield and Fjords![/p][p][/p][h2]Babylon: Forbidden Zone[/h2][p][/p][p]Open the next chapter in the saga of Mirium: Feel the rich suspenseful vibes, face mighty bosses, and earn new rewards! [/p]
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[p]EU[/p]
[p]NA (ET | CT | PT)[/p]
[p]APAC (UTC+8)[/p]
[p]Start[/p]
[p]October 16 at 04:00 (CEST/UTC+2)[/p]
[p]October 15 at 03:30 | 02:30 | 00:30[/p]
[p]October 16 at 06:00[/p]
[p]End[/p]
[p]November 2 at 03:00 (CET/UTC+1)[/p]
[p]November 1 at 07:30 | 06:30 | 04:30[/p]
[p]November 2 at 06:00[/p]
[p][/p][h2]Arcade Cabinet: Equalize![/h2][p][/p][p]Get ready for improbable battles matching the normally unmatchable adversaries with various stats adjusted to even out the opportunities! All tiers except XI can participate.[/p][p]Equalize! will run in two separate launches:[/p]
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[p]EU (CET/UTC+1)[/p]
[p]NA (ET | CT | PT)[/p]
[p]APAC (UTC+8)[/p]
[p]Launch 1 Start[/p]
[p]November 14 at 10:00[/p]
[p]November 14 at 10:00 | 09:00 | 07:00[/p]
[p]November 14 at 13:00[/p]
[p]Launch 1 End[/p]
[p]November 16 at 23:59[/p]
[p]November 17 at 01:00 | November 16 at 23:59 | November 16 at 22:00[/p]
[p]November 17 at 04:00[/p]
[p]Launch 2 Start[/p]
[p]November 21 at 10:00[/p]
[p]November 21 at 10:00 | 09:00 | 07:00[/p]
[p]November 21 at 13:00[/p]
[p]Launch 2 End[/p]
[p]November 23 at 23:59[/p]
[p]November 24 at 01:00 | November 23 at 23:59 | November 23 at 22:00[/p]
[p]November 24 at 04:00[/p]
[p][/p][h2]Stronghold: Maneuvers[/h2][p][/p][p]The clans-only event is to return in November, offering its special thrills and rewards that include rare vehicles like the ST-62 Version 2 and (after a long absence) the T95/FV4201 Chieftain.[/p]
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[p]EU (CET/UTC+1)[/p]
[p]NA (ET | CT | PT)[/p]
[p]APAC (UTC+8)[/p]
[p]Start[/p]
[p]November 10 at 09:00 [/p]
[p]November 10 at 07:00 | 06:00 | 04:00[/p]
[p]November 10 at 01:00[/p]
[p]Prime Times[/p]
[p]18:00 to 00:00[/p]
[p]19:00 to 23:00 | 18:00 to 22:00 | 16:00 to 20:00[/p]
[p]18:00 to 23:00[/p]
[p]End[/p]
[p]November 24 at 09:00[/p]
[p]November 24 at 07:00 | 06:00 | 04:00[/p]
[p]November 24 at 01:00[/p]
[p][/p][h2]Frontline[/h2][p][/p][p]The profoundly tactical 30v30 action taking place on giant maps will gather all its fans, offering its own special kind of armored vehicle combat along the familiar rules, and nice rewards.[/p]
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[p]EU (CET/UTC+1)[/p]
[p]NA (ET | CT | PT)[/p]
[p]APAC (UTC+8)[/p]
[p]Start[/p]
[p]November 3 at 06:00[/p]
[p]November 3 at 07:00 | 06:00 | 04:00[/p]
[p]November 3 at 07:00[/p]
[p]End[/p]
[p]November 10 at 03:00[/p]
[p]November 10 at 04:00 | 03:00 | 01:00[/p]
[p]November 10 at 03:00[/p]
[p][/p][h2]Steel Hunter[/h2][p][/p][p]Yet another way to play World of Tanks—its own battle royale—will come back mid-November with updated interface and the same pressure to survive and prevail against odds.[/p][p][/p][p]UPDATE 2.0.1—FULL DETAILS
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[p][/p][h3]Premium Account[/h3]
[p][/p][h3]Downtime[/h3]
[p]Players with WoT Premium Account will be credited an additional 24 hours of Premium Account time to make up for the update maintenance period.[/p]
[p]World of Tanks servers will be down on:[/p][p]EU: October 15, 2025, from 02:30 CEST (UTC+2) until 09:30 CEST (UTC+2).[/p][p]NA: October 15, from 03:30–10:00 (ET) | 02:30–09:00 (CT) | 00:30–07:00 (PT).[/p][p]ASIA: October 16, 2025, from 02:00 (UTC+8) until 08:00 (UTC+8).[/p]
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[/p][p]Roll Out![/p]

Our Biggest Gift Ever Expires Soon: Fill Your Pockets and Your Garage


[p]Commanders![/p]
[p]Update 2.0 has been live for a few weeks, loaded with exciting changes... like a whole new tier of tanks! But WoT didn't just drop the biggest update ever, we're also giving players the biggest gift in WoT history!  [/p]
[p]Log in and claim your epic Update 2.0 gift, including whole Tech Tree branches with researched, purchased, and ready-for-battle vehicles. You can also fill your pockets with credits, bonds, and gold![/p]

[p]Hurry if you haven't claimed your gift already, as it's only available until mid-October with the release of Update 2.0.1! Simply log in today to get your hands on it![/p]
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h2]Get a Tech Tree Branch[/h2][p]If you are a seasoned commander (someone who joined WoT before the launch of 2.0), you can claim one branch of Tier VI to X tanks. Grab a branch you've been eyeing or something to freshen up your arsenal.[/p][p]If you are a new commander (someone joining WoT after the release of 2.0), you can claim two Tech Tree lines (Tier VI to X tanks) to help give you a boost and start your Garage with some firepower.[/p][p][/p][h2]Big Rewards[/h2][p]These rewards are tailored to your experience as a player. If you're a seasoned commander, you get a significant boost to your currencies like gold, bonds, and credits, plus you get plenty of Retraining Orders to help you quickly master the new Tier XI vehicles.[/p][p]New commanders receive credits and additional vehicles, along with two Tech Trees for your Garage and some equipment to help you get ready to roll out![/p][p][/p]
[p]Seasoned Commanders[/p]
[p]New Commanders[/p]
[p]Tech Tree (Any vehicle branch from Tiers VI to X)[/p]
[p]2 Tech Trees (Any vehicle branch from Tiers VI to X)[/p]
[p]10,000,000 credits[/p]
[p]6,000,000 credits[/p]
[p]15,000 bonds[/p]
[p]Tiger 131[/p]
[p]2,500 gold[/p]
[p]Škoda T 40[/p]
[p]50 Retraining Orders[/p]
[p]Type 64[/p]
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[p]IS-2 shielded[/p]
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[p]RENTAL: 122 TM[/p]
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[p]RENTAL: XM66F[/p]
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[p]RENTAL: UDES 03 Alt 3[/p]
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[p]RENTAL: E 77[/p]
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[p]Standard Equipment Bundle (Gun Rammer, Improved Hardening, Improved Ventilation, and Coated Optics, Class 1 and 2 of each)[/p]
[p][/p][h2]Extra Rewards[/h2][p]We're not ready to stop the gift-giving just yet! Here's some more for you—use it to bolster your new vehicles or the ones you already have in your Garage with a new 2D style, boosters to increase your Crew XP, up to 60 days of WoT Premium account, and missions that yield even more bonuses.[/p][p][/p]
[p]For Seasoned and New Commanders[/p]
[p]5 Universal Manuals[/p]
[p]30 days of WoT Premium Account (+30 more from missions)[/p]
[p]30 ×5 XP missions (+30 more from missions)[/p]
[p]30 ×3 Crew XP missions (+30 more from missions)[/p]
[p]2D style: "New Era"[/p]
[p]Medal: "I Was There for 2.0"[/p]
[p]Missions to earn more rewards (like ×5 XP missions, WoT Premium, and more)[/p]
[p][/p][h2]A Special Thank You to the Collectors[/h2][p]We still have a gift for all of you who already have every researchable Tier VI–X vehicle in your Garage. Your dedication and passion are special, and we want to recognize that.[/p][p][/p][p]Collectors receive the following:[/p]
  • [p]Collectors' badge[/p]
  • [p]Collectors' medal[/p]
  • [p]Collectors' strip (banner)[/p]
[p][/p][p]IMPORTANT: If you already have all researchable Tier VI–X Tech Tree vehicles, you will automatically receive your collectors' rewards. If you are close to completing your collection, you can exit the Tech Tree gift selection screen, continue unlocking the remaining vehicles with XP and credits, and then return to the gift screen. Once your collection is complete, the collectors' rewards will be waiting for you.[/p][p]In the near future, these rewards will return to the game and be available on a permanent basis. You will be able to obtain them without rushing whenever you like.[/p][p][/p][p] LEARN MORE[/p][p]EU NA ASIA[/p][p][/p][p]Want to explore more about what Update 2.0 brings to the battlefield? Head to our dedicated Hub Page for all the highlights: [/p][p]HEAD TO THE HUB[/p][p][/p]
[p]Do NOT miss your final chance to get a head start for the new era—log in to World of Tanks and claim your EPIC one-time gift before mid-October, or lose it for good![/p]
[p][/p][p]Roll Out![/p]

Battle Pass Special: Wolfenstein


[p]Agent William J. Blazkowicz and his team are calling, Commanders! Join their daring mission to capture the fearsome Zwilling—the first Tier VIII German heavy tank with a double-barreled gun. Along the way, earn authentic Wolfenstein characters as crew members, striking 2D styles, and other loot. Lock and load![/p]
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[p]EU (CEST/UTC+2)[/p]


[p]NA (PT | CT | ET)[/p]


[p]APAC (UTC+8)[/p]




[p]Event Start[/p]


[p]October 2, 06:30[/p]


[p]October 2, 03:30 | 05:30 | 06:30[/p]


[p]October 2, 06:30[/p]




[p]Event End[/p]


[p]October 13, 05:30[/p]


[p]October 13, 02:30 | 04:30 | 05:30[/p]


[p]October 13, 05:30[/p]



[p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h2]Their Voices. Their Standoff.[/h2][p][/p][p]Meet the iconic characters from the Wolfenstein universe, each fully voiced by the original actors from the games. The legendary William J. Blazkowicz and his twisted nemesis, Wilhelm "Deathshead" Strasse, are ready to join your ranks with zero perks and are available through Chapter progression. Meanwhile, Irene Engel, Anya Oliwa, and Caroline Becker can be recruited via special in-game bundles. [/p][p][/p][h2]Zwilling: The Resistance's Trophy Tank[/h2][h2] [/h2][p]Captured from the Regime forces and turned against them by Blazkowicz and his allies, the Zwilling is the first German double-barreled tank to enter the battlefield. Its twin guns deliver both punishing salvos and hard-hitting single shots, offering a perfect balance between pressure and breakthrough firepower. With fast aiming for a dual-barrel tank, solid armor, and great mobility, this brawler is now repurposed to serve the Resistance.[/p][p]The Zwilling comes adorned with the stunning "Götterfaust" 3D style, which perfectly captures the spirit of the Wolfenstein universe. [/p][p][/p][h2]Loot the Resistance Arsenal[/h2][p]This isn't just loot—it's the backbone of your uprising. Complete all 40 Stages of the Base Rewards Track to secure key supplies from the Wolfenstein universe: themed decals, inscriptions, a 2D style, and William J. Blazkowicz himself, ready to take command. [/p][p][/p][p]But those who dig deeper might uncover something truly formidable...[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Grab In-Game Bundles! [/h2][p][/p]
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[p]EU (CEST/UTC+2)[/p]
[p]NA (PT | CT | ET)[/p]
[p]APAC (UTC+8)[/p]
[p]Sale Start[/p]
[p]October 2, 06:30[/p]
[p]October 2, 03:30 | 05:30 | 06:30[/p]
[p]October 2, 06:30[/p]
[p]Sale End[/p]
[p]October 21, 01:00[/p]
[p]October 20, 16:00 | 18:00 | 19:00[/p]
[p]October 21, 01:30[/p]
[p][/p][p]Battle-hardened Resistance veterans Anya Oliwa and Caroline Becker are ready to fight once again, this time under your command. Irene Engel is also available for recruitment—and those who cross her path will regret it. Each of these formidable Wolfenstein ladies comes with three perks and a unique voiceover. [/p][p][/p][h2]Twitch Drops [/h2][p]On October 3–6 and October 10–13, tune in to select streams and let the Resistance reward you. Earn exclusive Drops like special decals, Personal Reserves, and other battlefield essentials to fuel your fight.  [/p][p][/p][h3]How to Receive Twitch Drops[/h3][expand][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. [/p][p]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][/expand][p][/p][p]Join the Resistance. Capture the Zwilling.[/p][hr][/hr][p]© 2025 ZeniMax. ZeniMax, MachineGames, and Wolfenstein are trademarks of the ZeniMax group of companies. All rights reserved.[/p]

Onslaught 2025–2026: Enter the Year of the Dragon!

[p]Commanders![/p][p]Onslaught returns to World of Tanks with three new Seasons, kicking off with the Season of the Azure Dragon on September 29. Get ready for new challenges and cool rewards![/p][p][/p][h2]Onslaught: Season of the Azure Dragon[/h2][p]From September 29, 2025 through November 10, 2025
[/p][h3]Event Prime Times*[/h3][h3] [/h3]
[p]DATE[/p]
[p]EU2, EU3 SERVERS[/p]
[p]EU4 SERVER[/p]
[p]NA SERVER[/p]
[p]ASIA SERVER[/p]
[p]September 29 – November 10[/p]
[p]Weekdays and Weekends: 11:00 – 02:00 CET (UTC+2)[/p]
[p]Weekdays and Weekends: 11:00 – 19:00 CET (UTC+2)[/p]
[p]Weekdays: 15:00 – 23:00 PT | 17:00 – 01:00 CT | 18:00 – 02:00 ET
[/p][p]Weekends: 14:00 – 23:00 PT | 16:00 – 01:00 CT | 17:00 – 02:00 ET[/p]
[p]Weekdays and Weekends:
16:00 – 01:00 UTC+8[/p]
[p]*On October 26 in Europe and November 2 in North America, Prime Times will shift as these regions switch from Summer to Winter time.[/p][h2]Annual Rewards: Meet the Ashbringer![/h2][p]The Onslaught 2025-2026 Annual Reward is the Ashbringer, a Tier X Polish heavy tank, a stunning replica of the 60TP Lewandowskiego. This unique vehicle features a striking progressive 3D style and a unique crew trained with enough XP to train three more perks. Collect nine or more Onslaught Colors (the mode’s special currency) across the Seasons to earn this exceptional tank and other enticing rewards.[/p][p][/p]
[p]At the end of the Year of the Dragon, you will unlock up to four different versions of the Ashbringertinger's 3D style—Silver, Gold, Champion, or Legend—based on how many Colors you have collected. All lower-tier styles will also be unlocked accordingly. Once you've unlocked them, you can freely switch between them at any time, even after every battle.[/p]
[p][/p][h2]Seasonal Customization Rewards[/h2][p]Alongside the Annual Reward, you can earn new seasonal customization rewards, including the "Rex Draconis (Azure)" progressive 2D style that comes with a new set of customization elements (decals, emblems, inscriptions, and camouflage patterns) that can be unlocked for significant battle/cumulative Onslaught achievements or for reaching new ranks.[/p][p][/p][p]Other seasonal rewards include:[/p]
  • [p]New Dog Tag Backgrounds[/p]
  • [p]Spectacular Stripe: "Eternal Blizzard"[/p]
  • [p]Special Badges: "Winter's Curse" and "Frozen Horizon"[/p]
  • [p]Unique Medal: "Break the Ice"[/p]
[h2]Weekly Missions[/h2][p]On top of that, Onslaught will feature familiar weekly missions. They are completed consecutively and do not expire or lose progress until the end of the current season. Each mission brings you some valuables, including:[/p]
  • [p] Days of WoT Premium Account[/p]
  • [p] Bonds and credits[/p]
  • [p] Equipment directives[/p]
[p]Complete 5, 15, 25, and 30 missions for bigger prizes.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]Get ready for the new Onslaught annual cycle—epic battles and amazing rewards await you in the Year of the Dragon!
[/p][h3]LEARN MORE[/h3][p] EU NA ASIA [/p]

Tier XI Tank Destroyer Lineup: Meet the Hirschkafer!

[p]Commanders![/p][p]Update 2.0 reshaped the battlefield with groundbreaking Tier XI vehicles. Among these apex machines hides a deadly predator unlike any other: the Hirschkäfer.[/p][p]This is no ordinary tank destroyer—it’s a precision instrument of destruction. Combining Leopard-like mobility with a unique thermal system, the Hirschkäfer punishes enemies with patient, devastating strikes. One well-placed shot is all it takes to turn the tide.[/p][p][/p][h2]Hirschkäfer Emerges as the Silent Executioner[/h2][p]Built on the Leopard 1 chassis, this sniper is Germany’s answer to long-range dominance. Fast, sleek, and ruthless, the Hirschkäfer harnesses its advanced technology to guarantee that every shot counts.[/p]
  • [p]Tank class: Tank Destroyer (sniper)[/p]
  • [p]Tech tree branch: German Tank Destroyer line, following the Grille 15[/p]
  • [p]Distinctive traits: high mobility, extreme precision, devastating damage potential.[/p]
[p]This is the hunter that waits—and when it fires, the prey doesn’t get back up.[/p][p][/p]
Vehicle Characteristics Overview
[p]Hit Points[/p]
[p]1,950 HP[/p]
[p]Hull Armor[/p]
[p]30/20/20 mm[/p]
[p]Turret Armor[/p]
[p]30/20/20 mm[/p]
[p]Average Damage[/p]
[p]550/550/660 hp[/p]
[p]Average Penetration[/p]
[p]295/345/60 mm[/p]
[p]Dispersion at 100 m[/p]
[p]0.27 m[/p]
[p]Aiming Time[/p]
[p]1.4 s[/p]
[p]Gun Reload Time[/p]
[p]13.1 s[/p]
[p]Gun Depression/Elevation Angles[/p]
[p]−8/17 deg[/p]
[p]Top Speed/Reverse Speed[/p]
[p]60/15 km/h[/p]
[p]Characteristics are provided for the fully upgraded vehicle.
[/p][h3]Special Mechanic: Propellant Thermal Control System![/h3][p]The Hirschkäfer introduces an exclusive Propellant Thermal Control System that changes how you fight:[/p]
  • [p]Remain stationary or move slower than 20 km/h to build up Preheat Charge.[/p]
  • [p]As charge increases, your accuracy tightens and your alpha damage climbs.[/p]
  • [p]At full charge, penetrating an enemy with fewer hit points than your average damage guarantees an ammo rack explosion—instantly destroying the vehicle.[/p]
[p]One shot. One exploding ammo rack. One more victory.[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
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Upgrades That Boost You Forward
[/h2][p]At its core, Tier XI bring a streamlined upgrade system that replaces Field Modifications with linear, modular progress—only positive improvements tailored to each vehicle’s role.[/p][p]All Tier XI vehicles gain:[/p]
  • [p]A new modular upgrade system with pure positive boosts[/p]
  • [p]Role-specific Tactical Mechanics[/p]
  • [p]Built-in milestones like Gun Sleeve, Stat Tracker, and Volumetric Style[/p]
  • [p]Seamless progression from Tier X with no extra unlocks [/p]
[p][/p][h2]Achieve Elite Status[/h2][p]Moreover, you can unlock all nodes to reach Elite status—with every battle receive Elite XP and exclusive rewards:[/p]
  • [p]Volumetric 2D Styles with textured finishes[/p]
  • [p]Gun Sleeves for custom barrels[/p]
  • [p]Stat Trackers to display enemy kills[/p]
[p]Elite status is your evolving badge of mastery.[/p][p][/p][carousel] [/carousel][h2]A New Age of Precision[/h2][p]The Hirschkäfer proves that Tier XI isn’t just about size and strength—it’s about mastery, patience, and devastating accuracy. Update 2.0 expands your arsenal with rewards, new mechanics, and tactical depth to redefine every battle. Don’t forget to claim your one-time gift when you log in and experience the future of precision warfare![/p][h3]View the Heavy Lineup:[/h3][p]    EU          NA         ASIA   [/p]
[p]World of Tanks gives you total freedom to play on your terms. You can link an existing [/p][p]Wargaming.net account to Steam and continue playing with its game progress. If you previously started fresh on Steam but still have an old Wargaming account, you now have the option to reconnect and pick up where you left off.[/p]
[p]Want to explore more about what Update 2.0 brings to the battlefield? Head to our dedicated Hub Page for all the highlights: [/p][p]HEAD TO THE HUB[/p][p][/p][p]Roll Out![/p]