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Commanders!

Do you watch World of Tanks streams on Steam? There’s always something happening on the Broadcast page, whether it’s the most hilarious moments from Best Replays of the Week or the charismatic Luke Kneller talking about the latest events and putting various tanks to the test. Streams can teach you some cool tips and tricks from skillful players or make you laugh at some unexpected and funny moments. Today, we want to add yet another reason to watch streams: this week, you’ll be able to get prizes for it!



[h3]Stream Drops Week[/h3]
From May 23, 2022, through May 29, 2022

[h2]How Does It Work?[/h2]

During Stream Drops Week, players will have a chance to receive some rewards for watching World of Tanks streams on Steam.

First, you can get some useful goodies simply for being in the stream chat. Just tune in to the stream on either the Store or Broadcast page, and then type “!drops” in the chat. This will make you a participant, giving you a certain chance of receiving a prize. It’s as simple as that!

Rewards will be sent out randomly to a certain percentage of participants. Keep in mind that it might take a couple of days to receive the reward.

Second, if you’re lucky, you can catch a surprise bonus code shared in the chat by our Community Managers. During the stream, special bonus codes might appear in the chat, and the quickest to grab and activate them will receive the rewards! So keep your eyes peeled for those bonus codes! And if you missed one, don’t worry—just keep watching the stream, and another one will pop up eventually!

NOTE: You cannot activate more than three different bonus codes from the chat during this event.

We recommend revisiting the stream frequently during the event—you’ll have a better chance of grabbing a bonus code. Moreover, you can write “!drops” in the chat every day to significantly increase your chance of getting Drops prizes! Note that only the first message of the day counts, so there’s no need to spam a hundred messages—just one will do!

[h2]What Can I Get?[/h2]

Let’s have a look at the prizes!

All bonus codes will contain the same reward: 1 day of WoT Premium Account. During Stream Drops Week, you can activate up to three different bonus codes per account. If you get an error message upon activation, that means someone was quicker than you and that bonus code is no longer active. Keep hunting!

There will be three different types of Drops rewards:

1. Personal Reserves

• 2 Personal Reserves: +50% to credits for 1 hour
  
• 2 Personal Reserves: +100% to Combat XP for 1 hour
  
• 1 Personal Reserve: +300% to Crew XP for 1 hour
  

2. Consumables

• 1 Large Repair Kit
  
• 1 Large First Aid Kit
  
• 1 Automatic Fire Extinguisher
  

3. 1 day of WoT Premium Account

These prizes will be distributed randomly between a few of the players who wrote “!drops” in the stream chat. Will you be one of the lucky ones? There’s only one way to find out, so make sure to join in the event!

Watch our streams, enjoy World of Tanks content, and grab some goodies for your account!

Good luck!

One of the most exciting modes in World of Tanks is back, Commanders!

In 2022, Frontline will no longer be tied to events or Stages. Instead, it will be launched at the end of each Battle Pass Season, so you can earn even more credits and Progression Points. The first week-long launch awaits you from May 23 through 30. Let's see what it brings!



[h3]Frontline 2022: First Launch[/h3]
EU: May 23, 2022, at 06:00 CEST through May 30, 2022, at 03:00 CEST (UTC+2)
NA: May 23, 2022, at 04:00 PT | 06:00 CT | 07:00 ET through Monday, May 30, 2022 at 01:00 PT | 03:00 CT | 04:00 ET
ASIA: May 23, 2022, at 07:00 UTC+8 through May 30, 2022, at 04:00 UTC+8
Australia Server Prime Time: 18:00-22:00 UTC+10

[h2]Balance Improvements[/h2]

In the first Frontline 2022 launch, we return to the comfortable same-tier battles. Pick up your favorite Tier VIII vehicles and get ready for epic clashes in a familiar format!

Other core rules won’t change, but we’ve made the following balance adjustments to improve your gameplay experience:

• The order of Combat Reserves upgrades for SPGs has been changed. Now, they will unlock as follows:
  
  • Attack Reserves
    
  • Recon Reserves
    
  • Tactical Reserves
    
• The Engineering Combat Reserve was moved from Tactical to Recon Reserves, and Smoke Screen was moved from Recon to Tactical Reserves.
  
• Smoke Screen now not only conceals all allied and enemy vehicles in and behind the smoke, but additionally provides penalties to the skills of enemy crew (by 15%) and the view range value (by 30%) within the screen.
  
• We also improved the effectiveness of Artillery Strike. Depending on its level, this Combat Reserve will have 20/24/28 shells instead of 16/18/20.
  

Finally, Combat Reserves are now assigned to the same hotkeys, so they will be more convenient for you to use during battle.

[h2]Kraftwerk Map Rebalancing[/h2]

The Kraftwerk map has received a large series of balance fixes that will make gameplay more comfortable for attackers. We changed several firing positions, added additional cover, made the path to the pillboxes more accessible, etc.

[h2]Changes to the Vehicle Rental System[/h2]

We’ve also updated the vehicle rental system in the mode. Instead of the weekend offer, daily discounts will appear on all days (except for the first day) that Frontline is available. You’ll be able to rent four popular vehicles with a cumulative 14% discount. All rental tanks come with 100% trained crews as an enjoyable bonus.



[h2]Battle Pass Connection[/h2]

In 2022, Frontline will still be closely connected to Battle Pass. Don’t forget that you’ll be able to earn Battle Pass Progression Points for both:

• Performance in battles
  
• Reaching new Frontline Tiers
  

The number of Points you can earn will depend on your position in the post-battle ranking by Frontline Experience earned and whether your team won or lost.


Upon reaching each Frontline Tier (except for the first), you will receive 20 Battle Pass Points, as well as a bonus reward of directives.

Since Frontline will kick off at the end of each Battle Pass Season, you'll have a good chance to earn the maximum amount of Progression Points, and catch up and reap lucrative rewards you haven't received yet.

[h2]Frontline Daily Missions[/h2]

After reaching the maximum Frontline Tier (15), you will be able to complete special daily missions. There will be 3 missions in total, all of which can be completed only once a day, in Frontline. Each completed mission will reward you with bonds and a Personal Reserve.

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[h3]Do...[/h3]

Condition

• Play 3 battles and cause at least 5,000 damage to enemy vehicles in each battle by shooting, ramming, or using Combat Reserves.
  

Restrictions

• Once a day
  
• Only in Frontline
  
• Only for players who have the maximum Frontline Tier
  
• Progress resets daily
  

Rewards

• 25 bonds
  
• x1 Personal Reserve +300% to Crew Experience for 1 hour
  

[h3]...or do not,...[/h3]

Condition

• Get the Rank of Captain 3 times.
  

Restrictions

• Once a day
  
• Only in Frontline
  
• Only for players who have the maximum Frontline Tier
  
• Progress resets daily
  

Rewards

• 25 bonds
  
• x1 Personal Reserve +300% to Free Experience for 1 hour
  

[h3]...there is no try.[/h3]

Condition

• Play 3 battles and block at least 2,000 damage in each battle. Ricochets and non-penetrating hits are included.
  

Restrictions

• Once a day
  
• Only in Frontline
  
• Only for players who have the maximum Frontline Tier
  
• Progress resets daily
  

Rewards

• 25 bonds
  
• x1 Personal Reserve +50% to combat experience for 1 hour
  

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Good luck in Frontline, Commanders! We’re sure that all these changes will make the mode even more exciting!

How is your celebration going, Commanders?

If you wish to take a short break from all the festive activities happening on Steam and in the game, we invite you for a quick trip into the recent past of World of Tanks. We would like to reminisce about all the important steps that we took in our first year following the release on Steam and see how much we have achieved so far together with our players. To get a clear vision of the path we've threaded, we will mention only the Steam-specific events and features in this article. So let’s start up the Time Machine!

[h3]April 2021: Release on Steam[/h3]

This was an exciting moment for our team, as World of Tanks was venturing into completely new territory, setting new goals, and meeting new challenges. Steam is a massive platform with thousands of games and millions of players, and we were glad to become a part of this giant community of passionate gamers. Our release on Steam has opened a new page in the game’s long history. After all, before appearing on Steam, World of Tanks has been providing players around the world with their regular portion of spectacular action for over 10 years!

https://steamcommunity.com/games/1407200/announcements/detail/3076498560609636699
[h3]May 2021: Soundtrack DLC Release[/h3]

Over the last year, we've had a lot of positive feedback about the soundtrack in our game, and we are delighted that you like it! Our Audio Team is doing a fantastic job creating epic orchestral scores that make breathtaking clashes in World of Tanks truly dramatic. Within a couple of weeks of the game’s initial release on Steam, we released a free Soundtrack DLC for all music lovers out there to enjoy. Together with our Audio Team, we have carefully handpicked the best tracks ever written for World of Tanks. Later on, we added a few more, including such hits as “Return of the Waffenträger” and “Fight Back.” Go on and take a listen!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1638640/World_of_Tanks__Soundtrack/
[h3]July 2021: Trading Cards & Free DLC[/h3]

July brought great news for our Steam players, as we added 12 trading cards to collect and trade with your friends, 6 badges to show your dedication to World of Tanks, 3 backgrounds to adorn your profile with, and 5 emoticons to help you express yourself. Apart from that, July was the month when our “Free Starter Pack” DLC was introduced to help newcomers at the beginning of their journey by providing them with credits, a Garage slot, and 3 days of Premium Account. If, for some unknown reason, you still haven’t claimed that DLC, go get it right now!

https://steamcommunity.com/games/1407200/announcements/detail/5526463837506282670

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1694280/World_of_Tanks__Free_Starter_Pack/
[h3]October 2021: Steam Achievements[/h3]

This was a feature our players waited a long time for! There’s no better feeling than finally getting that very last achievement, right? In October 2021, 59 Steam Achievements were added to World of Tanks. Closely tied to in-game progress, they were designed so that players could get them all by actively playing the game, progressing through the Tech Trees, and improving their battle skills. We didn’t want to create achievements that our players would need to grind for thousands of hours. Instead, we wanted them to be realistic and serve as an acknowledgment of hitting various milestones along their tanker journeys.

So, the only question that remains is: How many have you managed to get so far?

https://steamcommunity.com/games/1407200/announcements/detail/3029225566923307500
[h3]November 2021: Bonus and Invite Codes[/h3]

This feature took us some time and effort, but in the first half of November, we were happy to announce that Steam players could now activate Bonus and Invite codes in the Steam Wargaming Game Center. This was a very important improvement that we’ll keep using for various events and community activities, so follow the news and watch out for the codes!

And if you happen to have a friend who’s just started playing World of Tanks or only plans on doing so, don’t hesitate to pass them the invite code “GOWOTSTEAM” for a huge starting bonus!

https://steamcommunity.com/games/1407200/announcements/detail/4434351695824513823
[h3]November 2021: Rewards for Being Awesome Tankers[/h3]

The second part of November was no less exciting than the first, as we did our first small Recap after six full months on Steam and rewarded our players for staying with us and being a part of an amazing community. We were glad to see that this community never stops growing, and we can assure you that we will do our best to keep you happy and entertained. Thank you again for being awesome!

And while we’re at it, we highly recommend you check out the mind-blowing infographics that we designed for that article. Keep in mind that those numbers were collected in November 2021, which means that they are now even crazier!

https://steamcommunity.com/games/1407200/announcements/detail/3142945046857474564
[h3]January 2022: Points Shop[/h3]

Another feature that was much desired by our community was the Points Shop support. We spend countless hours designing those items and finding perfect descriptions for them (by the way, check them out—they are hilarious). Finally, in January, we were ready to release them for our players to enjoy, and now it warms our hearts every time we see a Steam profile decorated with items from the World of Tanks Points Shop.

Which ones do you like most, and would you like to see more?

https://steamcommunity.com/games/1407200/announcements/detail/3140696417060752090
[h3]February 2022: Publisher Weekend[/h3]

The Wargaming Publisher Weekend on Steam was a great success, not only for World of Tanks but for Wargaming in general, because this was the first big Publisher event for Wargaming on Steam. We were proud to present our projects to the Steam audience during the event, and our players had a chance to get hold of some limited-time DLCs and bundles and have some fun completing special missions in the game.

Just like with any major event, the preparation required a tremendous amount of work and collaboration of many different teams across the whole company, but the final result was definitely worth it! This was a big achievement for Wargaming and a significant step in our plan to take over the Galaxy (whoops, did we say that out loud?).

https://steamcommunity.com/games/1407200/announcements/detail/4776633525079836052
[h3]All Year: Various Events and Activities[/h3]

In this Recap, we aimed to mention only the Steam-specific goals that we achieved during the last year. But apart from that, the whole year has been filled with captivating events and activities. Return of the Waffenträger, Halloween 2021, Holidays Ops 2022, and many more—we do our best to always keep our players entertained and ensure that they are having fun in the game. And remember: a lot more is yet to come, because we keep on rolling!

If you wish to learn more about the latest in-game changes and tweaks, you are welcome to delve into the depths of the patchnotes by clicking on one of these links: EU, NA, ASIA. Just make sure that you have a couple of spare hours to read them all!

Have fun playing World of Tanks, Commanders!

Greetings, Commanders!

World of Tanks is celebrating its first birthday on Steam, and there are plenty of festive activities to enjoy! Grab a free Premium tank, check out the DLC sale, explore the unique deals in the in-game Store, complete special missions and choose your rewards in the Anniversary Shop. Sounds like a lot of fun, but there is always room for more!

We are launching the Anniversary Giveaway to give you yet another opportunity to receive some goodies in just a few clicks. All you need to do is follow the steps below: everyone who completes them will receive a prize once the event ends!

[h3]How to participate: [/h3]

1. Click here.
   
2. Click the Like button.
   
3. Leave a comment.
   

Done! Now you’re taking part in our Giveaway.

NOTE: Any comments that break the discussion rules may be deleted or excluded.

[h3]The prize: [/h3]

• x2 Additional Credits per Battle +50% to credits earned in battle for 1 hour
  
• x2 Battle Reserves +100% bonus to Combat XP for 1 hour
  
• x1 Crew Reserves +300% bonus to Crew XP for 1 hour
  

NOTE: We will send the goodies to the account that’s associated with your Steam one.

The rewards will be sent to players in a few days after the event ends on May 22, 2022.



Have a great time celebrating!

Greetings, Commanders!

Time flies indeed... It seems to us that World of Tanks release on Steam has been not so long ago, and yet a full year has already passed, and what an exciting year that was! It was filled with captivating events, new features and important achievements. We are proud of being with you on this wonderful journey and want to thank you for staying with us, playing our game and helping us make it even better for you - our favorite tankers all over the world.



Of course, such an important occasion as our first Anniversary on Steam should be properly celebrated, and we have prepared a vast variety of festivities for you! Are you ready to party?

[h3]World of Tanks Anniversary on Steam [/h3] May 13, 2022 through May 23, 2022

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Let’s dive into the details and find out what’s waiting for you in Steam and in the game!

[h2]Get a Free DLC with the Cromwell B! [/h2]

There can be no birthday party without birthday presents, and usually it’s the happy hero of the occasion who receives the gifts from invited guests. But this time, the tables have turned – we are giving presents away!

Starting from May 13, 2022 at 17:00 UTC our DLC “Lightweight Fighter Pack” will receive a 100% discount on Steam. It means that you can park a swift and perilous Tier VI Premium British medium tank in your Garage for free - just click on the link below, then click “Add to Cart” and after you log in to the game the Cromwell B will be already waiting for you in the Garage. This special deal ends on May 22, 2022, so don’t miss your chance to grab a Premium tank for free!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1662502/World_of_Tanks__Lightweight_Fighter_Pack/
[h2]Check Out More DLCs on Sale! [/h2]

Apart from a whopping 100% discount for the Cromwell B, three more DLCs are receiving discounts of up to 90% during the Anniversary. Here’s the full list for you:

[h3]Rugged Mountaineer Pack (Tier VIII Soviet Object 274a medium tank) - 40% Off! [/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1737350/World_of_Tanks__Rugged_Mountaineer_Pack/
[h3]Premium Month Pack (30 days of WoT Premium account) - 60% Off! [/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1737352/World_of_Tanks__Premium_Month_Pack/
[h3]Blistering Firebrand Pack (Tier II Soviet Tetrarch light tank) - 90% Off! [/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1737351/World_of_Tanks__Blistering_Firebrand_Pack/
If you have been waiting for a perfect moment to expand your tank collection and to enjoy all bonuses of WoT Premium account at the same time, this is it!

NOTE: The DLC sale starts at 17:00 UTC on May 13, 2022 and lasts until 17:00 UTC on May 23, 2022.

[h2]Visit the In-game Store for Unique Deals! [/h2]

During the celebration, the in-game Store will surprise you with a range of limited time offers. And yes, of course, there is a free one among them! The “Anniversary gift” package is already waiting for you in the "Best” section. It includes WoT Premium account time, and you can get it in a simple click, so go for it right after you finish reading this article!

You will also find a range of packages with uncommon tanks in the in-game Store. And by saying “uncommon” we actually mean “quite rare”: you can expect such vehicles as Škoda T 56, M-IV-Y, Type 59 and E 25. These beasts will be roaming the in-game Store until the end of the event, so use this opportunity to catch some for yourself!

[h2]Complete Combat Missions and Earn Anniversary Tokens! [/h2]

In the “MISSIONS” section of your Garage you can find special Anniversary Missions, available until the end of the event (May 23, 2022). There are five missions in total, and they can be completed consecutively (i.e., the second mission will become active only after you complete the first one).

As you complete these missions, you will be rewarded with some in-game resources and special event currency: Anniversary tokens. You can then use Anniversary tokens to purchase different rewards in the Anniversary Shop. Those include Garage Slots, Consumables, Credits, a Universal Manual for your crews, a 2D Style “Flora” and more to choose from. Some rewards can be redeemed only once, while others can be purchased as many times as you want.

To find the Anniversary Shop, just go to “DEPOT” section of your Garage, and then choose the tab “Homefront Supplies” on the left.

If you complete all five missions, you can get a total of 30 Anniversary tokens. Spend them as you wish, but remember: when the event ends on May 23, the Anniversary Shop will be closed, and you will not receive any compensation for those tokens that you didn’t spend.

[h2]Participate in the Anniversary Giveaway! [/h2]

There can never be enough presents, right? Our special Anniversary Giveaway makes sure that everybody gets some extra goodies just by doing a few clicks. To receive a guaranteed prize, you just need to click on this link and follow the simple steps as described in the announcement. Easy yet rewarding – how cool is that!

[h2]Keep the Fun Going and Stay Amazing! [/h2]

The Anniversary event has a lot to offer for everyone: take part in the festive activities and earn useful rewards, explore the special deals in the game and in Steam and congratulate each other in the comments – this is a perfect moment to say some nice words to your fellow players.

And these are the words we want to say: we are truly proud of you, Commanders. Together with you we have reached a great milestone, but this is only the first of many, as we don’t plan on stopping anywhere soon. Instead, we are heading on to the new victories at full steam (pun intended!).



Enjoy the celebration!