WWII Online News

Mobile Spawns are critical to WWII Online's population growth and retention. After careful review through trial and error, it has been made clear that separating certain mobile spawn objects has not paid off and we need to make a course correction.

The total number of players interested in logistics support for battles is a very specific niche, but critical, nonetheless. We're going to break down some of the changes being planned for the next release and how they will improve overall gameplay and help those guys who are literally creating the fun for the general player base have more accessibility (options) and reduce the pain.

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[h2]REFACTORED RULES[/h2]
No specific rule changes have been made to how the player-placed objects (PPOs) operate, only which vehicles can deploy what spawn type.

All standard Trucks and Haulers will be able to deploy:

• Fortified Mobile Spawn (FMS) - Capable of spawning both infantry and Light AA & ATG.
  
• Light Mobile Spawn (LMS).
  
• Urban Mobile Spawn (UMS).
  

Supply Trucks will be able to deploy:

• Fortified Mobile Spawn (FMS).
  

Only the High Command infantryman will continue to be able to deploy the HCMS.

[h2]LIGHT SPAAs now eligible to deploy mobile spawns[/h2]
After careful discussion with players conducting these logistics operations, the consensus has been made that the number 1 threat to being able to deploy these spawns is enemy aircraft.

Tier 0 (light truck) self-propelled anti-aircraft (SPAA) vehicles are now eligible to deploy the FMS, LMS, and UMS spawn points.

[h2]NEW SPAA ADDITIONS TO GAME W/MS DEPLOYMENT ABILITIES[/h2]
As the war progressed, we realized that the US Forces didn't receive a SPAA with this capability, so we are introducing the US M16 variant which has the recently added M45 Quad AA gun mounted onto the rear of it.




Additionally, to maintain parity, the Germans have received the Sdkfz 7/1 (20mm) Flakvierling SPAA as well.



Both of these SPAAs operate similarly to the Tier 0 SPAA variants as they can shoot and move on the run, while also deploying mobile spawns.

Something new and unique about them is that their driver can also utilize binoculars while being on the move, marking the first time this is being tried out.

Do you approve this change? Vote here!

OPERATION NAME: Gravy Train
WHEN: November 17th at 12PM Server Time / GMT-8
WHERE: Campaign Server
DURATION: 3 hours
UNLOCKS: All-Access / No-Rank on Sunday

Join us to participate and witness:
• Combined arms assaulting across a bridge or airfield
• Dogfights and level bombers dropping payloads
• Massed infantry assaults
• Tank columns storming through expansive terrain
• Scores of paratroopers dropping over the objective
• Artillery bombardment and smoke

All of the above are accompanied by the "soundtrack" of WWII Online's gunners firing anti-aircraft, light machine guns, and the whistling of artillery. Experience YOUR immersive "WWII Online Moment."

Every soldier is requested to RSVP right away. Doing so encourages more players to participate. Spread the word, let's go! Here is the Discord link to the event . . . https://discord.gg/wwiionline


Existing and new equipment is being developed to the new Unreal Engine 5. The following models are 100% in-game, UE5 compliant, and ready to roll into 2.0. New trucks, anti-tank guns, and anti-aircraft guns with more UE5 models coming.

Check out these NEW UE5 models that are IN-GAME now!

For a long time, we have been requested to add the ability for Tanks to tow light-medium Anti-Aircraft and Anti-Tank guns. We're pleased to let you know our team is now finalizing the work to roll this out around the 2024 holiday.

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This should dramatically increase the modularity of our game enabling new opportunities for teamwork and increasing towing of friendly guns to the frontline.


The size of the gun you can tow is dependent on the overall size of your tank. Smaller tanks for example can only tow small guns, and heavier tanks can tow medium guns.


Heavy guns cannot be towed by any tanks; rather, they will continue to be towed by Heavy Haulers like they currently do today.



Will this be a welcomed change? Vote on this page

We're pleased to let you know that we are launching a Welcome Back Soldier for all prior subscribers who have been unsubscribed since September 1st 2024 (or before), to come back and try WWII Online - totally free, with no strings attached.


We have made recent game play changes that have made battles bigger, better, and more stable particularly during Time Zone 3. Veteran players will understand why the TZ3 stuff is a big deal.



Download the game now and get setup / ready for full unlocks. Everyone can login and play today for free.

MORE PLAYERS = BETTER GAME PLAY FOR ALL. This really supersedes any new content we can offer, but rest assured, CRS is working on introducing new features and fixing tons. All we need is for you to take the initiative, login, and make the best out of this.
Recent efforts from CRS to help increase awareness to WWII Online are growing, site traffic has increased 10% (and growing) and more people are learning about the game than ever before. With welcome back soldier hitting and as we prepare for our yearly big holiday patch, it's sure to be a really great season for the game!

We've also protected Free Player supply which has seen an increase in retention and boosted rifleman supply by 20% to encourage additional playtime. We will monitor supply closely and avoid making too many drastic changes during this WBS event.


If it has been awhile since you've played, don't patch your game! Download a new fresh full installer. This will overwrite your old files, and this is a good thing. You can do this and login with a free subscription right now. Your 30-day premium pass will be granted November 1st however fyi.


NEED HELP / SUPPORT?
Go to http://support.wwiionline.com and we can get your support needs taken care of. For general game help and/or getting into a new squad go to our discord at https://discord.gg/wwiionline.


Here's some important considerations to know about as you come back:

WE NOW HAVE BUILT-IN VOICE COMMS
Did you know we now have working in-game voice comms? Press your "V" key to speak on Target/Mission chat and communicate like never before in WWII Online. For more information check out our Wiki page on this: IVC - WWII Online Wiki


BIG HOLIDAY UPDATE COMING
Each year CRS works to prepare a special holiday update for the WWII Online playerbase. This year is no exception, other than we have some very important unannounced fixes on the way for you that you've been wanting for a longtime. This will be deployed in December, so keep your eyes open.


STAY CONNECTED: MOBILE APP FOR NEWS
Did you know we have a new mobile app? Download the "WWII Online" mobile app for iOS or Android. You can also get a QR code by clicking the WWII Online Mobile App QR code (here).


HOW YOU CAN HELP MAKE THIS EVENT BIGGER
Communicate with your gamer buddies, particularly old school WWII Onliner's and get them back in the fight. Don't wait around, re-create the epic old school battles that forged some of the best gaming memories and online friendships ever. All of this helps create an awesome experience today and keeps the game healthy.

Tell us what favorite unit your're going to play!
If you're in a squad, post its name and info here to recruit more Steam Players!


Source:
https://www.wwiionline.com/post/free-30-day-premium-pass-for-vet-players-inbound-all-of-november-2024

We have some concepts to share with you about Brightening up WWII Online.

Check out this article with work-in-progress screenshots and vote on the article:

https://www.wwiionline.com/post/brightening-up-wwii-online