Armored Warfare News

Commanders!

As you already know from the Shockwave announcement, we’ll be overhauling the mechanism of all PELE shells in the game.



The reason for that is that, currently, PELE shells internally use no fewer than three or four separate mechanisms and their variants. That is why there are PELE groups that behave consistently while other PELE shells seem to not work at all. In the Shockwave update, we’ll be unifying them all under one mechanism.

The core mechanism in question is that of the HESH shells. Some of the older players might remember that this is how the PELE shells first started before being changed several times. This represents a compromise between realism and usefulness which we tested several times (both internally and by selected groups of players). We developed several variants but in the end, this one had the best feedback and offered the most utility while being sufficiently different from armor-piercing shell mechanics.

The difference was important as PELE shells are inert in real life and a fully realistic introduction would just turn them into AP shells with potentially higher damage but considerably lower penetration and that just doesn’t work very well based on your feedback. Most PELE shells in the game belong to autocannons and pretty much each of those already has its own AP shells. We wanted to introduce something different that would be more usable than simple AP in certain situations. The mechanics are, of course, somewhat modified compared to the standard HESH rounds in order to accommodate higher rates of fire and other aspects.

There are two rather special cases when it comes to PELE shells – high-caliber PELE rounds of the Arjun (Penetration Cum Blast) and Wilk XC-8. Here’s how we dealt with them.

• Wilk’s PELE shells will become considerably more powerful, no way around it. Given how fragile the Wilk is, we don’t feel it’s that big of an overkill to return the powerful PELE rounds it was once known for
  
• Arjun already has HESH rounds and PELE (PCB) shells will serve simply as an upgrade to them
  

We hope you’ll enjoy the new PELE shells and, as always:

See you on the battlefield!

Commanders!

Today we’ve prepared the following items for you:

• M8 Ridgway skin for M8-120 Thunderbolt II
  
• Warhammer Skin for M1A2
  
• AbramsX Tier 10 Premium Main Battle Tank
  
• MPF Tier 10 Premium Light Tank
  
• Griffin 120mm Tier 8 Premium Light Tank
  
• Bradley AAWS-H Tier 8 Premium Tank Destroyer
  
• Stryker ADATS Tier 9 Premium Tank Destroyer
  
• M1A1 Storm Tier 7 Premium Main Battle Tank (with Desert Storm bundle)
  
• Treasure Trove with 10.000 Gold
  
• Battle Path Boosters
  

Between October 17 and October 24, 2024, the following items will be available:

[h2]M8 Ridgway Skin[/h2]
 

This skin for the M8-120 Thunderbolt II Tier 9 Light Tank is based on our idea of what would the M8 have looked like, had it been a part of Operation Just cause, the American invasion of Panama. Its look is based off an existing M551 Sheridan “Airborne Thunder”, which participated in the said operation. You can read more in our dedicated article.



The skin is available as a part of the Ridgway Bundle, which contains the following items:

• Ridgway skin for M8-120 Thunderbolt II
  
• Field Drab base paint (learn more)
  
• 7 Platinum Loot Crates
  
• 1.500 Gold
  

This bundle is available in our Web Shop.
 


 
[h2]Warhammer Skin for M1A2[/h2]
 
This skin for the M1A2 Tier 8 progression Main Battle Tank is based on the real American Abrams tanks, which were seen and photographed during the Iraq War. You can read more about it in our dedicated article.



This skin is available in a bundle along with the following items:

• Iraq War ochre base paint (used by the U.S. Army)
  
• U.S. Cavalry decal
  
• U.S. Company decal
  
• Thunderbolt decal (this historical decal appeared on a real early Abrams in honor of General Creighton Abrams’ personal Sherman tank during the Second World War)
  

Please note that the bundle includes the skin but not the M1A2 MBT itself. This tank needs to be obtained via progression directly in the game.



This bundle is available in our Web Shop.


 


[h2]AbramsX[/h2]

AbramsX is an advanced technology demonstrator. It was built as a private venture by General Dynamics Land Systems and unveiled in 2022 to show what the future of the Abrams MBT could look like. It is considerably lighter than a fully upgraded Abrams while retaining its protection levels and firepower thanks to its cutting edge systems. You can read more about it in our dedicated article.



In Armored Warfare, the AbramsX is a Tier 10 Premium Main Battle Tank. While still maintaining the basic Abrams line features such as a 120mm gun, it is considerably lighter and less armored. On the other hand it is also faster, more agile, stealthier, and features a 30mm autocannon that can reduce most light vehicles to a pile of scrap in seconds thanks to its new ammunition. As a result, this tank can dish out a lot of damage but requires careful and skilled gameplay.

The AbramsX Tier 10 Premium MBT is available in our Web Shop via Loot Crates. Collect 100 blueprint pieces from these crates to obtain the vehicle.



[h2]MPF Light Tank[/h2]

The General Dynamics Light Tank prototype is one of the contenders in the U.S. Mobile Protected Firepower program to replace the Stryker platform in the fire support role for the U.S. Airborne forces. It is one of very few modern Light Tanks in existence. You can read more about it in our dedicated article.



In Armored Warfare, the MPF is a Tier 10 Premium Light Tank. Within its class, it’s one of the heaviest and the best protected specimen with its hull protected by NERA armor capable of absorbing damage in the initial stages of battle. With its powerful 120mm gun and decent mobility, it is a decent front-line fighter, holding its own even in the thickest of fighting.

The MPF Tier 10 Premium LT is available in our Web Shop via Loot Crates. Collect 100 blueprint pieces from these crates to obtain the vehicle.





[h2]Griffin 120mm[/h2]

The Armored Warfare version of the Griffin Light Tank is based on an early 2016 tech demonstrator, intended to show the U.S. military during the AUSA 2016 conference that General Dynamics meant business. It was built as a private venture; effectively a scaled-up example of General Dynamics was capable of providing when it came to highly mobile vehicles with a lot of firepower for the U.S. airborne forces. The U.S. Army was impressed and the design has since evolved into what is generally referred to as the MPF Light Tank. You can read more about this vehicle in our dedicated article.



In Armored Warfare, the Griffin 120mm is a Tier 8 Premium Light Tank and a powerful, fast machine, armed not only with its 120mm cannon, but also with special ammunition types, making it deadly at any distance. Few Tier 9 vehicles can match its sheer ferocity on the battlefield.

This bundle is available in our Web Shop.



 

[h2]Bradley AAWHS[/h2]

The Bradley AAWS-H Tank Destroyer was an attempt by Loral Vought to mount four kinetic guided missiles on an extendable arm while using the Bradley IFV chassis as a platform. Kinetic missiles were cutting edge tech back in the 1980s – unlike standard ATGMs, they destroyed the target by their kinetic energy instead of a HEAT warhead, accelerating to several times the speed of sound. There was little to no defense against them, although they did have some drawbacks, which was why they were never adopted in real life. You can read more about the vehicle in our dedicated article.



In Armored Warfare, the Bradley AAWS-H is a Tier 8 Premium Tank Destroyer. It’s an ATGM-based TD, carrying special kinetic missiles that actually become more effective with increasing distance to your target. It is the embodiment of a long-range missile carrier and is perfect for players who prefer sniping to close combat.

This bundle is available in our Web Shop.





[h2]Stryker ADATS[/h2]

ADATS stands for “Air Defense Anti-Tank System,” describing its purpose very well. The system is intended to engage both air and ground armored targets. It was developed in the 1980s by a Swiss company called Oerlikon-Contraves and was offered as an interesting hybrid that would be able to deal with both Soviet tanks and helicopters or attack planes. Unfortunately for it, it came too late – only Canada would actually accept it in service and the end of the Cold War meant the end to all attempts at its large-scale introduction. The ADATS missiles were quite large but, more importantly, extremely fast and were certain to be extremely destructive to any Soviet armored targets, even though this thankfully never had to be tested in real combat. The ADATS turret was offered for a wide variety of platforms and was actively installed on a vehicle that is kind of like a cousin to the Stryker, the Canadian LAV-III. In this configuration, the vehicle was called MMEV.



In Armored Warfare, Stryker ADATS is a Tier 9 Premium Tank Destroyer. It is a wheeled vehicle armed with two weapon systems – powerful long-range guided missiles and short-range unguided rockets, offering it some survivability in short range combat as well as the ability to deal tremendous damage if left to its devices.

This bundle is available in our Web Shop.





[h2]M1A1 Storm with Desert Storm bundle[/h2]
 
In 1985, the Abrams was upgraded with, amongst other things, the 120mm M256 smoothbore cannon. Over 5000 M1A1 tanks were produced until 1992. This tank participated in Operation Desert Storm, which forged its legendary reputation.



In Armored Warfare, the M1A1 Storm is a Tier 7 Premium Main Battle Tank. The M1A1 Storm look was inspired by Operation Desert Storm, including a gorgeous camouflage net model. But, more importantly, this tank is equipped with a massive frontal dozer blade, adding extra armor and ramming damage to the long list of its advantages.

This vehicle is also available in the Desert Storm Bundle. As its name suggests, the bundle contains several Operation Desert Storm and War in Iraq-related items, including:

• M1A1 Storm Tier 7 Premium MBT
  
• Warhammer skin for the M1A2 Tier 8 MBT
  
• Iraq War ochre base paint (used by the U.S. Army)
  
• American Red Desert MERDC camouflage
  
• American Grey Desert MERDC camouflage
  
• U.S. Flag decal
  
• U.S. Flag banner
  

This bundle is available in our Web Shop.




[h2]Treasure Trove[/h2]

Today, we have a special offer for you. A veritable treasure trove of 10.000 Gold awaits you at a discounted price.



Please note that this item can only be purchased once per user. You can find out more about Gold and its uses in our dedicated article.

This bundle is available in our Web Shop.




[h2]Tales from the Dark Boosters[/h2]

This week, we are offering you an opportunity to boost your Battle Path progress and get that main prize you know you want – the T-90M Proryv Tier 10 Premium MBT!

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The following Battle Coin booster bundles are available:

• 5 Battle Coin boosters (15% off)
  
• 10 Battle Coin boosters (30% off)
  
• 15 Battle Coin boosters (40% off)
  
• 20 Battle Coin boosters (50% off)
  

Please note: In order to use boosters, you need to obtain the access to the Tales from the Dark Battle Path

This bundle is available in our Web Shop.



We hope that you will enjoy this offer and, as usual:

See you on the battlefield!

On the 17th of October 2024, starting from 8:00 CEST, the server will not be available for 2 hours due to a planned server maintenance.



Please note that the maintenance can be extended beyond the abovementioned timeframe. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Commanders!

We’re finally happy to introduce “Shockwave”, the largest Armored Warfare update in recent history, is coming this autumn.

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Without further ado, here’s what you can look forward to.

[h2]Shockwave – Part 1[/h2]

• Shockwave mode – a new endgame cooperative PvE in-game mode in which players must survive progressively tougher enemies to see who survives the longest. The mode will be accompanied by a special event with unique prizes. You can read more about it in our dedicated article
• New sounds – the T-72 series and several other vehicles are getting new engine sounds as the first step in the announced sound overhaul. You can read more about them in our dedicated article
• Pipelines map overhaul – we have overhauled the visuals of the Pipelines PvP map to improve the graphics of Armored Warfare. You can read more about it in our dedicated article
  
• Dynamic decals – you can now place your decals pretty much anywhere on the vehicle. You can read more about it in our dedicated article
• PELE overhaul – all PELE shells are changing their mechanics to improve their usefulness. No more various PELE shells with a different mechanic each. This feature will be described in a future article
  

This update will be followed by its second part:

[h2]Shockwave – Part 2[/h2]

Drones and Anti-Drone Measures – a new type of gameplay is making its appearance in Armored Warfare. Several existing vehicles will be equipped with attack or recon drones. Other vehicles will receive new airburst shells to fight them as well as active abilities. You can read more about them in our dedicated article.

The Shockwave update will of course come with its own bug fixes and other smaller quality of life improvements to the game. Additionally, we’re working on the recently announced Seahawks Battle Path that’ll give you even more things to do in the game.

We hope that you’ll enjoy the update and, as always:

See you on the battlefield!

Commanders!

This autumn’s update is bringing a lot of features. There are the drones, a new game mode, overhauled Pipelines, engine sounds for the T-72 series... and that’s still not all. Today we’d like to tell you about yet another feature that’s making its way to Armored Warfare, the Dynamic Decals.



Now, the entire idea is really simple. The in-game decals can now be moved, rotated (by holding Alt and scrolling your mouse wheel) and their size can be changed (by holding Shift and scrolling your mouse wheel). Here’s a demonstration of the system:

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Please note that the system still has some limitations:

• This system only applies to decals, not to battalion emblems
  
• There still are just two decals per vehicle
  
• Decals cannot be placed on ERA or other additional armor plates, they will always appear on the base hull of the vehicle
  

As you can see, this is only the first iteration of the system. We will continue to develop it so it is more practical in the future. Until then:

See you on the battlefield!