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Maintenance - October 1

On the 1st of October, starting from 8:00 CEST (30th of September, 11 PM PDT), the server will not be available for 5 hours due to the application of Update 0.33.7365



[h2]List of Update 0.33.7365 Changes[/h2]
 

Al Dabbah PvP Map

The Al Dabbah desert PvP (Random Battles) map is now available. Conquer the dunes of Sahara in an epic battle for one of the last remaining power plants and water purifiers on the river Nile. The map comes in two modes – Standard and Encounter. Read more in our dedicated article.

Battle-Hardened Improvements

Battle-hardened vehicles now have preferential Matchmaking. They will no longer encounter vehicles two Tiers higher in any of their battles. This will allow for more comfortable gameplay with this feature unlocked.

General Changes
  • All sorts of Inventory items that were previously impossible to get rid of can now be sold for 1.000 Credits each
  • Tier 7 to 10 vehicles had their HESH (HEP and PISH) shell characteristics adjusted
  • Some vehicles still had HEAT and HEAT-MP shell damage bonuses even after their removal in Update 0.33, this has been fixed (Leclerc Prototype, NM142, Zubr PSP, C1 Ariete, Griffin 120mm, M1134, Т-72B3, QN-506 and PL-01)
  • BMPT series vehicles with twin autocannons now fire their guns simultaneously (two rounds per cycle)
  • Fixed an issue where destroyed ERA modules would appear as intact on the BMPT series and Bradley FV
  • Centauro 120: Fixed the incorrect HE damage
  • Leopard 2A5: Improved this vehicle’s visual quality and fixed some model issues
  • M60-2000 Neon: Fixed the armor of this vehicle
  • River Point: Fixed the grass that disappeared in the last update
  • Fixed an UI issue where a longer player nickname wouldn’t fit its tile on the PvE loading screen
  • Fixed an issue with team tab color settings in the match result window
  • When you run out of ammo and replenish it, the weapon will now be loaded with the last used type of ammo
  • Fixed the Ready Rack issue that allowed vehicles to fire faster than intended on the Alabino Proving Grounds map
  • Added a number of assets for future events to the game
  • Fixed a number of small visual model issues

Camouflage Loot Crate now available

Commanders!

Today, we’re launching another Camouflage Loot Crate on MY.GAMES Market.



As its name suggests, this new Loot Crate, available until October 1, 2020 (along with the other weekly offer), contains various camouflages.

This iteration contains the following ones (click on their names where designated to learn of their real life background):


The mechanics are very simple. Each crate allows you to win one of the listed items (or its value in Gold if you have it already, in this case 1.000 Gold per camouflage).



To learn more about what's in a chest simply click on it, this will launch a small pop up window to show you what’s inside. You will find everything from in-game currency packs to consumables and exclusive skins that can only be found in these chests!

Please note:

After opening the crate, you will immediately roll on one of the items that are inside this Loot Crate and will see what you receive before you have to actually pay anything. No more random chances – you immediately see what you get and what you don’t. You can then opt to purchase the item you rolled on for the Loot Crate’s price. Until you do so, you will be unable to buy any other Loot Crate of the same type.

We hope that you will enjoy the offer and, as always:

See you on the battlefield!

Offer: American Firepower

Commanders!

Today we’ve prepared the following items for you along with 20% bonus to Credit income:
  • CATTB Tier 10 Premium Main Battle Tank
  • Bradley AAWS-H Tier 8 Premium Tank Destroyer with Commander Harper
  • Abrams AGDS Tier 9 Premium Tank Destroyer
  • M1A1 Storm Tier 7 Premium Main Battle Tank
  • Pile of Gold Loot Crate
Between September 24 and October 1, 2020, the following items will be available:


[h2]CATTB[/h2]


The CATTB Main Battle Tank was an experimental platform, developed as one of the early steps in the creation of a next generation Abrams Main Battle Tank, also referred to as the Block III Abrams, or M1A3. It was created in the 1980s as a response to the perceived threat of future Soviet super tanks and featured some truly advanced components, such as the XM291 dual caliber cannon that could switch between 120mm and 140mm calibers. With the collapse of the Soviet Union, the development of this tank became unnecessary and the program was canceled in the 1990s. You can read more about it in our dedicated article.



In Armored Warfare, the CATTB is a Tier 10 Premium Main Battle Tank and one of the most powerful and versatile MBTs around, devastating its opponents with its signature double-tap feature, allowing it to fire its cannon twice in short order. This allows it to drive around a corner, deal very high amounts of damage and then retreat back into cover, leaving the enemy reeling from the massive blow.

This vehicle is available via Loot Crates, which drop CATTB parts. Collect 100 CATTB parts from these Loot Crates to assemble the whole vehicle.






[h2]Bradley AAWS-H[/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.

It is available in a bundle with the following items (and a major discount):
  • Bradley AAWS Tier 8 Premium TD
  • Commander Austin Harper, an oldschool warrior improving the performance of your vehicle with every team member loss (learn more)
  • 5 Platinum Loot Crates
  • 30 days of Premium Time
  • 150 Commander XP Insignia tokens
  • 2.500 Gold
  • 3 American decals as a free bonus






[h2]Abrams AGDS[/h2]


The Abrams AGDS (Armored Ground Defense System) was a vehicle concept and proposal, drafted in July 1996 by Dr. Asher H. Sharoni (a former colonel in the Israeli Defense Forces) and Lawrence D. Bacon from a Californian company called Western Design Howden. It was supposed to be an air-defense vehicle, protecting the Abrams formations against flying threats, although its weaponry can be deployed against ground targets as well. The United States were, at the time, sorely lacking a vehicle comparable to the Russian Shilka and one of the ideas was to use the Abrams chassis paired with a new turret to produce an armored AA gun that would be able to keep up with the American tank units. This plan was never realized and the vehicle stayed only on paper but you can play the Abrams AGDS in Armored Warfare and experience what it would have been like, had it ever been deployed.



In Armored Warfare, the Abrams AGDS is a very unique Tier 9 Premium Tank Destroyer. What makes it so special are its two large guided missile launchers capable of firing an incredibly devastating volley within seconds. The AGDS can devastate practically every opponent on the battlefield with a single salvo, making it one of the best and most effective mid-to-long range vehicles in the game. At close ranges, it can rely on excellent frontal turret protection and its two 35mm autocannons to keep enemies at bay until the missile launcher reloads to unleash another deadly swarm of missiles. The Abrams AGDS is one of the most feared vehicles in Armored Warfare!






[h2]M1A1 Storm[/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.





[h2]Pile of Gold[/h2]


This Loot Crate contains copious amounts of Gold for you to win, now available with 20% discount!



This Loot Crate includes:
  • 250.000 Gold
  • 100.000 Gold
  • 50.000 Gold
  • 10.000 Gold
  • 5.000 Gold
  • 1.000 Gold
  • 500 Gold
  • 100 Gold





We hope that you will enjoy the offer and, as always:

See you on the battlefield!

Maintenance - September 24

On the 24th of September, starting from 8:00 CEST (23rd of September, 11 PM PDT), the server will not be available for 5 hours due to the application of Update 0.33.7341



[h2]List of Update 0.33.7341 Changes[/h2]
 
  • Compensated the missing resources for the M1A2, M1A1, Leclerc Prototype and Leclerc module progression reset
  • Fixed a large number of incorrect shell characteristics
  • Fixed the armor for T-72B, XM1 and Merkava Mk.2B by making their lower plate more vulnerable so that some Tier 4 vehicles could penetrate it as well
  • Some vehicles still had HEAT and HEAT-MP shell damage bonuses even after their removal in Update 0.33, this has been fixed
  • Fixed an issue where some rounds (such as the ADATS rockets) didn’t have their penetration listed in their description
  • Fixed an issue where BMPTs were firing with both cannons at the same time
  • Fixed an issue where wheels would clip into the hull when using active suspension on some vehicles
  • Further improved the game’s performance by pre-loading some additional resources before the start of a battle
  • Overhauled the appearance of ping, recording and FPS indicators for the new Battle UI
  • Abrams AGDS: Fixed a number of issues with this vehicle’s armor
  • BVP M-80A: This vehicle is no longer marked as Battle-Hardened
  • BM Oplot: Fixed a number of issues with this vehicle’s armor
  • M1 Abrams: Overhauled this vehicle’s armor to 0.33 standards
  • M1A1 Abrams, M60-2000: Fixed the clipped turret decals
  • M108 no longer has a Soviet machinegun
  • M60-2000: Fixed a number of issues with this vehicle’s armor
  • Object 640: Penetration RNG reduced by 5% for the HEAT shells and by 10% for ATGMs
  • ST1: This vehicle has been properly rebalanced under Update 0.33 standards and its armor was fixed
  • T-72B: Destroyed ERA modules no longer appear undamaged
  • XM1 Fox: Its armor is now identical to the standard XM1
  • Several vehicles (Armata, Object 640, CATTB and PLZ-05) now have machineguns of the correct caliber
  • Fixed the appearance of the M1A2 Warhammer skin
  • Fixed an issue where character portraits in Special Operations covered the team list
  • Fixed an issue where some AI opponents (Swingfire etc.) would not fire at players
  • Fixed an issue where players could incorrectly see the Benchmark window
  • Fixed an issue where the BMP series vehicles wouldn’t display one of their decals properly
  • Fixed the color of trains on the Moscow map
  • Moscow Calling, Chapter 4: The tanks that appear in the initial cutscene no longer stay on the map
  • Spirithaven, Chapter 4: AI vehicles no longer fire from behind closed gates
  • Fixed an issue where Ophelia’s shield icon on enemy tanks wouldn’t appear correctly
  • Fixed an issue where the UI wouldn’t allow players to switch off some elements correctly
  • Fixed an issue where the team panel colors wouldn’t update correctly after Settings changes
  • Fixed some issues with the Borderless screen mode
  • Fixed an issue that could lead to the game crashing
  • Added the ZTQ-15 Tier 9 Premium Light Tank