World of Tanks Blitz News

Fuel up your vehicles, cause we're going on a trip to the New Bay metropolis! Concrete skyscrapers, highways, and the geometric layout of streets will make for a lot of exciting battles. In this update, both designers and engineers have done their best: British heavies at higher tiers will dazzle thanks to unique provisions and consumables. These new features, as well as balance improvements and camouflage, traditional components of our updates, will become available on August 14.

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Get ready to conquer new frontiers! The New Bay map will be available for vehicles of Tier VII and higher in regular and rating battles and in Encounter Battle and Supremacy modes. Check out the Tanks and the City article if you want to feast your eyes on the city or wander about its streets and alleys.


British Tier VII–X heavy tanks can now be equipped with:

• Reactive Armor and Improved Engine Power Boost consumables.
  
• Sandbag Armor and Enhanced Sandbag Armor provisions.

Read the Exclusive Consumables for British Heavies article to learn more.


Find the full list of balance changes in the Balance Improvements in Update 6.2 article.
The AMX 50 Foch (155) received a 2-shell magazine gun alternative. The armor of the STB-1 was significantly reinforced on all fronts. Some German Tier IX and VIII vehicles now penetrate better.
We slightly weakened the KV-1 's armor so that Tier IV–V tanks can stand in opposition to it. The KV-2 will now have to aim at the vulnerable spots of its enemies more carefully. The FV4004 Conway lost some durability and will fire more sporadically.
Plenty of changes to gun parameters at lower tiers will allow for the damage and rate of fire to increase more logically and gradually upon progressing from tier to tier.


The Topsy-Turvy Rare camouflage was introduced at the cost of 65-750 gold.



In Update 5.4, we arranged for newcomers to fight against each other at first. Starting from Update 6.2, players that showed extremely low efficiency or that were absolutely ineffective in a string of recently played battles will be matched to such "training" battles.To return to the common queue, they'll just need to fight a series of battles where they prove beneficial to their team. We expect that this change will lead to a reduction in the number of "turbo leaks" and "turbo victories" so that experienced fighters will meet players with low or zero efficiency more rarely.
New matchmaker rule will be tested on CIS and EU live server within Update 6.2. The rule will apply as long as there are enough players in the matchmaker queue.


Starting from version 6.2, we cease supporting iPhone 4s, iPad 2, iPad mini, and iPod touch 5G. You'll still be able to launch World of Tanks Blitz on these devices, but we cannot guarantee stable performance of the game client.


The Jack-in-the-box effect was added for several Tier VI–VIII tanks.
Shot effects for maximum graphics quality settings were reworked.
Now, the ammo rack explosion is not counted when calculating the costs for repairing destroyed vehicles. That will save you several credits.


An icon in the vehicle carousel now changes upon installing the Claw Legendary camouflage on the SU-76I.
Incorrect display of textures on the IS 's turret was fixed.
Destroying the Object 252U is now counted in The Lion of Sinai accumulative medal.
Various screens, notifications, and descriptions were improved.
General bugs and client crashes were fixed. 

One of the previous updates introduced a branch of British tank destroyers featuring a distinctive trait: exclusive consumables and provisions. These unique consumables distinguished the new vehicles from the others, while making battles more dynamic and varied.

In Update 6.2, four British heavies will get their own exclusive set of consumables and provisions. The Black Prince, the Caernarvon, the
Conqueror, and the FV215b will get a chance to build on durability, reduce received damage for a little while, and accelerate considerably thanks to the Improved Engine Power Boost.

Select new combinations of consumables and provisions and marvel at the tactical opportunities that these British heavy tanks have opened up for you. Stand strong against enemy fire for longer, surge into the attack at higher speeds, or change positions and tally dozens of spectacular victories!

We bet that you sometimes think about big city lights when driving around the hills of Oasis Palms or taking cover behind the ancient walls of Fort Despair and Naval Frontier. Update 6.2 makes those big city dreams come true. Meet a brand new map called New Bay! It's available in rating and regular battles and in Supremacy and Encounter Battle modes for vehicles of Tier VII and higher.


The map layout in Supremacy mode | The map layout in Encounter battles

Here, massive concrete skyscrapers rise above the clouds while brick buildings from the previous century tell the long tale of their lives. The cable bridge, the map's unique feature, overlooks the city's port, ready to play a part in tankers' memorable battle moments.




Let's examine the zones. The bridge across the river is the most unique part of the metropolis. Time after time, quick light tanks will climb on top. Some tank destroyers might take a risk and support their allies' advance since there's a great view of the routes from the spawning point to the center of the map. It's quite convenient to shave off HP from those who dared to capture the base in Encounter Battles, and numerous cross-overs let you quickly change directions. In Supremacy mode, base A is hidden under the bridge. Surrounded by buildings and containers, it won't be easy to reduce capture points.  




You can take a break when you are in the park or the construction area. It's quite convenient to hide under old majestic oaks or in the lowlands of the construction site. Concealed by the dense urban area, you can advance in Supremacy mode by capturing bases B and C.




Spawn and go along the wide main roads to reach the district with distinctive eastern elements or its neighbor, Downtown. It's a suitable place for regrouping before retaking the port or pushing the attack. There are a couple great sniper positions suitable for supporting any strike near the Chinese gates. While you're waiting for the enemy to appear in your sights, treat yourself to a donut at a local café!




Despite the cold wind coming off the river, it's always hot here. Light tanks will try to hit the rears of vehicles at the spawning point of spot every enemy, moving or not. Heavy tanks hidden behind containers and warehouse buildings can easily defend key bases.




Team spawn points are placed at the edges of the map. From there, heavy tanks will roll towards the center, but they should act quickly if they don't want to take some shells to their sides. Faster vehicles will rush towards the bridge. Tanks destroyers can take their time, creep a little forward, and punish careless spotters.



Let's take a ride in a big city somewhere on the east coast of America! You'll experience the two-level gameplay, streets with famous buildings, and a new version of hide-and-seek.

The M4/FL10 is a tank of many faces. It's both French and American, a medium and a light tank, a drummer and... not a drummer. Let's make sense of this riddle!
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The M4/FL10 can be unpredictable and adapt to any battle situation like no other. Its unique gun, which combines the advantages of a standard loading system and a magazine loading system, is its greatest strength. Unleash the entire magazine at an enemy tank and finish it off with single blasts without having to wait until all the shells are reloaded. Opponents will never know what to expect from you next!

Before August 21, many players will receive an offer to purchase the M4/FL10. Add this new Premium tank with a magazine autoreloading system to your Garage!

The M4/FL10 is a hybrid using the hull of the American M4 Sherman medium tank and the turret of the French AMX 13 light tank. This union looks quite impressive: the vehicle outline will be a delight to the eyes of both fans of the American classics and admirers of French tank design.



This newbie has something to brag about. It features a great amount of HP for a medium tank, good maneuverability, and an excellent view range. But the crown jewel of its advantages is its three-shell magazine with an autoreloading system. It allows you to use the M4/FL10 as both a tank with a magazine-fed gun and a vehicle with a standard loading system depending on the battle situation.



The magazine-fed gun reloads only after all shells have been fired. But the M4/FL10 breaks this rule. Its mechanism starts reloading a new shell in the magazine right after each shot.

If you fire off the entire magazine, the first shell will be ready to fire in 4.31 seconds. The second and third shells are loaded in 3.84 and 3.36 seconds, respectively. But remember that if you fire before the shell has completely loaded, the reloading process will be restarted.

The autoreloading system allows the M4/FL10 to be flexible and unpredictable. Analyze the battle situation and decide whether it will be more effective to hurl single shots or unleash a hailstorm of shells at the enemy.

If you're sure that three shots will be enough to eliminate the enemy, go ahead and blaze through the entire magazine. You can also play it safe by fending off enemy attacks with single shots. The M4/FL10 will pose a difficult challenge to any rival in combat. The latter will never know whether it's going to be treated to one shell or three shells at once.



Since the armor of this rookie isn't the most reliable, it should avoid exposing itself to enemy fire. The tank has 76 mm of armor in the front and 40 mm of armor on the sides, which are enhanced with a 76 mm plate. The rear is protected with the same 40 mm and an additional screen.

While the M4/FL10 inherited its hull from a medium tank, its turret was taken from a light one, which of course affected the vehicle's protection. With 76 mm of frontal armor and no gun mantlet, the vehicle's turret is quite vulnerable and not ideal for blocking damage.



The M4/FL10 doesn't like to rush towards the barricades. It's much more effective as a support tank when teamed up with heavy tanks. Though not outstanding, the Sherman's engine provides this newbie with a good top speed of 52 km/h. Thus, it can quickly move across the map and strike the enemy from the flanks or rear. That's where its gun with a short aiming time and excellent rate of fire comes in.

Only 1.33 seconds are needed to reload a single shell into the magazine after firing. As a result, the M4/FL10 needs less than five seconds to reel off its entire magazine at the enemy. Clumsy heavies will hardly have time to fire a volley in response. Don't forget about the autoreloading system either. You can keep firing without having to wait for the magazine to be fully loaded.



The M4/FL10 is an unusual tank that is hard to catch by surprise. Master the magazine autoreloading system and experiment with your tactics and playstyle. As for your enemy... Let it be your test subject!

Join the Royal Hunt operation from August 6 through August 11 and win the fast-firing FV201 (A45), containers with Rare and Legendary warpaints, and other prizes.

Fearlessly look danger in the eye and get all the details of the Royal Hunt:

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Considerable HP, a solid turret, an accurate and fast-firing gun. These are the features that demonstrate the spirit of the royal Tier VII Premium FV201 (A45)!

Take command of this "Brit" and enjoy your victories!



If you're looking for the perfect hunting camouflage, check out containers with Rare and Legendary warpaints for Tier VI, VIII, and X vehicles!



Purchase containers with a camouflage in the in-game Store till August 13 or take part in the Royal Hunt operation and get three containers for free!



When will the Royal Hunt operation be held?

The Royal Hunt operation will be held from August 6 through August 11:
• CIS: from August 6, 12:00 (MSK) till August 11, 12:00 (MSK)
• Europe: from August 6, 11:00 (CEST) till August 11, 11:00 (CEST)
• North America: from August 6, 2:00 (PT) / 5:00 (ET) till August 11, 2:00 (PT) / 5:00 (ET)
• Asia: from August 6, 17:00 (UTC+8) till August 11, 17:00 (UTC+8)

The series of 50 battles starts automatically upon your first login to the game during the Royal Hunt.

How to get the Royal Hunt rewards?

Fight a series of 50 battles in Tier V-X vehicles during the Royal Hunt operation. After each battle, you will receive 1 case for every 10 HP of damage dealt.

To complete the stages leading to the Premium FV201 (A45), you will need 10,000 cases. Claiming all Royal Hunt rewards needs 14,500 cases.

For more information about participation in The Royal Hunt operation, please go to the game client and our official website.