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Here’s an overview of the major highlights introduced in Update 14.6. Be sure to check out the full details on our website:

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[h2]Early Access: American Destroyers[/h2]


Welcome a new line of American destroyers with a focus on main battery firepower!

• Tier VII Hughes, Tier VIII Osborne, Tier IX Christopher, and Tier X Burrows feature HE and SAP shells.
• Starting from Tier VIII, they carry high-DPM 137 mm guns and have larger HP pools.
  
• Minimal torpedo armament, low concealment capacity. These ships favor mid- to long-range engagements.
• Unique toggleable Smoke Generator mechanic adds tactical flexibility.
  
• Available via sequential bundles for American Tokens and Doubloons during Early Access.
  

[h2]Event Pass: American & French Flair[/h2]


Collect new content through this classic two-line Event Pass!

• First progression line: 400 American Tokens, 3 days of Premium Account, 2x French Squadron containers, and the "Go Navy!" permanent camouflage for Cleveland.
• Second progression line (2,500 Doubloons): West Virginia permanent camouflage (immediate), West Virginia '41 herself, 4x French Squadron containers, 1x Journey to the West Premium container, and the French Navy permanent camouflage for Le Fantasque..
  
• Extra levels reward 1x More Signals container (first line) or 1x Rare Bonuses container (second line).
  

[h2]Personal Challenges Return[/h2]


Back as part of Early Access for destroyers!

• Runs until Update 14.7, in two sprints of two weeks each.
• Earn American Tokens through Base XP milestones.
  

[h2]Massive Graphics & Interface Updates[/h2]


Enjoy a smoother, cleaner look!

• WG Temporal Super Sampling (TSS) enhances anti-aliasing and image stability.
• Container barge now features:
• Faster access to container lists from the main screen.
• Reward previews with drop chances.
  
• Guaranteed reward counter.
• New options for mass opening with safety confirmations.
  
• Barge animations can now be disabled.
  

[h2]Content Rarity System[/h2]


Understand exclusivity at a glance!

• Ships, camouflages, and effects now show rarity grades: Common, Uncommon, Rare, Epic, Legendary.
• Pricing across the game aligns with these categories.
  
• Clarifies effort vs. accessibility, but does not indicate power level.
  

[h2]Ship Rotation System[/h2]

Streamlining the Armory and Premium Shop.

• Popular ships stay available; others rotate on a scheduled basis.
• First rotation: Brisbane, Almirante Grau, Nottingham, and Numancia (for Doubloons); Nottingham also for Coal.
  
• San Diego and Leone removed, but San Diego returns in Update 14.7’s event collection; Leone remains in the Italian Destroyers collection.
  

[h2]Final Update: Experimental Ships & Classified Documents[/h2]


Closing chapters on temporary mechanics.

• Operations with Flagships and experimental ships end with Update 14.6.
• Classified Documents now upgradeable to Level 11.
  
• Complete experimental ship research now for final rewards in Update 14.7.
• Leaderboards are live, so check your standings!
  

[h2]Blue Archive Collaboration: Chapter Two[/h2]


Class is back in session on the high seas!

• Four new Blue Archive ships and exclusive camouflages.
• Four new themed commanders with individual voiceovers.
  
• Sail in style with Kivotos-themed flair and charm!
  

[h2]Grand Trial – Public Test Challenge[/h2]


The summer phase continues!

• Earn rewards by completing tasks across test phases of Updates 14.6–14.8.
• Main reward for Update 14.6: 1x Soviet Era container and 1x Soviet Era Premium container.
  
• Complete all seasonal phases for the ultimate annual prize.
  

This is just the beginning, so dive into Update 14.6 and explore it all. Read the full update article here:

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[h2]Take the Update 14.6 Survey![/h2]

Enjoying the new features? Let us know your thoughts via the survey link below!

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[h2]Operations with Flagships[/h2]


The relatively recent addition to our selection of battle types—Operations with Flagships—is alive and well in Update 14.5! Be sure to give it a go before the new update drops, and use upgraded Classified Documents to topple the bot fleet's leader-ship!

Learn more via this link:
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[h2]Brawl of the Week[/h2]


The final Brawl of Update 14.5 ends after this weekend. Enjoy it while you can!

• 3v3; Tier IX ships
  
• No more than 2 battleships, 2 cruisers, and 2 destroyers per team
  
• Divisions of up to 3 players
  

[h2]Update 14.6 Teaser[/h2]


Next week's update is sure to turn some heads when it comes rolling out of a thick cloud of smoke. Get a first taste of it in our new trailer:

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[h2]Brawls: 5 vs. 5; Tier X[/h2]


The stage is set for a brawl-filled weekend! We hope you like Tier X ships, because they are running the show this session in a 5 vs. 5 format.

If you have a handful of buddies on standby, we suggest lassoing them into a Division for maximum coordination and efficiency. Just remember the ship restrictions: No more than 1 aircraft carrier, 3 battleships, 4 cruisers, and 3 destroyers per team.

[h2]Join the Respawn-a-Thon![/h2]


While in a perfect world, you wouldn't need to respawn at all—it's good to know the mechanic's got your back in Update 14.5's temporary battle type Unbreakable Line!

In Unbreakable Line, all destroyed ships respawn after a short delay, and teams fight for victory by earning points. This means that wiping out the enemy team entirely is not an available path to victory. Battles are fought in a 7 vs. 7 format with Tier IX–X destroyers, cruisers, and battleships.

For more information, see the dedicated article:
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[h2]New Perspectives on YouTube[/h2]


This week saw the premiere of some new videos at the official World of Warships YouTube channel that we think you'll appreciate!

The first paints the historical background behind one of the stars of Update 14.5: USS Johnston and her battle-damage form GQ Johnny.

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The second one focuses on the gameplay of the new American heavy cruiser Cambridge. See how she plays and decide for yourself if you'd like to add her to your fleet:

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[h2]Captains![/h2]

The final week of Steam-o-Rama is nigh! Gear up for some high-profile raffles, featuring rewards like a bundle with [color]German Commander Steam-chan[/color], [color]Premium ship containers[/color], and [color]lots of other goods![/color] Simply opt in and complete weekly combat missions, and don’t miss out on the special Flag-o-Rama event to gain access to the largest raffle of them all!


[h2]How to Enter:[/h2]
To take part in the Week 3 Raffle:

• Click the “Participate” button in the linked article:
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• Complete the final Steam-O-Rama combat mission during the weekend.

[h2]🔥Week 3 Raffle🔥[/h2]

All players who complete the final Steam-O-Rama mission will be eligible to receive giveaway prizes.

• Five random winners will receive a super bundle: German Tier V cruiser Königsberg, the Steam Cat camouflage for Königsberg, and German Commander Steam-chan
  
• Another three winners: 1x Premium Ship VIII container
  
• Guaranteed prize: 500 Community Tokens
  

[h2]🎁Win Big With Signal Flags!🎁[/h2]

Simply opt in by using the button in the linked article and completing at least one of the associated combat missions. You'll also automatically be added to our latest Flag-o-Rama event. Expend as many signals as you can in battle during the event's time frame for a shot at rewards that include a total of 16 Premium ship containers and Steam Supercontainers, as well as days of Warships Premium Account.

For more information, visit the article on our website:

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[h2]Rules:[/h2]

• Winners will be picked at random from the pool of unique users who complete the combat mission(s).
  
• Any comments that break the discussion rules may be deleted or excluded.
  
• Weekly winners will be announced and prizes will be awarded before the next weekend mission starts.
  
• The winners of the Week 3 Raffle and Flag-o-Rama will be announced in this article.

May the wind be at your back, Captains!⚓️

If you don’t see one of the combat missions appear in-game, make sure you’ve opted in by clicking the “Participate” button in the article on our website accessible via the link above.

🎉Congratulations to the winners:🎉[German Tier V cruiser Königsberg, the Steam Cat camouflage for Königsberg, and German Commander Steam-chan]

• cNNk
  
• Lars_Solkysten
  
• Basso21
  
• Sarcastic_Panda
  
• bloodragon
  

Thank you to everyone who took part, we really appreciate your support!

🎉Congratulations to the winners:🎉[1x Premium Ship VIII container]

• The_Great_Bear
  
• Tangowulf
  
• berbenliev
  

The Flag-O-Rama Grand Raffle results can be found via the link

Thank you to everyone who took part, we really appreciate your support!

[h2]Clan Battles Season 30 "Man o' War"[/h2]


This week saw the start of a very special Clan Battles season that features the Classified Documents mechanic.

During the pre-battle countdown and 60 seconds after it, you'll be able to choose up to two Classified Documents granting attack and defense bonuses against specific ships on the opposing team. Ships deemed powerful in their own right for the Clan Battles environment will be balanced out by having fewer Classified Documents available per battle (either just one or none at all).

Format:

• 7v7; Tier X ships
  
• Only battleships, cruisers, and destroyers allowed; no more than 1 battleship per team
  
• Louisiana, Komissar, and Hildebrand cannot be taken into battle
  

For more information about the mechanics, rewards, and timeframes of Clan Battles season 30, check out our dedicated article:
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[h2]Beat the Odds in Asymmetric Battles![/h2]


Five players face off against a team of 12 lower-tier bots in this popular battle type that's back in the game for Update 14.5!

Team up with other daring Captains at the helms of Tier VI–X ships and superships and give those bots a lesson in quality versus quantity!

Click the link for more information:
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[h2]Brawls[/h2]


Update 14.5's Brawling season starts strong this week with a 4v4 format at Tier VIII. Each team can bring no more than 1 aircraft carrier, 2 battleships, 2 cruisers, and 1 destroyer.

[h2]Public Test for Update 14.6[/h2]


The first Public Test round for the game's next update is happening now! Click the link to find out how you can be a part of it and earn some extra rewards in the process:

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