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Weekend Highlights | 14.5 #1

[h2]Update 14.5 Changelog[/h2]


A new update has just been rolled out, Captains! Be sure to take the time to give our changelog publication a once-over to learn all about the new features, ships, battle types, and events that you can interact with in the weeks to come. You'll find it in all its glory via this link:

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[h2]New Experimental Ships & Oregon Leaderboard Event[/h2]


New experimental ships Protector, Hotaka, and Varese have splashed into the game, joining the first round of ships—Metz, Vyazma, and Oregon—introduced earlier this year. The newcomers stand out for their close-range specialty that's complemented by their unique experimental feature: their secondary battery firing range and reload time improve relative to the damage they take.

[h3]Compete to Win Destroyer Johnston[/h3]

A new 1-week Leaderboard event has begun! Climb aboard experimental ship Oregon and try your best to inflict the most damage possible in a single battle. The top 25 players will win U.S. Premium destroyer Johnston, and the next 75 players will receive bundles of Coal.

Everything you need to know about the new experimental ships and Oregon leaderboard is available via this link:
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[h2]Familiar Battle Types Return![/h2]


Two familiar temporary battle types have entered the game for Update 14.5—have a go at both this weekend!

  • Asymmetric Battles: The tried-and-true battle type that pits a smaller team of players against a larger team of lower-tier bots.
  • Unbreakable Line: A more recent addition to the roster of temporary battle types. The main feature of these player vs. player confrontations is that when you're destroyed, you respawn!


[h2]Team League X Tournament Streams[/h2]


It's back—the popular community tournament where World of Warships Twitch streamers create their own teams from pools of players of all skill levels, then pit them against each other!

Tune in for some fun shenanigans by watching any of the 12 participating streamers' channels to get unique views of all the action and take part in giveaways. There's also a dedicated Twitch Drop going on during the tournament, so keep an eye out!

More info and the full list of streamers can be found via this link:
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[h2]Steam-O-Rama[/h2]


Gear up for 3 weeks of high-profile raffles, featuring rewards such as a bundle with German Steam-chan, Premium ship containers, and lots of other goods! 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!

Join the event via this link:
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[h2]World Ocean Day Event[/h2]


We're raising awareness this June for the noble cause of ocean conservation, together with our partners Bunq and Fisher Space Pen, as well as the non-profit organization, FORCE BLUE.

Take part in an in-game Base XP earning contest and multiple raffles for a chance to win Amazon vouchers, high quality pens, and valuable in-game goodies.

Learn how to participate in our dedicated article:
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[h2]Take the 14.5 Survey![/h2]

Enjoying the new features introduced by Update 14.5? Let us know what you think via the survey link below!

Take Survey

Steam-o-Rama Week 1



[h2]Captains![/h2]

Gear up for 3 weeks of 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!


[h3][color]Note:[/color][/h3]
[color]The first Steam-O-Rama combat mission starts: June 13, 09:00 UTC[/color]
[color]The first Steam-O-Rama combat mission ends: June 15, 19:00 UTC [/color]

The combat mission has ended. Follow the link below to access the current week's raffle:
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/552990/view/521966114141373670
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/552990/view/521966114141373672
[h2]How to Enter:[/h2]
To take part in the Week 1 Raffle:
  • Click the “Participate” button in the linked article:
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  • Complete the first Steam-O-Rama combat mission during the weekend.

[h2]🔥Week 1 Raffle🔥[/h2]
All players who complete the first of three Steam-O-Rama combat missions 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 1 Raffle 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]
  • ghs_2021
  • GutsDD
  • Antishuo
  • beepwatch
  • FuIgore

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

🎉Congratulations to the winners:🎉[1x Premium Ship VIII container]
  • Javidt
  • brainxxl
  • Minnato

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

Familiar Battle Types Return!

Two familiar temporary battle types have entered the game for Update 14.5—have a go at both this weekend!


Asymmetric Battles: The tried-and-true battle type that pits a smaller team of players against a larger team of lower-tier bots.





Team up with other daring Captains at the helms of Tier VI–X ships and superships with a maximum of one tier difference between teammates. You can create Divisions of up to five players, and each Division may include up to two battleships, two cruisers, two destroyers, one submarine, and one aircraft carrier. However, unique Commander talents will be disabled in Update 14.5 for this battle type due to technical limitations.


Unbreakable Line: A more recent addition to the roster of temporary battle types. The main feature of these player vs. player confrontations is that when you're destroyed, you respawn!



Exciting news, Captains—Unbreakable Line will return in Update 14.5 and stay with you until the end of Update 14.6! Some changes have been made based on feedback for the previous iteration, but the core idea remains the same—ships respawn after destruction! Battles last only 12 minutes and are fought on smaller maps.

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Update 14.5 | Summer Festival, Asymmetric Battles, and More!



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Here’s an overview of the major highlights introduced in Update 14.5. Be sure to check out the full details on our website:

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[h2]Summer Festival Event Pass[/h2]


Dive into summer with our vibrant new Event Pass!

  • First line rewards: 3 days of Premium Account, the "Boom!" enemy destruction effect, and Commander Marina Carmen Fernández with 10 skill points and an individual voiceover.
  • Unlock the second line for 2,500 Doubloons to instantly receive the Pin-Up Summer permanent camouflage.
  • Earn Italian Tier VI Premium cruiser Duca d’Aosta and 150 Summer Tokens to spend in the Armory event.
  • Extra levels award More Signals containers (first line) and Rare Bonuses containers (second line).


[h2]Asymmetric Battles Return[/h2]


Take on a team of bots in this fan-favorite battle mode!

  • 5-player teams face off against 12 bots, with a one-tier difference limit.
  • Playable with Tier VI–X ships and superships.
  • Bots are two tiers lower than player ships (excluding submarines).
  • Form Divisions with up to 5 players. Limited to 1 aircraft carrier, 2 battleships, 2 cruisers, 2 destroyers, and 1 submarine.


[h2]Unbreakable Line Returns – Now With Tier X![/h2]


The action-packed respawn mode is back with changes!

  • 7v7 battles with Tier IX–X cruisers, battleships, and destroyers.
  • 12-minute battles on smaller maps with respawns 15 seconds after destruction.
  • Victory by reaching 1,000 points or finishing the battle in the lead. No points are lost for ships sinking!
  • Temporary buffs on respawn; consumables do not refresh.
  • Expanded map pool: Big Race, Hotspot, Land of Fire, Sea of Fortune, Trident, Loop, Sleeping Giant, and Greece.


[h2]Second Group of Experimental Ships[/h2]


Three new close-range brawlers enter testing!

  • Protector – U.S. Tier VIII cruiser
  • Hotaka – Japanese Tier IX battleship
  • Varese – Italian Tier X cruiser
  • Powerful secondaries gain range and firing rate as HP decreases.
  • Find out how to unlock the newcomers in a dedicated article on our website.


[h2]Clan Battles: Man o’ War and Classified Documents[/h2]


The new Clan Battle season introduces a tactical edge!

  • Classified Documents grant specific advantages against enemy ships.
  • Select up to 2 per ship before battle (fewer for overperforming ships).
  • Aims to improve balance without banning popular ships.


[h2]Updated Operations with Flagships[/h2]


More power, more upgrades!

  • Classified Documents can now be upgraded to Level 8.
  • Earn Intel Tokens from various battle types to level up.
  • Be more effective against powerful flagship enemies.


[h2]Armory Highlights[/h2]


Big updates and returning favorites!

  • Battle of Paso de Patria containers now available for Coal—get Commander Joaquim Marques Lisboa!
  • Trade-In event lets you exchange Premium ships for Doubloon discounts.
  • Get Johnston and her damaged replica, GQ Johnny, via bundles or direct purchase.
  • Complete the Still Standing collection for Commander Ernest E. Evans and more.


[h2]Star Trek Collaboration Returns[/h2]


Beam aboard new and returning items!

  • Earn "To Boldly Go" or Assimilated camouflages, a Star Trek Port, and Premium containers.
  • Complete missions and browse the Armory and Premium Shop for themed rewards.


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


Take part in this year-long Public Test event!

  • Complete seasonal tasks for rewards across four phases.
  • The Spring Phase (14.3–14.5) offers the Grand Trial flag and patch.
  • Main reward for Update 14.5: 1x German Squadron container and 1x German Squadron Premium container.
  • Finish all four phases to earn a Premium Ship VIII Elite container!


This is just the beginning, so dive into Update 14.5 and explore it all! Read the full update article here:

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[h2]Take the Update 14.5 Survey![/h2]

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

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Weekend Highlights | 14.4 #4

[h2]Harvest Some Soviet Era Containers![/h2]


Keep an eye out for the new "From the Red Docks" chain in your Combat Missions tab. To complete each of the three parts, you simply have to fight battles. The reward? 1x Soviet Era container for each part, plus a bonus two of these containers for completing the full chain!

"What's inside a Soviet Era container?" we hear you ask. The answer is a chance to get one of eight Soviet Premium Tier VII–IX ships or one themed permanent camouflage or economic bonus. Check out the full drop list on our special page.

[h2]Brawl, Brawl, Brawl![/h2]


Your favorite battle type for small-scale skirmishes is hitting you this weekend with a 4v4 format and Tier VIII ships.

Just remember: No more than 3 battleships, 1 aircraft carrier, 1 cruiser, 2 destroyers, and 1 submarine per team are allowed—keep that in mind if you're going at it in a Division with your friends!

[h2]Update 14.5 Teaser Trailer[/h2]


Would you believe it—Update 14.5 is already around the corner! What new adventures does it have in store for you? Check our trailer below, and consider yourself teased!

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