World War 3 News

World War 3 is now available to play for free on Windows PC! Download the game from the World War 3 website or Steam, squad up with your friends, and prepare to experience the new and improved World War 3 in Open Beta.

Switch your language via the in-game settings to enjoy fully localised text and interfaces, subtitles and voiceovers in English, French, German, Spanish*, Polish, Russian, Turkish, and Arabic.

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[h2]WELCOME TO WORLD WAR 3[/h2]
World War 3 is a tactical online first-person shooter developed by The Farm 51. Engage in thrilling, team-based skirmishes on the ground, drive tanks and vehicles, utilize drones to survey the battlefield, and call in tactical strikes for maximum damage. Up to 40 players can battle in two core game modes—Tactical Ops and Team Deathmatch—across a range of stunning, realistic maps. Squad up and take the fight from the streets of Warsaw, Berlin, Moscow, and Polyarny, to the outskirts of Smolensk and beyond!
[h2]NEW FEATURES, CHANGES & IMPROVEMENTS[/h2]
Countless improvements have been made to World War 3 on a technical, visual, audio, and gameplay level. Bugs have been squashed, crashes have been conquered, new features such as Mastery Achievements have been added, and many of the game’s weapons and strikes have been rebalanced in pursuit of a fairer and more competitive gameplay experience. Even if you played World War 3 in a previous testing stage, be sure to check out the Open Beta build and see just how far the game has come!

For a full breakdown of what to expect from the Open Beta build, check out the Patch Notes.
[h2]REWORKED TACTICAL OPS MAP: RETURN TO SMOLENSK[/h2]
The Russian town of Smolensk has a long, embattled history. Drop in to discover a fully reworked version of this map in Tactical Ops featuring new combat zones, natural lighting and environments, improved terrain, additional buildings and cover, and much more.



To learn more about the development process behind the new version of Smolensk, check out the Feature Spotlight.
[h2]NEW FEATURE: IN-GAME SHOP[/h2]
The in-game Shop is your sandbox for exploring a wealth of customization options and useful items in World War 3. Using UNC or SP currencies, shop from an extensive range of items and gear, including unique Blueprints to personalize your Weapons, Strikes, Vehicles, and Operators.
 
Learn more about the Shop in the dedicated Feature Spotlight.
[h2]LAUNCH BONUS: EARN DOUBLE XP![/h2]

• +100% XP Bonus (September 26–October 6): Receive bonus XP from every matchmaking battle fought during the first week of Open Beta!

[h2]YEAR 1 | STARTER PACK AVAILABLE NOW[/h2]
Start the fight in World War 3 with the Starter Pack. Only available during YEAR 1, this bundle contains exclusive content you can't get anywhere else, including new Blueprints for your Operator and M416 assault rifle, premium currency, and XP Boosters.



Get the YEAR 1 | Starter Pack today from the WW3 website or Steam!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2015840/WW3__Year_1__Starter_Pack/

[h2]COMING SOON TO WW3[/h2]
The launch of the free-to-play Open Beta marks the start of YEAR 1, the first phase of new in-game content that will expand the world and gameplay possibilities of World War 3. Further down the line we plan to launch the first Operation, a large seasonal content update accompanied by a Battle Pass. We’ll have more to share soon, so please stay tuned for more information!
[h2]THANK YOU![/h2]
We’re thrilled that players worldwide can finally enter the fray and experience the game. The Open Beta launch comes after the tireless efforts of the development team, extended testing periods, and extensive player feedback. Closed Beta players and Veterans demonstrated impassioned levels of dedication to World War 3 that we could have only dreamed of—you helped bring this significant milestone to fruition, so thank you from all of us on the World War 3 team!

World War 3 is in active development, and our future pipeline is loaded with more improvements, features, and new content. Together with this fantastic community, we hope to make World War 3 a uniquely immersive and entertaining FPS experience to rival the best of them. Strap yourselves in and enjoy the ride!
[h2]JOIN THE WORLD WAR 3 COMMUNITY![/h2]
Subscribe to the official World War 3 newsletter to get more of the latest news, events, special offers, and lots more like this straight to your inbox. You can also follow World War 3 on Discord, Twitter, Facebook, Reddit, Instagram, and YouTube.

*Limited voiceovers are available in Spanish.

Start the fight in World War 3 with the Starter Pack! Only available during YEAR 1 from the official WW3 website and Steam, this bundle contains exclusive content you can't get anywhere else, including new Blueprints for your Operator and M416 assault rifle, premium currency, and XP Boosters.



The YEAR 1 | Starter Pack contains:

• First Response Operator Blueprint: Act fast and without hesitation. Customize your Operator with exclusive new gear!
• M416 Hunter Assault Rifle Blueprint: Hunt down targets with extreme efficiency using this exclusive configuration for the M416 German assault rifle (the base weapon can be unlocked for free via normal gameplay).
• 500 UNC: Spend this premium currency in the Shop to customize your loadout and push for victory.
• 5x Double XP Boosters: Make the most of your battles in World War 3 with two hours of double XP from each Booster.

IMPORTANT: Blueprints can grant limited access to new base Weapons and Strikes before they have been fully unlocked. Unlock them via free progression to make full use of purchased Blueprints for customization!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2015840/WW3__Year_1__Starter_Pack/

World War 3 is now available to download and play for free in Open Beta via the official website and Steam. Subscribe to the official World War 3 newsletter to get more of the latest news, events, special offers, and lots more like this straight to your inbox. You can also follow World War 3 on Discord, Twitter, Facebook, Reddit, Instagram, and YouTube.

If you want to craft your own unique style and military identity in-game, the Shop is the place to be. Join us as we take a look at what’s on offer in-game in our latest Feature Spotlight!

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[h2]INTRODUCING THE SHOP[/h2]

The Shop is your sandbox for exploring a wealth of customization options and useful items. As World War 3 enters Open Beta and a free-to-play model, the Shop is one of the ways we can support the game’s ongoing development and the release of additional free content. 

Your gameplay won’t be impacted if you choose to buy (or not buy) anything here. However, we hope that players enjoy mixing and matching items bought from the Shop and earned from Battle Passes to create a unique look for their Operators. 

Explore an extensive range of items and gear to personalize your World War 3 experience, including:

• Operator Customizations (Patches, Flags, etc.)
• Identification Customizations (Banners, Emblems)
• Weapon Blueprints
• Strike Blueprints
• Vehicle Blueprints
• Operator Blueprints

Spend UNC or SP here in exchange for new content, then customize your loadout and show it off in battle! Content in the shop will rotate regularly, so keep an eye out for hot deals and new items.



[h2]SHOP CURRENCY[/h2]

There are two types of currency in World War 3 that you can exchange for content in the Shop:

• UNC: Premium currency that can be purchased from the official website and in-game.
• SP: Soft currency that can be earned through regular gameplay and progression (not available for purchase).

[h2]BRUSH UP ON BLUEPRINTS[/h2]

Blueprints are one of the most common items you will see in the Shop. They allow you to unlock weapons, gear, and strikes more quickly in specific configurations, along with exclusive skins. Combine different items and Blueprints available in the Shop to bring a sharp sense of style to your Operator, weapons, vehicles, and strikes!



IMPORTANT: Blueprints can grant limited access to new base Weapons and Strikes before they have been fully unlocked. Unlock them via free progression to make full use of purchased Blueprints for customization.

[h2]NO PAY-TO-WIN MECHANICS[/h2]

World War 3 is free to play for everyone, but it’s critical to us that it’s also completely fair to play for everyone too, regardless of whether or not you choose to spend money on the game. You will find no pay-to-win mechanics in the Shop; you can’t just buy the best guns and gear to get the edge in combat, you’ve gotta do it the right way through practice and perseverance!

There’s nothing in the Shop that will grant a permanent performance advantage. All items offer either purely cosmetic value, a temporary progression bonus, or are available in-game outside of the Shop. Additionally, items in the Shop related to gameplay performance are attainable to non-paying players through normal play and progression.

Explore the Shop today in World War 3!

If you own a Closed Beta Pack or Veteran Pack, the battlegrounds of World War 3 are now open to you! Your exclusive three-day Headstart is available now until September 29 at 10:00 UTC (at which point World War 3 will be free to play for everyone).

We’re proud to offer this exclusive pre-release window of playtime to Closed Beta players and Veterans as thanks for their incredible support through Early Access, the Veteran Alpha Test, Closed Beta, Public Stress Tests, and now a major new milestone: the free-to-play Open Beta. We look forward to the continued support of our player community as we soldier on together to a bigger, brighter future!



Players with Headstart access can play World War 3 today to enjoy the following features:

• Complete Open Beta Experience: Use your Headstart access to get started on progression before the free-to-play Open Beta begins, and experience this new and improved version of the game before just about everyone else!
• New and Improved Game: Countless improvements have been made to improve the game on a technical, visual, audio, and gameplay level. Check out the full list of changes in the Open Beta patch notes.
• Smolensk Returns: A newly-reworked Smolensk (Tactical Ops) is back in map rotation. See what’s new in the Feature Spotlight!
• Shop Added: The Shop is your sandbox for customization options and useful items in WW3.
• Double XP: Kick off the Headstart and Open Beta with 10 days of double XP from September 26–October 6!

You can also start the fight in World War 3 with the YEAR 1 | Starter Pack! Available from the official WW3 website and Steam, this bundle contains exclusive content you can't get anywhere else, including new Blueprints for your Operator and M416 assault rifle, premium currency, and five XP Boosters.

If you don’t have Headstart access, there’s not long left to wait. World War 3 will be free to download and play from the official WW3 website and Steam on September 29 at 10:00 UTC!



Subscribe to the official World War 3 newsletter to get more of the latest news, events, special offers, and lots more like this straight to your inbox. You can also follow World War 3 on Discord, Twitter, Facebook, Reddit, Instagram, and YouTube.

Times and dates are target estimations and may be subject to change. Follow WW3 social channels for up-to-date information.

Get ready to play without limits. World War 3 will launch on Steam and the World War 3 Launcher in Open Beta on September 29! From this date, the game will be entirely free to play for everyone with no purchase necessary. 

The Open Beta launch is the result of extended periods of testing, feedback, and development. We want to thank Closed Beta players and Veterans for their impassioned dedication, as well as the tireless efforts of the development team in achieving this huge milestone. Though the game remains in active development with more work to be done and new content still in the pipeline, we’re thrilled to welcome players around the world to enter the fray. Together, we hope to make World War 3 a uniquely immersive and entertaining gaming experience.



As well as countless improvements made to improve the game on a technical, visual, audio, and gameplay level, we’re adding a newly reworked Smolensk back to map rotation. You can also kick off Open Beta with 10 days of bonus XP from September 26–October 6, plus a round of Twitch Drops starting September 26, featuring the return of the exclusive Task Force F51 set!
[h2]GET A 3-DAY HEADSTART FROM SEPTEMBER 26[/h2]
We’re excited to announce that players who own a Closed Beta Pack or Veteran Pack are invited to enjoy an exclusive three-day Headstart from September 26–28 as thanks for their incredible support of World War 3! Use this additional time to get the jump on progression before Open Beta begins, and experience the game before just about everyone else. And in the meantime, enjoy the rest of the Closed Beta!
[h2]SAVE UP TO 30% ON CLOSED BETA PACKS[/h2]
If you want to get a Headstart on the Open Beta but don’t have a Closed Beta Pack, don’t worry… Closed Beta Packs are still available from the official World War 3 website and Steam, and for a limited time only they’re available for up to 30%off!

Grab one to unlock immediate WW3 access (available until September 23), a three-day Open Beta Headstart from September 26, and a range of awesome in-game content including Battle Passes, Blueprints for weapons, outfits and vehicles, cosmetic gear, and much more (certain items will be granted during Open Beta).



[h2]CLOSED BETA END AND PROGRESS RESET[/h2]
To prepare for the Open Beta launch, the World War 3 Closed Beta Test will end on September 23 at 18:00 CEST. All progress will be reset following maintenance, but items received from Closed Beta Packs, Veteran Packs, Twitch Drops, and Public Stress Test rewards will remain permanently available in Open Beta and beyond. For further details about maintenance and server availability, please follow WW3 social channels.
[h2]LAUNCH EVENTS[/h2]
Celebrate the arrival of Open Beta with free content and bonus XP!

• XP Bonus (September 26–October 6): Receive additional XP from every battle fought through the Headstart and the first week of Open Beta!

[h2]ARE YOU READY?[/h2]
Prepare to experience World War 3, a tactical online FPS developed by The Farm 51. Engage in thrilling, team-based skirmishes by fighting on the ground, driving tanks and vehicles, utilizing drones to survey the battlefield, and calling in tactical strikes for maximum damage. Up to 40 players can battle in two core game modes, Tactical Ops and Deathmatch, with matches fought on a range of stunning, realistic maps. Squad up and take the fight from the streets of Warsaw, Berlin, Moscow, and Polyarny, to the outskirts of Smolensk and beyond!
[h2]JOIN THE WORLD WAR 3 COMMUNITY![/h2]
Subscribe to the official World War 3 newsletter to get more of the latest news, events, special offers, and lots more like this straight to your inbox. You can also follow World War 3 on Discord, Twitter, Facebook, Reddit, Instagram, and YouTube.

Times and dates are target estimations and may be subject to change. Follow WW3 social channels for up-to-date information.