World of Tanks — patch notes and updates
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| Frontline 2026: Spring Launch | 2026-05-02 | Commanders! Frontline returns this spring—bringing back massive 30v30 battles, dynamic scenarios, and a wealth of rewards. Take command of your favorite Tier VIII vehicles and prove your dominance across three vast battlefields! Event Schedule: EU (CET/UTC+2) NA (ET | CT | PT) APAC (UTC+8) StartMay 4, 07:00 May 4, 05:00 | 07:00 | 08:00 May 4, 07:00 EndMay 11, 04:00May 11, 02:00 | 04:00 | 05:00 May 11, 04:00 Dynamic Battle ScenariosFrontline delivers a dynamic battlefield experience with three distinct battle scenarios, ensuring every encounter feels fresh and unpredictable. Standard Battle. Combat Reserves function under normal Frontline rule |
| Vickers Mk. 3 and DBV-152 Return to Assembly Shop | 2026-04-22 | Commanders, The Assembly Shop is reopening with two classic vehicles, the Vickers MBT Mk. 3 and DBV-152, coming back for another chance to be built with your resources! Choose the one that's right for you, or better yet, get both! As always, supplies are limited, so be quick before they roll out of the shop for good. EU (CET/UTC+1)NA (PT | CT | ET)APAC (UTC+8)Event StartApril 23, 18:00April 23, 17:00 | 19:00 | 20:00April 23, 20:00Event EndApril 26, 23:59April 26, 21:00 | 23:00 | 23:59April 26, 23:59Please remember that the basic operating principle of the Assembly Shop is "First come, first served"—so be prepared when it opens! The event may |
| Update 2.2.1: Full Charge | 2026-04-20 | Commanders!Update 2.2.1: Full Charge introduces three new Tier XI vehicles, enhances four vehicle lines, brings changes to three maps, adds Battle Route Tips, begins a new Onslaught season, plus more. Enjoy the new and improved vehicles and maps, make use of the new feature, and join the events!World of Tanks servers for Update 2.2.1 will be available from:EU (CEST/UTC+2)NA (ET | CT | PT)ASIA (UTC+8)22.04 08:3021.04 09:00 | 08:00 | 06:0021.04 07:00Three New Tier XIs Gorilla is a U.S. turreted TD with a Multi-Pack Charge System enabling it to fire reduced-efficiency shots before its gun fully reloads. The Fauteur is a well-armored French heavy |
| Onslaught: Season of the Jade Dragon—Final Push for Annual Rewards | 2026-04-20 | Commanders!The Season of the Jade Dragon marks the grand finale of the 2025–2026 Onslaught cycle. At the end of this Season, the coveted Annual Reward awaits—headlined by the Ashbringer, a Tier X Polish heavy tank crafted as a stunning replica of the 60TP Lewandowskiego. Don't miss your chance to earn it!Onslaught: Season of the Jade DragonFrom April 20, 2026 through June 1, 2026Event Prime TimesEU2/EU3 SERVERS (April 22 – June 1)EU4 SERVER (April 22 – June 1)NA SERVER (April 21 – June 1)ASIA SERVER (April 20 – May 31)Weekdays and Weekends: 11:00 – 02:00 CEST (UTC+2)Weekdays and Weekends: 11:00 – 19:00 CEST (UTC+2)Weekdays: 15:00 – 23:00 PT | |
| New Tier XI Vehicles: A Powerful Trio | 2026-04-16 | Each of the new Tier XI vehicles introduced in Update 2.2.1 is a true pinnacle of its branch, embodying its concept to the fullest. Their special mechanics add even more flavor to the gameplay, compensating for weaknesses or fusing strengths together. Gorilla Gorilla is the successor to the T110E4, inheriting a sturdy partial-rotation turret and a devastating gun—and also long reload time which might make it vulnerable. But unlike its predecessor, the Gorilla has the Multi-Pack Charge System. You can fire long before you fully reload—with less damage and worse penetration but slightly better DPM. Fauteur solves the conundrum of its precursor, |
| Join the World of Tanks Birthday Celebrations | 2026-04-10 | Commanders!Join the celebration and take part in a packed event featuring rewards, missions, Twitch Drops, discounts, and a first look at what's coming next in Update 2.2.1. EU (CEST/UTC+2)NA (PT | CT | ET)ASIA (UTC+8)Event StartApril 10 at 11:00April 10 at 02:00 | 04:00 | 05:00April 10 at 17:00Event EndApril 20 at 11:00April 20 at 02:00 | 04:00 | 05:00April 20 at 17:00Birthday Gifts and DiscountsLog in during the event to receive a special birthday gift package:AM 39 Gendron-Somua (Tier II French light tank)"Forged in Fire" 2D style3 days of WoT Premium AccountThroughout the event, enjoy a wide range of discounts and bonuses, especially on t |
| Three New Tier XIs Incoming | 2026-03-25 | Commanders!Three top-tier vehicles are to enter the game in the 2.2.1 update. Like all Tier XIs, these powerful machines possess signature abilities that define their gameplay and make them unique. Meet the Gorilla, the Fauteur, and the Executor! Peek at the Mighty TrioGorilla Gorilla extends the T110E4 line, sporting a powerful gun in a sturdy turret. Its Multi-Pack Charge System ability allows it to take reduced-power shots long before its gun has fully reloaded. Meaning it's very hard to catch the Gorilla off guard!Fauteur rightful heir to the AMX M4 mle. 54, the well-armored Fauteur features the Induction Propellant Afterburner ability. T |
| Expanded Neon Dash: New Maps and Obstacles | 2026-03-19 | Commanders! The high-speed Neon Dash event is back for two adrenaline-filled weekends, bringing two brand-new neon maps and fresh obstacles. Get ready for an intense demolition derby filled with hazards and surprises! Event duration:EU (CET/UTC+1)NA (ET | CT | PT)ASIA (UTC+8)Launch 1 StartMarch 20 at 10:00March 20 at 11:00 | 10:00 | 08:00March 20 at 13:00Launch 1 EndMarch 23 at 00:00March 23 at 02:00 | 01:00 | March 22 at 23:00March 23 at 04:00Launch 2 StartMarch 27 at 10:00March 27 at 11:00 | 10:00 | 08:00March 27 at 13:00Launch 2 EndMarch 29 at 23:00March 30 at 01:00 | 00:00 | March 29 at 22:00March 30 at 04:00Mode Features30-Player Demolit |
| Battle Pass Special: Mafia | 2026-03-16 | Commanders!A renowned family of decent people has arrived in World of Tanks. These respectable gentlemen from the fine city of Lost Heaven provide valuable services—along with the powerful Predatore tank from the "old country" of theirs.EUNA (PT | CT | ET)ASIA (UTC+8)Event StartMarch 19, 05:30 CET (UTC+1)March 19, 03:30 | 05:30 | 06:30March 19, 06:30Event EndMarch 29, 05:30 CEST (UTC+2)March 29, 02:30 | 04:30 | 05:30March 29, 05:30Chase Your Dreams no small feat to rise from cabbie to mob enforcer to caporegime. Tommy Angelo kept these mementos from different years to remind himself of his career achievements, his humble beginnings, and the p |
| Glorious in Green Festival: Join and Prosper! | 2026-03-11 | Commanders!Play in Steel Hunter: Shamrock Showdown and Random Battles, collect Lucky Seals, and exchange them for goodies, including up to two Emerald Chests. Test your luck at eight Premium vehicles, two of them brand-new: the Kame and the Buryan. Join the Glorious in Green festival and let fortune roll your way!EU (CET/UTC+1)NA (PT | CT | ET)APAC (UTC+8)Event StartMarch 12 at 04:00March 12 at 05:00 | 07:00 | 08:00March 12 at 14:00Event EndMarch 20 at 04:00March 20 at 05:00 | 07:00 | 08:00March 20 at 14:00Join the Celebration Lucky SealsFight in Steel Hunter: Shamrock Showdown mode, complete a special repeatable mission in Random Battles, an |
| Steel Hunter: Shamrock Showdown Is Back! | 2026-03-11 | Commanders!Steel Hunter is back, wearing a thousand shades of green, because it's Cath Ríoga (battle royale) time! Survive and prevail on shrinking maps in upgradeable vehicles unique for the mode, earning Lucky Seals—and then exchange them in the Shamrock Shop for goodies that include up to two Emerald Chests!Steel Hunter: Shamrock ShowdownFrom March 12 to March 20Prime Times DATEEU1, EU2, EU3, EU5EU4NAASIA12.0305:00 to 01:00 CET (UTC+1)05:00 to 23:00 CET (UTC+1)05:00 to 00:00 (PT)07:00 to 02:00 (CT)08:00 to 03:00 (ET)14:00 to 02:00 (UTC+8)13.03 to 19.0307:00 to 01:00 CET (UTC+1)05:00 to 23:00 CET (UTC+1)06:00 to 00:00 (PT)08:00 to 02:00 (CT |
| Girls und Panzer Returns with New Team-Kabasan! | 2026-03-03 | Commanders! A new Sensha-Dō team from Oarai Girls’ High School joins the competition! The Team-Kabasan—led by Commander Erwin—arrives with their signature StuG III Ausf. F Kabasan and two distinct 3D styles. Get ready to command this determined crew and discover fresh customizations that will make your vehicles truly shine in every battle. EU (CET/UTC+1)NA (PT | CT | ET)APAC (UTC+8)StartMarch 5, 10:00March 5, 01:00 | 03:00 | 04:00March 5, 17:00EndMarch 12, 10:00March 12, 01:00 | 03:00 | 04:00March 12, 17:00SummaryNew TeamOarai Girls’ High School strengthens its lineup with the arrival of the new Team-Kabasan Crew! Led by Commander Erwin—who g |
| Update 2.2: Power Up! | 2026-03-02 | Commanders!Update 2.2: Power Up! completes our long-term Crew rework, making Crew interaction clearer, more flexible and comfortable. Additionally, it introduces improvements to the Armor Inspector feature, a revamped Neon Dash event with fresh maps and obstacles, and several other additions. Roll out and experience it all!World of Tanks servers for Update 2.2 will be available from:EU (CET/UTC+1)NA (ET | CT | PT)ASIA (UTC+8)4.03 07:303.03 08:00 | 07:00 | 05:004.03 07:00Crew Rework: New Perks & ImprovementsWe’re introducing 10 new perks—two for each major qualification. Alongside this, we’re adding several quality-of-life improvements (includ |
| Battle Pass Season XIX: Operation Borealis | 2026-02-26 | Commanders!Join the brave operatives who set out to intercept and decrypt strange radio transmissions from the frozen surroundings of the remote Nordskar island. Travel to the far North to kick off a new Battle Pass year of three Seasons. Obtain awesome rewards, start earning Tokens to exchange for various vehicles (two of them are brand-new and one can be picked up this Season), enjoy the expanded Vault, and more! EUNA (ET | CT | PT)APAC (UTC+8)StartMarch 4 at 08:00 (CET/UTC+1)March 3 at 08:30 | 07:30 | 05:30March 3 at 07:30EndJune 3 at 02:30 (CEST/UTC+2)June 2 at 03:30 | 02:30 | 00:30June 2 at 02:00What's New?Battle Pass XIX introduces two |
| Crew Rework Complete: New Perks & Final Improvements | 2026-02-25 | Commanders!Over the past few years, the Crew system in World of Tanks has gone through a series of important and meaningful changes. With Update 2.2, this long-term evolution reaches its final stage. Ten new perks and several quality-of-life improvements complete the Crew rework we’ve been taking for a couple of years. Now we bring the entire system to the vision we set from the very beginning: tactically rich, flexible, intuitive, and convenient for every Commander—without changing its familiar core.New Perks: The Basics Every role now gains new tactical tools designed to shine in real combat situations. All perks are built around: Critical |
| Watch and Earn with the Spring Token Store | 2026-02-23 | Commanders!Spring is arriving, and Spring Tokens are in bud and bloom alongside the leaves and flowers.Watch World of Tanks Twitch streams throughout this season and get Spring Tokens to use in the Spring Token Store for rewards like the VK 45.03, Heavy Tank No. VI, and more! EU (CET/UTC+1)NA (ET | CT | PT)APAC (UTC+8)StartFebruary 23 at 10:00February 23 at 04:00 | 03:00 | 01:00February 23 at 17:00EndMarch 30 at 11:00March 30 at 05:00 | 04:00 | 02:00March 30 at 18:00Weekly and Weekend Twitch Drops Tune in to participating World of Tanks streams and earn Spring Tokens every week through Twitch Drops. The more you watch, the more you earn! Week |
| Wargaming Publisher Sale: Limited-Time DLC Deals Await | 2026-02-19 | Commanders!Wargaming Publisher Sale is back—bringing exclusive DLCs, hefty discounts, and special bundles to Steam. Load up your Garage with valuable items in World of Tanks, World of Warships, and more!From February 19 to February 26, grab time-limited deals, including deep discounts and even Free 4-in-1 Bundle.LEARN MORE Free DLC4-in-1 Discounted BundleAdd even more to your Garage with cross-game bundle available for a limited-time at a massive discount! Here are the World of Tanks items you’ll receive:T26E3 Eagle 7 (Tier VII American medium tank) with a Garage slot and crew2D style: "Star Spangled"A mission for 7 days of WoT Premium accoun |
| Assemble the Ashigaru—A Japanese Tier X Tank Destroyer | 2026-02-18 | Commanders,The gates of the Assembly Shop are opening again! This time, you have an opportunity to build the Ashigaru, a brand-new Tier X Japanese wheeled sniper tank destroyer with a gun that may be called phenomenal because of its stats.Every Ashigaru assembled will come with the imposing "Shinsei" 3D style featuring a unique number. Read on and learn how to make the Ashigaru yours! EU (CET/UTC+1)NA (PT | CT | ET)APAC (UTC+8)Event StartFebruary 19, 18:00February 19, 17:00 | 19:00 | 20:00February 19, 17:00Event EndFebruary 22, 23:59February 22, 21:00 | 23:00 | 23:59February 22, 23:59 Please remember that the basic operating principle of the |
| Lunar New Year Treasure | 2026-02-12 | Commanders!Celebrate Lunar New Year with Blazing Treasures packed with powerful rewards, festive customizations, and a new set of 3D attachments inspired by the year of the Fire Horse.EU (CET/UTC+1)NA (PT | CT | ET)APAC (UTC+8)Event StartFebruary 12, 05:00February 11, 21:00 | 23:00 | February 12, 00:00February 12, 13:00Event EndFebruary 22, 05:00February 21, 21:00 | 23:00 | February 22, 00:00February 22, 13:00Open Blazing Treasures Each Blazing Treasure delivers guaranteed rewards and a chance to receive Premium vehicles, festive styles, and valuable in-game items. Open them to reveal prosperity, power, and the fiery spirit of the new lunar y |
| Join the Jade Emperor's Challenge! | 2026-02-10 | Commanders!Fight for the Spirit of the Fire Horse and deliver it behind enemy lines to earn the Jade Emperor's favor this Lunar New Year. EU (CET/UTC+1)NA (PT | CT | ET)APAC (UTC+8)Event StartFebruary 12, 05:00February 12, 02:00 | 04:00 | 05:00February 12, 06:00Event EndFebruary 23, 05:00February 23, 02:00 | 04:00 | 05:00February 23, 06:00Event RulesFight in fast-paced 7v7 battles with Tier VIII vehicles only and all classes except SPGs, master unique class abilities, and progress through stages to earn valuable rewards. Battles are split into rounds—once the Spirit is delivered, a new round begins, and you rejoin the fight. Deliver the Spiri |