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Latest main battle tanks and dozens of other new vehicles are joining the fight

Gaijin Entertainment announces that the next major content update “Heavy Cavalry” will be available for the military online action game War Thunder in mid-June. It will feature the very latest modern MBTs, such as the American M1A2С Abrams, the true knights of the modern battlefield. Dozens of other new vehicles are coming to the game including Yak-130 and M-346FA light combat/trainer aircraft and the immense North Carolina battleship. The game environment, objects, buildings, and roads have been completely redesigned for the classic 38th Parallel and Ash River locations, and a new version of the winter Ardennes map will be added.

‘Heavy Cavalry’ Update Trailer

The M1A2C, the most advanced production variant of the U.S. Abrams main battle tank, arrives in War Thunder as the new peak of the M1A2 line. Building on the SEP v2 family, this modernized Abrams features significantly improved frontal turret protection, making its turret cheeks extremely difficult to penetrate at medium and long ranges, while the researchable TUSK package adds ARAT 2 explosive reactive armor to the hull and turret sides for extra protection against ATGMs. Its firepower is also upgraded with the powerful M829A3 APFSDS round, designed to perform better against certain types of explosive reactive armor, while the U.S. version also gains the XM1147 high-explosive round with a programmable fuse.

The Yak-130 is a compact and highly agile modern Russian strike aircraft, bringing impressive handling, strong thrust-to-weight ratio and a surprisingly diverse suspended arsenal. Developed from the same early training aircraft project that later led to Italy’s M-346 family, the Yak-130 will be joined in the same update by Italian M-346FA, giving players two related but distinctly different aircraft to master.

The Yak-130 is powered by two turbofan engines, capable of reaching around 1,050 km/h at sea level while remaining exceptionally responsive in flight. It does not carry radar or air-to-air guided missiles, but makes up for this with a wide selection of ground-attack ordnance, including several types of unguided rockets, free-fall and TV-guided bombs for precision strikes. Small, fast and easy to control, the Yak-130 should become a dangerous support aircraft for players who enjoy aggressive low-altitude attacks and precise strikes against ground targets.

One of the new features debuting in the update is the addition of arresting gear at ground airfields. An aircraft equipped with an arresting hook attaches to one or more sequentially arranged cables, significantly reducing the landing run on short airfields. Attention to small but important details like this makes War Thunder battles even more realistic with each update. More information on the new content and features in the “Heavy Cavalry” update is available at the official War Thunder website.

Wargaming is proud to announce the release of its new standalone free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter, World of Tanks: HEAT. Built from the ground up on a proprietary engine, the game delivers fast-paced armored combat with a diverse roster of unique Agents and a wide selection of experimental vehicles.

World of Tanks: HEAT is available across PC (Wargaming Game Center and Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and NVIDIA GeForce NOW, supporting full cross-platform play and progression.

World of Tanks: HEAT Release Gameplay Trailer

The action kicks off with the Launch Season, featuring five free weekly Battle Passes, five tanks, and plenty of rewards. Players begin their journey with three Agents – Chopper (Defender, M1E1), Kent (Assault, XM1 90), and Hound (Marksman, Leo 1A6A1). The remaining five Agents, along with their tanks, can be unlocked progressively through Season’s free weekly Battle Passes.

At launch, players can expect:

• Eight Agents: Three battlefield roles – Defender, Assault, and Marksman. Each Agent commands a lethal two-vehicle roster, with each vehicle tailored to its role in combat.
• Fifteen vehicles: Every vehicle supports a different playstyle and can be fully customized through modules and equipment. Whether holding the frontline or striking from a distance, there’s a tank that is ready for the job.
• Eight maps: The battlefields span a wide range of biomes, settings, and visual styles, each designed to support multiple playstyles across game modes.
• Four PvP modes: Hardpoint, Control, Kill Confirmed, and Conquest are available.

Play World of Tanks: HEAT today on Steam or via the games official website!

The battlefield is about to erupt! World of Tanks: HEAT, a new standalone free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter, launches on May 26. Set in an alternate post-WWII era, HEAT delivers a faster, more dynamic take on armored warfare driven by team-based combat.

Check out the official launch date announcement cinematic trailer directed by Ilya Naishuller (Hardcore Henry, Nobody) and featuring music by his band, Biting Elbows.

World of Tanks: HEAT will be available across PC (Wargaming Game Center and Steam), Steam Deck, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and NVIDIA GeForce NOW, supporting full cross-platform play and progression.

HEAT is built from the ground up on a new proprietary engine developed in-house by Wargaming. This technology delivers modern visuals and immersive environments while enabling fast, responsive gameplay optimized for smooth performance across a wide range of hardware.

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Wargaming, developer and publisher of the historically inspired naval battle MMO World of Warships: Legends has launched its May update. Headlining this is the full PC launch onto Steam, Xbox on PC and new benefits coming with Xbox Game Pass bringing the action to even more players around the world. May’s update also includes a special “Blooming Mountain” campaign, plenty of themed content to celebrate Golden Week, and the return of the Roman Empire to the game. Rounding out May’s update is the reappearance of the “Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova-” collaboration, featuring fan-favourite ships, skins and Commanders.

Through Mountains and Eras – New Update in World of Warships: Legends Trailer

Blooming Mountain campaign introduces Premium Japanese battleship Inamura
A new four-week “Blooming Mountain” campaign makes waves, with 80 milestones available for players to complete, unlocking rewards like camouflages and crates. For those who complete the campaign with active Admiralty Backing, new Japanese Tier VII Premium battleship Inamura is available. In addition to being one of the faster and more agile ships in her class, perfect for evading danger, Inamura sports fast-reloading 410 mm guns that spray with armour piercing and high-explosion shells to deal damage to surrounding enemies.

Golden Week festivities arrive to Legendary waters
Golden Week has arrived for 2026, alongside plenty of themed content. Five new battle-ready skins arrive for Aoba, Kagerō, Musashi, Fubuki, and Akatsuki, joined by a new three-week calendar “Spirits in the Wind”. Packed with rewards, this calendar features a new Commander guise, Kaede Kawashiro, who crafts magical Japanese carp streamers known as koinobori. The event also brings Golden Week ‘26 crates, which contain themed skins and the chance at returning ships like Hyūga and Musashi.

The Roman Empire rises again in World of Warships: Legends
Making a triumphant return back to the game, players can look forward to new Roman Empire themed content, including unique, new Tier VIII Italian Premium cruiser Legate. Taranto Port returns as well, reimagined with stylised decorations and a Crafting Station, where players can combine resources to unlock thematic rewards. Amongst these are a Centurion Commander guise, and new Tier VII Italian Premium battleship Marcantonio Colonna, with precise main guns and long-range secondary firepower to strike down enemies.

“Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova-” returns to Legends
“Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova-” makes waves in World of Warships: Legends, as the collaboration returns to the game. Bringing back all previously released content, players can have their fan-favourite characters take the helm battle, and explore a variety of ships to expand their fleets, including ARP Musashi, ARP Nachi, and ARP Kirishima. On top of this, additional themed content is available in-game, including a special skin for Yamato, and a special set of missions to claim Japanese camouflages and Arpeggio crates.

Full details on the May update can be found in the patch notes.

Find out more about World of Warships: Legends on its official website.

Wargaming today announced that World of Tanks: HEAT, its new standalone free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter, will enter closed beta from April 16 through April 20 across PC (Steam and Wargaming Game Center), Steam Deck, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nvidia GeForce NOW.

Watch the closed beta trailer HERE.

Set in an alternate post WWII era, HEAT reimagines armored combat, bringing the franchise’s signature gameplay to more dynamic and fast-paced battlefields. Players step into the role of elite Agents with unique, game-changing abilities and pilot a roster of experimental vehicles. Each tank brings its own tactical strengths, enhanced by deep customization with advanced weapon systems, armor modules, and visual upgrades.

During the closed beta, players will be able to explore a diverse lineup of tanks and Agents, supporting different playstyles across three distinct roles: Defender, Assault, and Marksman. The beta will feature four PvP modes across eight maps:

• Hardpoint (5v5): Capture, defend, and hold a rolling series of dynamically changing bases.
• Control (5v5): Capture and hold a single zone.
• Kill Confirmed (5v5): Destroy enemies and grab their tokens, or grab your allies’ dropped tokens to deny the other team points.
• Conquest (10v10): Large teams and multiple capture zones make for a sprawling, dynamic war zone.
  Powered by Wargaming’s new proprietary engine, World of Tanks: HEAT will launch simultaneously across PC (Wargaming Game Center and Steam), PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam Deck and Nvidia GeForce NOW, with full cross-platform play and cross-progression.

Players can sign up for the closed beta HERE.

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Wargaming, the developer and publisher of the leading naval MMO World of Warships, is excited to announce that World of Warships: Legends previously on console and mobile will be arriving on PC on May 4th. Additionally, Update 15.3 has arrived in World of Warships today with fresh content, including the brand new Tier IX German Destroyer ZH-1 introduced to the Dockyard, offering solid defensive firepower. Players can also work their way through two new themed event passes packed with rewards, prepare for the eighth wave of Azur Lane featuring new ships and Commanders, and look forward to a host of in-game improvements.

World of Warships: Legends on PC

World of Warships: Legends is sailing onto PC on May 4th 2026, available to players from 11:30 AM UTC, and bringing the same action-packed naval experience from consoles and mobile to Steam, Microsoft Store, and Xbox Game Pass. Players will be able to start fresh, or log in with an existing console or mobile account to continue their journey right where they left off with full cross-progression.

German destroyer ZH-1 comes to the Dockyard

Tier IX German destroyer ZH-1 has arrived in the Dockyard, ready to be built across 20 phases of construction. Based on the historic ship of the same name that served off the coast of France during the Second World War, ZH-1 comes equipped with multiple 120mm gun turrets, powerful airstrike capabilities, and versatile torpedoes, allowing her to devastate unsuspecting foes from both above and below.

Golden Week and Battle of the Coral Sea Event Passes

Update 15.3 also brings players double the fun with not one, but two standalone event passes filled with themed rewards across 15 levels. Players can unlock secondary progression paths via doubloons, as well as extra levels upon completion of both paths for additional rewards.

The Golden Week Event Pass includes themed permanent camouflages, Commander Masaru Tadamatsu, Japanese Tier VI Premium battleship Ise, a new Golden Tribute enemy destruction effect, and more. For the Battle of the Coral Sea Event Pass, players can look forward to notable historical Commanders that took part in the titular battle – Commanders Robert Dixon and Shigekazu Shimazaki – as well as American Tier VI premium destroyer Monaghan, a new permanent camouflage, and more across the progression lines.

World of Warships will also be available on the Xbox Game Pass starting April 9th. A combat mission chain offering several containers, 1000 doubloons and eco-bonuses will prepare the new captains to meet their foes on the virtual seas.

Azur Lane Returns to World of Warships alongside in-game improvements

Wave 8 of Azur Lane arrives in World of Warships, bringing more vibrant content to the high seas. Available from April 29 until June 17, players can dive into a wide array of new additions, including six iconic themed vessels, themed skins, new Commanders ready to take charge in battle, and commemorative flags for players to showcase their allegiance. Rounding out the update are a handful of other improvements and gameplay tweaks. Victory Points now show up in both the in-battle and post-battle interfaces, providing insight into player’s actions and their team contribution. Changes have also been implemented across the Domination game mode, the Mountain Range map, and Aircraft Carriers to improve the overall game experience.

Find out more about World of Warships: Legends on its official website.

More information about the 15.3 update is available on the World of Warships official website.

World of Tanks: HEAT has released the latest entry in its Foundations video series, offering a closer look at the upcoming game’s maps and modes. This new chapter explores how each battlefield and game type is crafted to deliver intense, dynamic combat where every match feels thrilling and unpredictable.

Watch the video HERE.

Based on real-world locations, the maps in World of Tanks: HEAT span a wide range of biomes, settings, and visual styles. While every battlefield offers a distinct look and feel, they’re also designed to support multiple playstyles that will work seamlessly across all four game modes.

With four head-to-head combat modes available, players can adapt their strategy from match to match. All modes support respawns, rewarding aggressive play and experimentation.

World of Tanks: HEAT is a cross-platform, free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter where players command hero-enhanced tanks in fast-paced battles. The game takes place within an alternative timeline after WWII, with players battling using specialized tech. Built on Wargaming’s proprietary engine, the game delivers stunning graphics and dynamic gameplay.

Wishlist HEAT today on the games official website!

The update brings new water visual effects and dozens of new military vehicles

Gaijin Entertainment is pleased to announce that the new Ninth Wave Major Update for the online military action game War Thunder is now available for players. In addition to rank IX aviation and domestic Hungarian aircraft, it brings completely redesigned water physics and visual effects in naval battles! Iconic new vehicles include the Chinese J-15T fighter jet, the Italian Centauro II tank destroyer, the Russian Pantsir-SM-SV air defense system, and the French aircraft carrier Foch.

Watch the official ‘Ninth Wave’ Update Trailer HERE.

With the Ninth Wave update, naval battles have become even more epic. Subsurface scattering has been implemented for water, which calculates the distribution of light as it interacts with objects beneath the surface, creating a sense of interior volume within the body of water. Reflections on the water surface at different viewing angles are now more accurately rendered, and sea foam rendering is now based on swirl physics and wave resonance. The interaction between objects and water has also been improved, making bomb explosions and torpedo movements even more realistic.

The Chinese J-15T multirole carrier-based combat aircraft is externally reminiscent of the Russian Su-33, which served as the basis for the 15 series jets. Its internal components are completely different however – ​​for example, it features an advanced active phased array radar and Chinese WS-10B engines with an afterburning thrust of nearly 14,000 kgf each. The pilot can carry a large arsenal of unguided and guided weapons, including anti-ship missiles, on 12 hardpoints.

The Centauro II is an Italian wheeled tank destroyer, the prototype of which was unveiled in 2016. Unlike the first Centauro, the new model features the HITFACT Mk II turret, in which the automatic loader and ammunition stowage are located behind an armored bulkhead and separated from the crew, significantly increasing survivability. The arsenal includes the effective DM53 round with a penetration of over 620 mm, capable of combating even the most advanced armored vehicles. Furthermore, the Centauro II has a more powerful 720 horsepower engine, which quickly accelerates the vehicle to speeds in excess of 100 km/h.

The Pantsir-SM-SV is a modernized Russian anti-aircraft artillery system built on a mobile tracked chassis, and equipped with an improved radar with increased detection range and two new types of ammunition. The long-range 95Ya6M missiles fly up to 40 km at a speed of 1,700 meters per second. Their warhead deploys several dozen meters from the target, showering it with shrapnel. The new small TKB-1055 missiles are designed to engage multiple small targets at close range, such as UAVs, incoming munitions, and light helicopters. More information about the update is available on the official War Thunder website.

In this business, you either rise… or you get rolled over

World of Tanks is rolling out the red carpet for a very respectable family from the fine city of Lost Heaven. From March 19 through March 29, Commanders are invited to do business the old-fashioned way—through loyalty, ambition, and overwhelming firepower.

This is Battle Pass Special: Mafia, inspired by 2K’s original entry into its legendary underworld franchise. As players progress through the event, they will be able to recruit iconic characters from Mafia: Definitive Edition as vehicle commanders, unlock themed decals, inscriptions, 3D attachments and 2D styles based on the game’s most memorable moments, and much more.

Any operation needs muscle. Meet the Predatore, a Tier IX Italian medium tank that will really “send the message”. Following in the proud tradition of other Italian mediums, it has an accurate auto reloading gun alongside excellent mobility. Its exceptional top speed lets the vehicle deliver its firepower to anywhere on the battlefield.

Every smart boss surrounds himself with a capable team. During Battle Pass Special: Mafia, Commanders can recruit a crew that knows how to handle delicate situations.

• Tommy Angelo – once a taxi driver on the streets of Lost Heaven, is now a rising mob figure who won his respect the hard way.
• Paulie Lombardo – a sharp-tongued wisecracker who keeps spirits high and fists ready.
• Sam Trapani – delivers quiet efficiency and unwavering loyalty, the kind of enforcer any Don trusts without question.
• Frank Colletti – acts as the steady consigliere, guiding every smart move.
• Don Ennio Salieri – a leader who knows respect isn’t given, it’s earned.

Tommy and Paulie join as you progress through stages of the battle pass. For those ready to expand their organization, Sam, Frank, and The Don are available via special in-game bundles.

Any respectable member of the family must look as sharp as they are dangerous. Three classy 2D styles are available to dress your tank for success:

• Little Italy
• Fair Play
• Lost Heaven Noir

Throughout the event, Commanders will also participate in special missions to earn additional rewards, and Twitch viewers will be able to claim themed Drops.

Roll out. Make tracks. And remember—We’re all family here.

For more information on World of Tanks, visit the games official website.

The next chapter in the Foundations series from World of Tanks: HEAT has arrived. Titled FOUNDATIONS: HUMAN-MACHINE SYNERGY, this latest instalment explores the dynamic relationship between Agents and their tanks, and how that union defines victory. Discover how coordination, customisation, and powerful Ultimate abilities redefine the battlefield.

‘Human-Machine Synergy’ Foundations Trailer

Agents are the backbone of human-machine synergy. Much more than mere operators, they bring their tanks to life. They modify, upgrade, and optimize them, balancing power, speed, and battlefield awareness in a way that perfectly aligns with their role within a squad.

Agents fall into three major classes:

• Defender: Made to take a beating, Defenders roll boldly into battle with a blend of survivability and firepower, plus some unique tricks up their sleeves.
• Assault: Attacking quickly and disappearing before the enemy can retaliate, Assault units are high-velocity menaces that thrive at the heart of a fight.
• Marksman: Lurking in the shadows and on the heights of the battlefield, Marksmen hunt from a distance, drawing enemies out without being spotted.

Tanks and their abilities

Each Agent can own up to two tanks, offering two different ways to fully express their combat style.

Every tank has signature abilities that can be improved through battle. For example, Hound’s AMX tank can launch a drone to sniff out enemies, then follow it up with a homing missile. Hound’s other tank, the Leo, is a master of deception that creates a distracting decoywhile preparing a trapping shot to stop enemies in their tracks.

Ultimates

When the battle reaches its peak, it’s time for Agents to unleash their devastating Ultimate abilities to turn the course of the fight.

Each Agent has their own unique Ultimate, shaped by their personality and battle style:

• Kent launches a punishing barrage of rockets, dealing crippling damage to all enemies struck.
• Hound turns his surroundings into a hunting ground, chaining kills together to trigger an instant ability cooldown.
• Chopper shakes up entire stretches of land with targeted repeat artillery strikes.

Variety is key

The roles and abilities in HEAT offer numerous ways to play and paths to explore. While each Agent has a broad battlefield role, within these roles lie opportunities for experimentation and optimization, letting you define and refine your playstyle.

There’s more to be unveiled in the upcoming videos, so stay tuned—and be sure to wishlist the game today on Steam!