The biggest update in World of Tanks history, 2.0, has been released. It adds 16 new Tier XI tanks, an updated Garage and UI, a story-based PvE mode with a brand new map, and other improvements.
Each of the 16 new tanks has unique gameplay mechanics and integrates a new progression system for the first time. Update 2.0 also includes a major rebalance of over 350 tanks, with Wargaming promising to add even more vehicles in the future.
What players will see right away is the updated "Garage", which now becomes a tank factory, where vehicles are assembled, equipped and ready for battle. It is accompanied by an updated interface, which has become simpler, more functional and more informative. All changes to the interface, and everything else in the game, are immediately available in Ukrainian.
World of Tanks also introduced a new matchmaker, designed from the ground up for faster queues, more balanced teams, and more dynamic battles.
Another innovation is the PvE event “Operation Boiling Point”, developed by Wargaming Kyiv. It offers a storyline for the appearance of Tier XI tanks and allows players to test three different vehicles on a new battlefield — Nordskar, a Scandinavian map created by the Kyiv team.
Wargaming notes that a launch of this scale deserves a corresponding reward, so players will receive gifts simply for logging in. Veterans who played World of Tanks before the release of update 2.0 will receive a full research branch and a generous set of resources: 2,500 gold, 15,000 bonds, 10 million credits, 60 days of premium account, and more.
New players who join after the release of 2.0 will receive two full research branches (tiers VI–X), three additional premium tanks, 60 days of premium account, 6 million credits, and other bonuses to accelerate progress. Players who already have all tiers VI–X vehicles will receive exclusive rewards from Wargaming.