Setting the Record Straight
I have not done a technical article for a while, so I'm afraid today's one will be. No stories of daring do today, but normal service will be resumed next week. Sorry if its all a bit boring.This all...
View Article[WoTB] Going Closed Beta
World of Tanks Blitz is going closed beta on iOS devices.You can apply for beta here: EU and NAJump in, testing will start shortly (once we roll out the server infrastructure and accumulate enough beta...
View ArticleGrabbing the Oakleaf by La Horgne
Stories of cavalry charging tanks are common from the early years of the war. Very few are true, and France has its own story.All very inspiring stuff, however as usual reality is somewhat different,...
View Article[WoT] WoT 0.9.0 Public Test Feedback
0.9.0 is going to be next big hit for World of Tanks with:Historical Battles mode. How do you like it so far? HD tank models for some tanks (T-54, Tiger I, M4 Sherman) Physically based shading (better...
View Article[WoTB] Closed Beta Starts Tomorrow
World of Tanks Blitz closed beta officially starts tomorrow - March 25, when we will invite the first wave of players to test the game on RU, EU, NA servers.To increase your chances to be one of the...
View ArticleGrand theft Walrus
R,J Mitchel of Supermarine is most famous for developing the Spitfire. However, he was also responsible for developing another single engined all metal plane that served throughout the war, and its one...
View Article[WoTB] Beta Test Is Over
World of Tanks Blitz closed beta has come to an end. We have gathered enough feedback and data to polish the game in future versions. We are especially excited by really warm reception of the game in...
View ArticleBut why is the Rum Gone?
It is often said "An army marches on its stomach" which is taken to imply the importance of logistics. However another slightly less uncouth view could take that saying to mean one thing, alcohol....
View Article[WoT] 2014 Game Modes
Check out the new WoT dev diary videoNew things to do for clans apart from CWs - Fortifications modeLong-awaited Historical battlesGarage battles
View Article[WoT] Maus Reconstruction
As a part of history/vehicle-honoring campaign, Wargaming in cooperation with the Kubinka Tank Museum is going to reconstruct the legendary "Maus" tank. The current model in Kubinka is almost empty...
View Article[WoTB] Post Closed Beta QA for WoT Blitz
Some frequently asked questions:Q: So, the CBT is finished. Will the game go live this month? Or will there be a second phase of closed beta?A: The game won't be released this month. We need at least a...
View ArticleTrojan Tank
In 1974 after several periods of violence between the ethnically split inhabitants of Cyprus, two NATO countries went to war with each other. Today I'll be looking at some of the armour actions of...
View Article[WoT] First-hand Feedback on WoT 0.9.0
The latest major update 0.9.0 (New Frontiers - yay! major updates now have names) for World of Tanks is now live for EU and NA servers. What are your first impressions?FPS and general...
View ArticleStopping the Vengence
At 18:43, on 8th of September 1944 a gas main in Staveley Road, Chiswick exploded. The explosion destroyed 11 houses, killed three people and injured a further 27 people. Or at least that was what the...
View Article[WoTB] App Icon Vote
Which icon suits World of Tanks Blitz most?Use comments to vote.1. 2. 3. 4.
View Article[WoWP] Update 1.3 for WoWP
Update 1.3 for World of Warplanes is now live bringing multiple fixes, including performance optimization, new FX, update tutorial, and F5U "the pancake". Share your thoughts on the new update.
View ArticleTrench Crocodile
One of, if not the best book I have ever read is H.G. Wells War of the Worlds. The following passage is near the start of the book:"Then slowly the hissing passed into a humming, into a long, loud,...
View ArticleRonson
The nickname "Ronson", after the cigarette lighter, is often applied to Sherman’s "because they light the first time". The trouble is the Ronson company didn't use that slogan until several years...
View Article[WoTB] Get Your iDevice Ready. Updated
Updated May 5. The game is now live for the following countries of EU region: Finland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Iceland. This is so-called softlaunch or regional release, so no more wipes/resets or...
View Article[WoTB] Gathering First Feedback and Questions
Hopefully, there are some Blitz players around.What are your first impressions on the game so far? If you have any questions, ask away.By the way, just hit 1.000 PCCU. :)
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