Update 1.26: Hailstorm

UPDATE 1.26: HAILSTORM

World of Tanks servers for Update 1.26 will be available from September 3

One of our biggest releases in 2024 features Czechoslovakian LTs, an updated Crew Perk system, and much more.

Czechoslovakian Light Tanks

Unleash the power of the new Czechoslovakian light tanks! This new line includes four swift flankers from Tier VII to X, with Tier VIII-X tanks featuring unique autocannons that fire thousands of rounds per minute. While their relatively low armor penetration requires precise aiming, the efficiency indicator will help you master these dynamic firing mechanics.

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Revamped Perk System

Now, each crew member can learn up to 6 perks, and the XP earned thereafter will allow you to receive Universal Manuals. Additionally, enjoy:

New and Rebalanced Skills: Both new and old skills have been updated. You now have 6 personal and 3 group skills available for each specialization.
Bonus Skills: Each additional role for your crew member will include 3 bonus skills that develop alongside the main specialization—no extra experience required. This will help vehicles with smaller crews perform more effectively in battle.
Skill Proficiency: To ensure a skill is 100% effective, it must be learned by all crew members in that role.
One Month of Free Skill Resets: Enjoy a month of free resets to experiment and optimize your ideal crew. Afterward, each crew member will have one additional free reset with no time limit.

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Comprehensive Vehicle Rebalancing

We're rebalancing three vehicle branches, starting from Tier V, to make your favorite tanks more competitive. Expect updates to the Bat.-Châtillon 25 t, M48 Patton, and K⁠-⁠91 branches, along with revised vehicle stock configurations and improved modules. Five Premium tanks also receive performance boosts, enhancing their agility, firepower, and resilience.

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New Random Events

Experience dynamic gameplay with new Random Events! Watch as the central plant in Pilsen is bombed, a plane crashes on Malinovka's mountain, and a rockslide changes the landscape in Karelia. These events add thrilling new dimensions to your battles, creating fresh opportunities for strategy and engagement.

Map Reworking

We've reworked 8 maps for Random Battles to improve gameplay comfort for all vehicle classes. The Mannerheim Line, Oyster Bay, and Outpost have undergone the most significant changes. From shoreline adjustments and new heavy tank positions to improved LT positioning and safer passage routes, these updates aim to enhance your battle experience. Prepare to discover new strategies on the battlefield!

Battle Pass Season XV

Battle Pass Season XV kicks off with the release of Update 1.26, offering your last chance to earn Tokens for the TT⁠-⁠130M and TS-60 or to obtain previous vehicles you may have missed. Inspired by the Waffenträger universe, this Season unveils Max von Krieger's early life and features Waffenträger-themed customization rewards. Participate in this final Season of the annual progression to earn stunning 3D styles and tons of other valuable items!

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Onslaught: Season of the Azure Manticore

The 2024-2025 Onslaught annual cycle will consist of three consecutive Seasons with a shared progression system. With the release of Update 1.26, the first season, the Season of the Azure Manticore, introduces new challenges and the following key updates:

Revised Rating Points for easier progression
Reduced potential damage range (from +/−25% to +/−12%)
Updated Onslaught modifiers
8 new special Tier X vehicles now eligible for battle

Earn exclusive rewards like the Onslaught annual 2D style, tokens for selecting Improved and Experimental Equipment, badges, stripes, and the exclusive Stinger—a special reward Tier X tank with a unique crew and a gorgeous 3D style.

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Consumables Update

Improve your gameplay with unified and upgraded consumables!

Small Repair and First Aid Kits now function like their large counterparts, repairing all modules and healing all crew members. Large consumables see reduced cooldown times, enhancing your battle readiness. We've also removed the Removed Speed Governor, 100/105-octane Fuel, Lend-Lease & Quality Oil, and introduced Quality Fuel and Excellent Fuel, for all nations and engine types.
Roll out and perform more effectively in each battle!

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Wot Plus Update

Improve your battle results with a new valuable bonus! Access a new information system, Equipment assistant, showing the most common equipment on specific vehicles derived from server statistics. Get the WoT Plus subscription and see how these insights can help you be more effective in battle.

Also, remember the other benefits, including Gold Reserve, Intensive Crew Regimen, Attendance Reward, and the unique TS-54 with a double-barreled system. The subscription price remains unchanged, and you can enjoy a 30-day free trial period for your first activation!

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Premium Account

Players with Premium will be credited an additional 24 hours of WoT Premium Account time to make up for the update maintenance period. If you’d like to make any in-game purchases, please wait until the servers are running again.

Downtime

World of Tanks servers will be down on September 03 at 00:30 PT | 02:30 CT | 03:30 ET to 06:30 PT | 08:30 CT | 09:30 ET.

To battle, Commanders!

Meet Czechoslovakian light tanks, try out the revamped Crew Perk system, and enjoy other features of this epic update!

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