The general test of update 9.19.1 is already available and contains many improvements and innovations. Meet them, test them and share your opinion on the forum.
For this release, we've focused on customizing the basic gameplay with your feedback on 9.18. Continue to share your thoughts on the forum: thanks to the experience gained in the battles, your assessment of the innovations is very important to us. Among other things, this version will also add new combat training ("Training Range") and 13 models of vehicles, reworked in HD quality. And now about everything in order.
Balancer
Platoons. Starting with Update 9.18, artillery could not be taken to a platoon. This limitation was temporary, we introduced it in order to better understand the global changes in the SPG class: to study the impact of the updated artillery on battles and collect your feedback. There were a lot of comments - we analyzed them and the collected statistics and returned the ability to play in a platoon for the SPG, limiting the number of artillery to one vehicle per platoon.
Balance within one level in the team roster. Prior to 9.18, players often complained about the balancer collecting teams with significant differences. We decided to deal with this problem step by step, because it cannot be solved at once. In version 9.18, the number of poorly balanced teams became much smaller, due to the fact that tank destroyers were taken into account when collecting teams. Most players commented positively on the maximum difference between teams in one vehicle for SPGs, light tanks and tank destroyers.
However, this was not enough to finally resolve the issue with the balancer. For example, a Tier X LT in one team was balanced by a Tier VIII light tank in another, and the teams found themselves in unequal conditions.
In Update 9.19.1, this problem will be resolved: we have added new logic for balancing the composition of teams by vehicle type and platoon type within each vehicle tier. Each time, creating a battle, the balancer will strive for the same number of tank destroyers, light tanks, self-propelled guns and platoons for each level. For example, if one of the teams at the top of the list has one tank destroyer, in the middle of the list there are two light tanks, and at the bottom of the list there is one self-propelled gun, then the enemy's team should be divided into vehicle classes in the same way. However, if this vehicle selection takes too long, the restrictions will be relaxed to send players into battle faster.
Sorting equipment in the "team ears" — A "cosmetic" change that will not affect the gameplay, but which will make it easier for you to navigate the battle and plan your own actions before it starts. You will be able to quickly analyze the composition of your own and the enemy team and plan actions at the beginning of the battle. The list starts with heavy tanks. Below are medium tanks, followed by tank destroyers, light tanks, and self-propelled guns. Cars of the same type are sorted by name. First there are names starting with numbers, then written in Latin, and then in Cyrillic.
"Training ground"
In the next versions, new training functionality will be added, which we will introduce in several stages, starting with update 9.19.1. In this version, the "Training Ground" will be available. We plan to introduce other additional teaching elements later.
The first stage of the tutorial introduces beginners to the basic mechanics of playing in a series of four tutorials. They explain the basics of the game and tactics for different maps and situations in battle in the form of hints. To make the process go smoothly, the "Training Ground" gradually acquaints players with the hangar interface.
At the same time, the player is shown a clear sequence of actions when preparing the vehicle for battle. First, he learns the basics: studying and buying vehicle modules, controlling vehicles, shooting, types of ammunition, inflicting critical damage, training the crew, operating equipment and consumables. Throughout the entire learning process, the user receives detailed information about the elements that are most relevant at the current stage.
The tutorial ends with the final task - a full-scale 15v15 battle, in which the player, together with 14 bots, confronts an enemy team of 15 bots. These are not ordinary bots - we have worked much deeper into their logic.
Combat Training isn't just about training, players will also receive credits, experience, equipment, gear, and Premium Account days. Upon completion of the training, new users will receive 500 - this is enough, for example, for multiple dismantling of equipment.
Changes to the conditions of the LBZ
In Update 9.19.1, the conditions of some personal combat missions will change. After the improved balancer was introduced, it became much more difficult to implement them. We took your feedback into account and changed the terms to reflect the current reality of the game. Thank you for your help!
New HD-models of equipment
Finally, update 9.19.1 will add 13 new models, redesigned in HD quality:
- Download the special installer (4 MB).
- Run the installer, which will download and install the test version of the client 9.19.1 (7.94 GB for SD version and additional 4.96 GB for HD version). When you start the installer, it will automatically offer to install the test client in a separate folder on your computer; you can also specify the installation directory yourself.
- If you have the previous test version (9.19) installed, then when you start the general test launcher it will be updated: 837 MB for SD version and additional 177 MB for HD version.
- note: Installing to a folder containing older test client files may cause technical problems.
- Run the installed test version.
- Only those players who registered in World of Tanks before 23:59 (MSK) on June 12, 2017 can take part in the test.
- Due to the large number of players on the test server, there is a restriction on the entry of users. All new players wishing to take part in testing the update will be queued and will be able to enter the server as it becomes available.
- If the user changed the password after 23:59 (Moscow time) on June 12, 2017, authorization on the test server will be available only with the password that was used before the specified time.
- No payments are made to the test server.
- In this testing, the earnings of experience and credits do not increase.
- Achievements on the test server will not go to the main server.
We also inform you that during testing of 9.19.1, scheduled maintenance will be carried out on the test server: 7:00 (Moscow time) daily. The average work duration is 25 minutes.
- Note! The test server is subject to the same rules as the main game server, and therefore, penalties for violating these rules apply in accordance with.
- The Customer Support Center does not process Shared Test tickets.
- We remind you: download the World of Tanks client, as well as its test versions and updates, is most reliable on the official game portal. By downloading the game from other sources, you expose your computer to the risk of malware infection. The development team is not responsible for links to the game client and updates (as well as their content) on third-party resources.
Changelog of general test 9.19.1 versus version 9.19
Polish nation
Added Tier VI Polish medium premium tank Pudel to the game. From the description of the vehicle: “The vehicle is an example of the most massive modification of the German Panther-Pz.Kpfw tank. V Panther Ausf.G. Two German tanks Panther Ausf.G. were captured by the Poles on August 2, 1944 during the Warsaw Uprising. The rebels applied national colors and other emblems to the vehicles, which is a distinctive element of the tank in the game. The tank became known by the nickname "Poodle" (originally Pudel). Used in street fighting. "
In connection with the introduction of the tank, the following will also be added to the game:
- polish nation - to the nation search filter on the vehicle panel;
- national crew (at the time of the release of the version there will be only male voice acting for the crew) with titles, insignia and passport data;
- polish camouflage patterns, emblems and inscriptions;
- national outfit “Bread with lard”.
Polish nation not will be added to the research tree.
Training ground
Added functionality for beginners and players who want to improve their skills - "Training Range", which will replace the existing in the game "Battle Training". Briefing at the training ground will tell you about the main nuances of the game: vehicle management, conditions for winning a battle, detection of vehicle penetration zones, operation of the visibility system, purchase and improvement of equipment, crew, equipment and equipment management. For beginners, the mode will be available when you first enter the game, and for experienced players - in the menu by clicking Esc.
Also, the mechanism of operation of the armor penetration indicators in the scope has been redesigned.
Fortifications
In the Stronghold, the room commander in Offensive has the ability to indicate the direction of movement of forces on the minimap even before the battle with mouse clicks. These instructions will be visible to all players in the battle room.
Balancer changes
- Balance within one level. Within one level, the number of imbalances in the number of light tanks, tank destroyers, self-propelled guns and platoons will be reduced. For example, battles where one team has light tanks at the top and the other at the bottom of the list will decrease.
- Added the ability to invite SPGs to a platoon (but not more than one unit).
- Changed the sorting of vehicles (within the same level) in the player panels by class. New order: heavy tanks, medium tanks, tank destroyers, light tanks, self-propelled guns. Within one type, the technique is sorted alphabetically.
Changes to crew stun mechanics
- Added a convenient drawing of the allied artillery sight marker over objects and bridges.
- Damage inflicted by allies with artillery against a stunned enemy now counts towards the distinctive marks on the weapon. Now this damage is also taken into account, as well as damage to a downed track or damage from intelligence, as well as damage caused directly to the enemy vehicle.
- The conditions for receiving the "Horus Medal" award have been changed: now, in order to receive it, it is enough to inflict 2000 units of damage to enemies and not damage allies.
- Added the ability to separately configure the display of aggregate damage tapes for a stunned target in the information settings in battle.
- Changed camera settings in the alternative aiming mode (view from the trajectory). Reduced the sensitivity of the camera to small irregularities.
Alteration of game models of tanks in HD quality
Technique translated in HD:
- SU-8;
- SU-26;
- M3 Lightweight;
- M4A3E8 Sherman;
- M36 Jackson;
- AMX 13 F3 AM;
- AMX 105 AM mle. 47;
- AMX 105 AM mle. 50;
- Lorraine 39L AM;
- Pz.Kpfw. IV hydrostat .;
- Universal Carrier 2-pdr;
- Churchill Gun Carrier.
Finalization and updating of the female voice-over of the crew
- The Chinese female voice acting has been completely re-recorded with a new voice and dialect.
- USSR female voiceover has been updated. Some phrases have been rewritten.
- Due to popular demand from players, the walkie-talkie effect for female voice acting has been redesigned. Now the girls' voice will sound clearer and more accented.
Changes to LBZ terms
SAU-13 / 14. "Joint actions" / "Part of the ship - part of the team":
- Both missions can again be performed as part of a platoon.
LT-7. SPG Hunter for the 4th operation:
- Spot 3 enemy SPGs and damage them. Destroy at least 1 enemy SPG.
ST-7. Surprise Strike for All Operations:
- Cause damage to at least 1 enemy SPG.
- Destroy at least 1 enemy SPG.
- Cause damage to at least 2 enemy SPGs. Destroy at least 1 enemy SPG.
- Cause damage to at least 3 enemy SPGs. Destroy at least 1 enemy SPG.
ST-8. "Confrontation" for the 4th operation:
- Destroy at least 3 enemy medium tanks.
ST-9. A Worthy Adversary for All Operations:
- Cause at least 500 HP of damage to enemy heavy tanks. Destroy at least 1 enemy heavy tank.
- Cause at least 1000 HP of damage to enemy heavy tanks. Destroy at least 1 enemy heavy tank.
- Cause at least 1,500 HP of damage to enemy heavy tanks. Destroy at least 2 enemy heavy tanks.
- Cause at least 2,000 HP of damage to enemy heavy tanks. Destroy at least 2 enemy heavy tanks.
TT-6 (renamed and completely changed). “Two course lunch” for all operations:
- Destroy 2 enemy heavy or medium tanks in total.
- Destroy a total of 2 heavy or medium tanks of an enemy of your tier or higher.
- Destroy 3 enemy heavy or medium tanks in total.
- Destroy 4 enemy heavy or medium tanks in total.
Changing vehicle parameters
Added German tank:
- Tiger 217
Changed parameters of Chinese tanks:
- 121: Depression angle of the 122 mm 60-122T gun increased from -3.5 to -5 degrees.
- 113: Depression angle of the 122 mm 60-122TG gun changed from -5 to -7 degrees (along the sides).
- A new researchable Tier X tank WZ-111-5A has been added to the Chinese tank tree. Research will take place through WZ-111-4.
Added French supertest car:AMX Canon d "assaut 105.
Dear players, on June 23 at 00:05 (GMT) the public test server version 9.19.1 was stopped due to technical work. We will announce the completion of the work separately.
The general test of update 9.19.1 is already available and contains many improvements and innovations. Meet them, test them and share your opinion on the forum.
For this release, we've focused on customizing the basic gameplay with your feedback on 9.18. Keep sharing your thoughts on the forum: thanks to the experience gained in the battles, your assessment of the innovations is very important to us. Among other things, this version will also add new combat training ("Training Range") and 13 models of vehicles, reworked in HD quality. And now about everything in order.
Balancer
Platoons. Starting with Update 9.18, artillery could not be taken to a platoon. This limitation was temporary, we introduced it in order to better understand the global changes in the SPG class: to study the impact of the updated artillery on battles and collect your feedback. There were a lot of comments - we analyzed them and the collected statistics and returned the ability to play in a platoon for the SPG, limiting the number of artillery to one vehicle per platoon.
Balance within one level in the team roster. Prior to 9.18, players often complained about the balancer collecting teams with significant differences. We decided to deal with this problem step by step, because it cannot be solved at once. In version 9.18, the number of poorly balanced teams became much smaller, due to the fact that tank destroyers were taken into account when collecting teams. Most players commented positively on the maximum difference between teams in one vehicle for SPGs, light tanks and tank destroyers.
However, this was not enough to finally resolve the issue with the balancer. For example, a Tier X LT in one team was balanced by a Tier VIII light tank in another, and the teams found themselves in unequal conditions.
In Update 9.19.1, this problem will be resolved: we have added new logic for balancing the composition of teams by vehicle type and platoon type within each vehicle tier. Each time, creating a battle, the balancer will strive for the same number of tank destroyers, light tanks, self-propelled guns and platoons for each level. For example, if one of the teams has one tank destroyer at the top of the list, two light tanks in the middle of the list, and one self-propelled gun at the bottom of the list, then the enemy's team should be divided into vehicle classes in the same way. However, if this vehicle selection takes too long, the restrictions will be relaxed to send players into battle faster.
Sorting vehicles in "team ears" is a "cosmetic" change that will not affect the gameplay, but will make it easier for you to navigate the battle and plan your own actions before it starts. You will be able to quickly analyze the composition of your own and the enemy team and plan actions at the beginning of the battle. The list starts with heavy tanks. Below are medium tanks, followed by tank destroyers, light tanks, and self-propelled guns. Cars of the same type are sorted by name. First there are names starting with numbers, then written in Latin, and then in Cyrillic.
"Training ground"
In the next versions, new training functionality will be added, which we will introduce in several stages, starting with update 9.19.1. In this version, the "Training Ground" will be available. We plan to introduce other additional teaching elements later.
The first stage of the tutorial introduces beginners to the basic mechanics of playing in a series of four tutorials. They explain the basics of the game and tactics for different maps and situations in battle in the form of hints. To make the process go smoothly, the "Training Ground" gradually acquaints players with the hangar interface.
At the same time, the player is shown a clear sequence of actions when preparing the vehicle for battle. First, he learns the basics: studying and buying vehicle modules, controlling vehicles, shooting, types of ammunition, inflicting critical damage, training the crew, operating equipment and consumables. Throughout the entire learning process, the user receives detailed information about the elements that are most relevant at the current stage.
The tutorial ends with the final task - a full-scale 15v15 battle, in which the player, along with 14 bots, confronts an enemy team of 15 bots. These are not ordinary bots - we have worked much deeper into their logic.
Combat Training isn't just about training, players will also receive credits, experience, equipment, gear, and Premium Account days. Upon completion of the training, new users will receive 500 - this is enough, for example, for multiple dismantling of equipment.
NOTE: The Training Range is also available for experienced players. However, only new players will receive the resources provided for completing it. If you have previously completed the "Combat Training" and received a reward for it, there will be no accruals for completing the "Training Range".
Changes to the conditions of the LBZ
In Update 9.19.1, the conditions of some personal combat missions will change. After the improved balancer was introduced, it became much more difficult to implement them. We took your feedback into account and changed the terms to reflect the current reality of the game. Thank you for your help!
New HD-models of vehicles
Finally, update 9.19.1 will add 13 new HD models:
Participation in testing
- Download the special installer (4 MB).
- Run the installer, which will download and install the test version of the client 9.19.1 (7.94 GB for the SD version and an additional 4.96 GB for the HD version). When you start the installer, it will automatically offer to install the test client in a separate folder on your computer; you can also specify the installation directory yourself.
- If you have the previous test version (9.19) installed, then when you start the general test launcher, it will be updated: 837 MB for the SD version and an additional 177 MB for the HD version.
- Please note: Installing to a folder containing older test client files may cause technical problems.
- Run the installed test version.
- Only those players who registered in World of Tanks before 23:59 (MSK) on June 12, 2017 can take part in the test.
general information
- Due to the large number of players on the test server, there is a restriction on the entry of users. All new players wishing to take part in testing the update will be queued and will be able to enter the server as it becomes available.
- If the user changed the password after 23:59 (Moscow time) on June 12, 2017, authorization on the test server will be available only with the password that was used before the specified time.
Features:
- No payments are made to the test server.
- In this testing, the earnings of experience and credits do not increase.
- Achievements on the test server will not go to the main server.
We also inform you that during testing of 9.19.1, scheduled maintenance will be carried out on the test server: 7:00 (Moscow time) daily. The average work duration is 25 minutes.
- Note! The test server is subject to the same rules as the main game server, and therefore, penalties apply for violation of these rules in accordance with the User Agreement.
- The Customer Support Center does not process Shared Test tickets.
- We remind you: downloading the World of Tanks client, as well as its test versions and updates, is most reliable in a special section on the official game portal. By downloading the game from other sources, you expose your computer to the risk of malware infection. The development team is not responsible for links to the game client and updates (as well as their content) on third-party resources.
Discussion on the World of Tanks forum
Changelog of general test 9.19.1 versus version 9.19
Polish nation
Added Tier VI Polish medium premium tank Pudel to the game. From the description of the vehicle: “The vehicle is an example of the most massive modification of the German Panther-Pz.Kpfw tank. V Panther Ausf.G. Two German tanks Panther Ausf.G. were captured by the Poles on August 2, 1944 during the Warsaw Uprising. The rebels applied national colors and other emblems to the vehicles, which is a distinctive element of the tank in the game. The tank became known by the nickname "Poodle" (originally Pudel). Used in street fighting. "
In connection with the introduction of the tank, the following will also be added to the game:
- polish nation - to the nation search filter on the vehicle panel;
- national crew (at the time of the release of the version there will be only male voice acting for the crew) with titles, insignia and passport data;
- polish camouflage patterns, emblems and inscriptions;
- national outfit “Bread with lard”.
Polish nation not will be added to the research tree.
Training ground
Added functionality for beginners and players who want to improve their skills - "Training Range", which will replace the existing in the game "Battle Training". Briefing at the training ground will tell you about the main nuances of the game: vehicle management, victory conditions in a battle, detection of vehicle penetration zones, operation of the visibility system, purchase and improvement of equipment, crew management, equipment and equipment. For beginners, the mode will be available when you first enter the game, and for experienced players - in the menu by clicking Esc.
Also, the mechanism of operation of the armor penetration indicators in the scope has been redesigned.
Fortifications 1.6
In the Stronghold, the room commander in Offensive has the ability to indicate the direction of movement of forces on the minimap even before the battle with mouse clicks. These instructions will be visible to all players in the battle room.
Balancer changes
- Balance within one level. Within one level, the number of imbalances in the number of light tanks, tank destroyers, self-propelled guns and platoons will be reduced. For example, battles where one team has light tanks at the top and the other at the bottom of the list will decrease.
- Added the ability to invite SPGs to a platoon (but not more than one unit).
- Changed the sorting of vehicles (within the same level) in the player panels by class. New order: heavy tanks, medium tanks, tank destroyers, light tanks, self-propelled guns. Within one type, the technique is sorted alphabetically.
Changes to crew stun mechanics
- Added a convenient drawing of the allied artillery sight marker over objects and bridges.
- Damage inflicted by allies with artillery against a stunned enemy now counts towards the distinctive marks on the weapon. Now this damage is also taken into account, as well as damage to a downed track or damage from intelligence, as well as damage caused directly to the enemy vehicle.
- The conditions for receiving the "Horus Medal" award have been changed: now, in order to receive it, it is enough to inflict 2000 units of damage to enemies and not damage allies.
- Added the ability to separately configure the display of aggregate damage tapes for a stunned target in the information settings in battle.
- Changed camera settings in the alternative aiming mode (view from the trajectory). Reduced the sensitivity of the camera to small irregularities.
Alteration of game models of tanks in HD quality
Technique translated in HD:
- SU-5;
- SU-26;
- M3 Lightweight;
- M4A3E8 Sherman;
- M36 Jackson;
- AMX 13 F3 AM;
- AMX 105 AM mle. 47;
- AMX 105 AM mle. 50;
- Lorraine 39L AM;
- Pz.Kpfw. IV hydrostat .;
- Universal Carrier 2-pdr;
- Churchill Gun Carrier.
Finalization and updating of the female voice-over of the crew
- The Chinese female voice acting has been completely re-recorded with a new voice and dialect.
- USSR female voiceover has been updated. Some phrases have been rewritten.
- Due to popular demand from players, the walkie-talkie effect for female voice acting has been redesigned. Now the girls' voice will sound clearer and more accented.
Changes to the conditions of the LBZ
LT-7. SPG Hunter for the 4th operation:
- Spot 3 enemy SPGs and damage them. Destroy at least 1 enemy SPG.
ST-7. Surprise Strike for All Operations:
- Cause damage to at least 1 enemy SPG.
- Destroy at least 1 enemy SPG.
- Cause damage to at least 2 enemy SPGs. Destroy at least 1 enemy SPG.
- Cause damage to at least 3 enemy SPGs. Destroy at least 1 enemy SPG.
ST-8. "Confrontation" for the 4th operation:
- Destroy at least 3 enemy medium tanks.
ST-9. A Worthy Adversary for All Operations:
- Cause at least 500 HP of damage to enemy heavy tanks. Destroy at least 1 enemy heavy tank.
- Cause at least 1000 HP of damage to enemy heavy tanks. Destroy at least 1 enemy heavy tank.
- Cause at least 1,500 HP of damage to enemy heavy tanks. Destroy at least 2 enemy heavy tanks.
- Cause at least 2,000 HP of damage to enemy heavy tanks. Destroy at least 2 enemy heavy tanks.
TT-6 (renamed and completely changed). “Two course lunch” for all operations:
- Destroy 2 enemy heavy or medium tanks in total.
- Destroy a total of 2 heavy or medium tanks of an enemy of your tier or higher.
- Destroy 3 enemy heavy or medium tanks in total.
- Destroy 4 enemy heavy or medium tanks in total.
Changing vehicle parameters
Added German tank:
- Tiger 217
Changed parameters of Chinese tanks:
- 121: Depression angle of the 122 mm 60-122T gun increased from -3.5 to -5 degrees.
- 113: Depression angle of the 122 mm 60-122TG gun changed from -5 to -7 degrees (along the sides).
- A new researchable Tier X tank WZ-111-5A has been added to the Chinese tank tree. Research will take place through WZ-111-4.
Added French supertest car:AMX Canon d'assaut 105.
Participation in testing 9.19.1:
- Download (4 MB).
- Run the installer, which will download and install the test version of the client 9.19.1 (7.94 GB for the SD version and an additional 4.96 GB for the HD version). When you start the installer, it will automatically offer to install the test client in a separate folder on your computer; you can also specify the installation directory yourself.
- If you have the previous test version (9.19) installed, then when you start the general test launcher, it will be updated: 837 MB for the SD version and an additional 177 MB for the HD version.
- Please note: Installing to a folder containing older test client files may cause technical problems.
- Run the installed test version.
- Only those players who have registered in World of Tanks can take part in the test until 11:59 PM UTC on June 12, 2017.
General information:
- Due to the large number of players on the test server, there is a restriction on the entry of users. All new players wishing to take part in testing the update will be queued and will be able to enter the server as it becomes available.
- If the user changed the password after 23:59 (Moscow time) on June 12, 2017, authorization on the test server will be available only with the password that was used before the specified time.
Features:
- No payments are made to the test server.
- In this testing, the earnings of experience and credits do not increase.
- Achievements on the test server will not go to the main server.
We also inform you that during testing of 9.19.1, scheduled maintenance will be carried out on the test server: 7:00 (Moscow time) daily. The average work duration is 25 minutes.
- Note! The test server is subject to the same rules as the main game server, and therefore, penalties apply for violation of these rules in accordance with the User Agreement.
- The Customer Support Center does not process Shared Test tickets.
- We remind you: downloading the World of Tanks client, as well as its test versions and updates, is most reliable in a special section on the official game portal. By downloading the game from other sources, you expose your computer to the risk of malware infection. The development team is not responsible for links to the game client and updates (as well as their content) on third-party resources.
UPDATE: Due to technical issues, the CT server is currently offline until further notice.
We "ve got the Update 9.19.1 Common Test kicking off on 22nd June at 18:00 UTC + 8, packed full of improvements and new content. You know the drill — read up on the incoming changes, then take it for a test drive, and chime in on the forums to help us see the update through to release.
For this installment, we’ve focused primarily on fine-tuning the core of the game, following the feedback on 9.18. You took the time to play and explain your concerns to us, so now we are taking the time to respond to your feedback with some adjustments. The update also introduces a new training program for newcomers and 13 tank models reworked in HD. Let’s take a closer look!
Matchmaking System
Platoons: 9.18 stopped SPGs from forming and joining Platoons. This limitation was a temporary measure designed to help us better measure the impact of comprehensive SPG changes. In the weeks since the launch of 9.18, we "ve heard a tremendous amount of feedback on this particular change. Having analyzed the data, we are returning SPGs to Platoons with a maximum limit of one per Platoon.
Vehicle types: Teams that were vastly different in vehicle composition used to be among the matchmaker’s most critical issues, which couldn’t all be resolved at once. We're fixing this in steps. Update 9.18 significantly lowered the number of poorly balanced teams by adding tank destroyers to the list of factors the system considers when assembling two teams. Most feedback said it worked just fine, with the difference in the number of artillery, light tanks and tank destroyers going down to one vehicle at most.
However, it wasn’t enough to resolve the issue altogether. For example, a team with a scout at Tier X would be matched against one with a scout at Tier VIII, which could hardly be considered a fair situation. 9.19.1 ends this by introducing another new bit of logic that balances team makeups by vehicles types and Platoons within a tier. Every time the matchmaker creates a battle it’ll ensure both sides have a similar number of TDs, LTs, and arty on each battle tier. Let’s say, there’s a team with a TD at the top, two scouts in the middle, and an arty at the bottom. The matchmaker tries to mirror these when assembling an opposing team. Like always, if finding an exact match could leave you waiting, it loosens the rules to get you into a battle quickly.
Team lists are being restructured to help you get a better read of the battle, analyze the opposition and plan your tactics. Vehicles are listed beginning with heavy tanks. Right below them you’ll see medium tanks, followed by tank destroyers, light tanks, all the way down to arty. Vehicles belonging to the same class are sorted by name. Those that begin with numbers come first, followed by the Latin alphabet, and then finally vehicles named in Cyrillic at the bottom.
Boot Camp
The upcoming updates will mark the introduction of a new onboarding experience, which will deploy in several stages, beginning with 9.19.1. In it, we give you Boot Camp. Down the road, we're planning to continue evolving the experience with more new training elements.
This first stage of onboarding invites newcomers to explore the game’s core mechanics by playing a series of four battles, complete with tips that explain gameplay basics and tactics using different maps and scenarios. To create a smooth learning curve, Boot Camp introduces the complex Garage interface step by step.
The course guides you through the Garage one function at a time, establishing a clear path first-time tankers should follow to get battle-ready. First, you explore the absolute essentials: purchasing and upgrading a vehicle, driving, shooting, armor types, dealing with critical hits, Crew training, vehicle upgrades, and consumables. Throughout the process, you get detailed information on the elements most relevant to your current stage.
The training ends in a final challenge: a full-scale 15v15 battle where you, alongside 14 bots, fight a team of 15 AI units. And these aren’t your regular World of Tanks bots. We developed a much more advanced AI for Boot Camp.
The onboarding experience is not just learning: you’re earning Credits, XP, equipment, consumables, and Premium Account time along the way. This will help you hit the ground running and get your hands on your first ever Tier X vehicle, fully equipped and with the skillset necessary to succeed.
Boot Camp is available to new and experienced tankers alike. However, only newcomers get to keep resources they earned while learning.
Changes to Personal Missions
Update 9.19.1 rolls out a set of revised Personal Missions. Their difficulty level went up after the introduction of the improved matchmaker. The team went over your feedback and adjusted mission conditions to better reflect the current state of the game. Thanks for bringing the issue up and helping us fix it!
New HD Models
Finally, 9.19.1 rolls out 13 tank models in shiny new HD detail:
If you haven’t jumped into the Common Test yet, now’s the best time. We want to hear your opinions on 9.19.1. Trust us, we know you’ve got them. We see tons of suggestions, critiques, videos, discussions, and everything in between on the forum and social media, and use them to polish the experience moving forward. So keep it coming!
Discover how you can join the Common Test:
- HOW THE CT WORKS
- TEST CLIENT
- SERVER RESTARTS
- FEEDBACK
How the Common Test Works
Feedback: Please post your general feedback about the test version and bug reports in the special thread on our forum.
Please Be Aware
The test server will be restarted regularly, according to the following schedule:
- First Periphery: 12:00 UTC + 8 (04:00 UTC) daily. Average Duration: ~ 25 minutes
- Second Periphery: 13:00 UTC + 8 (05:00 UTC) daily. Average Duration: ~ 25 minutes
- Central Database: 17:00 UTC + 8 (09:00 UTC) daily. Average duration: ~ 2 minutes
Updated (20-09-2019 09:38): third test 1.6.1
The test server in World of Tanks 1.6.1 is a regular server where new maps, features, tanks and other game innovations are tested. It is impossible to get to the WOT test server when the player wants it - it opens only at a certain time, when the game developers need it.
The third general test is open!
What is a test server and why is it needed?
Test server - this is the repository where the copy is stored and reproduced, but with some changes. Of course, before you make any changes to the game, you first need to test them.The first to see the changes are the WOT development staff, after which they give access to super-testers. If there are flaws, then they are corrected and the version of the new client is tested already under load. They upload a test version of the client to the backup server and open access to everyone. Once again, the development staff is looking for bugs and shortcomings. After that, they fix and "roll out" a new version of the client.
How to get to the WOT test server
To get to the test server, you need to download a special installer 1.6.1 or install Wargaming Game Center. Then run it. He will offer to download a test client - download it and install it. Next, a folder will be created World_of_Tanks_CT (in the directory where the player specified during installation).Everything is ready to go! We click on the shortcut of the test client and get to the login and login page. We go under our nickname and password, and choose one of the two test servers.
Features test. Server
- Each player is credited with 20,000 gold, 100,000,000 free experience, 100,000,000 silver at a time.
- Everything that you earn and buy on the test server will never go to the main one.
What's new in 1.6.1?
- the ability to change the nation;
- 11 new styles;
- changes in ranked battles.
Multinationality
The picture above shows the first multinational T-34-85 Rudy tank, which will be added to all testers in the hangar.
What is multinationality?
A new feature in the game World of Tanks that allows a Polish crew to land on the T-34-85 Rudy.
Important! We can only change the crew in the hangar, it will be impossible to do this in battle.