World of Tanks: HEAT announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC

As a fervent enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share that Wargaming is unveiling “World of Tanks: HEAT” – a fresh, free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter in an alternative post-WWII setting! In this exhilarating universe, I’ll get to pilot hero-empowered tanks and engage in adrenaline-pumping 10v10 skirmishes. The best part? It’s coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam, with added compatibility for the Steam Deck! A launch date is yet to be disclosed, but rest assured, I’ll keep my eyes peeled for updates!

As a devoted fan, I’m thrilled to share my excitement about Victor Kislyi’s vision for our beloved franchise, World of Tanks: HEAT. In a recent press release, he unveiled an electrifying new chapter in tank gaming, promising a breath-taking journey with fresh settings, innovative gameplay mechanics, accelerated pace, and state-of-the-art technology. Building upon the rich heritage of World of Tanks, this game takes us to unprecedented battlefields where we can experience tank warfare beyond our wildest dreams, engaging in combat strategies that were once only imaginable.

Product director Artyom Yantsevich remarked, “Today’s announcement marks a significant achievement for our team, showcasing the effort and imagination we’ve put into this project. We are eager to collaborate with players as we mold HEAT‘s future, and we can’t wait to debut the game at gamescom for the first time.

Here is an overview of the game, via Wargaming:

About

World of Tanks: HEAT” is a thrilling, free-to-play multiplayer game where you control powerful vehicles in intense combat. Customize your tanks and use unique Agent abilities in 10 vs. 10 online battles that blend strategy with fast-paced action. Take command, reshape the battlefield!

The Battlefield Has Changed

Imagining another reality where science advanced at breakneck speed and unity was the global norm, our technological wonders – once beacons of optimism – have now turned into battlegrounds in a spiraling global conflict I find myself embroiled in.

Elite Agents answer the call.

Armed with advanced battle tanks and exceptional battle strategies, they wage a novel form of conflict – a struggle that’s less about geographical boundaries and more about precision strikes, overwhelming power, and strategic supremacy.

Greetings! You’ve stepped into the thrilling realm of “World of Tanks: HEAT” – a dynamic, player-vs-player battlefield where tanks rule, and intense, uninterrupted combat is the norm. This game is yours to experience at no cost!

Play Your Way

Explosive 10-versus-10 matches. Fast-paced, ability-enhanced vehicle combat.

Work together with your comrades, pool your talents, and conquer thrilling engagements that require strategic timing, teamwork, and accuracy. Select from an expanding list of characters, who in turn offer novel tank designs and additional tactical dimensions.

  • Competitive teamplay.
  • High-impact player-versus-player modes: Conquest, Domination, Kill Confirmed.
  • Agents with unique battlefield roles and progression paths.

Build Your War Machine

Your tank is more than steel and firepower—it’s an instrument shaped by your decisions.

Each enhancement counts significantly, as every vehicle operates within a confined resources limit for utilities. Therefore, selecting your equipment thoughtfully – prioritizing enhanced firepower or reinforced armor – is crucial for strategic choices that align with your gameplay style, paving the way to success.

Modular systems with meaningful choices

Reactive armor, signature weapons, and active abilities

Lead the Assault

Team up with friends and combine your strengths to dominate the frontlines.

Regardless if it’s about strategizing decisively or acting swiftly under pressure, it’s always intelligence in collaboration that secures victory.

Go solo and be a hero. Squad up and become legends.

As a thrill-seeker, I can’t help but be hooked by the pulse-pounding excitement of World of Tanks: HEAT. This game is absolutely free to join, yet it offers an incredible depth of personalization, an easy-to-grasp progression system, and a high level of replay value.

1. Ascend the rankings, enlarge your team, upgrade your tanks and conquer the battleground using HEAT. (Ascend = Climb, Enlarge = Expand, Upgrade = Evolve, Conquer = Dominate)

2. Rise in the standings, beef up your squad, improve your armored vehicles and seize control of the battlefield with HEAT. (Rise in the standings = Ascend the rankings, Beef up = Enlarge, Improve = Upgrade, Seize control = Conquer)

3. Scale the leaderboards, add to your roster, enhance your tanks and rule the battlefield utilizing HEAT. (Scale the leaderboards = Ascend the rankings, Add to your roster = Expand, Enhance = Upgrade, Rule = Dominate)

Key Features

  • Free-to-Play – Jump into high-octane armored warfare at no cost.
  • Dynamic 10-Versus-10 Battles – Experience fast-paced, team-based combat in large-scale player-versus-player modes like Conquest, Domination, and Kill Confirmed. Every match is a tactical showdown where coordination and timing are key.
  • Deep Customization – Build and modify your perfect war machine. Equip unique weapons, enhance armor, and deploy powerful battlefield abilities tailored to your playstyle.
  • Diverse Battlefields – Engage in combat across visually distinct, tactically rich environments.
  • Evolving Roster of Agents and Tanks – Unlock and master a growing lineup of Agents and their unique vehicles. Experiment, adapt, and find the perfect loadout for every combat role.

Watch the announcement trailer below. View the first screenshots at the gallery.

Announce Trailer

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2025-08-20 04:02