World of Tanks Turns 15: Wargaming Plans a Month of In-Game Rewards

World of Tanks celebrates its 15th anniversary! Wargaming is commemorating this milestone with a month-long series of in-game events starting on August 8. The free-to-play tank combat game, launched on PC in 2010, popularized the session-based model with historically-inspired tanks and team-based competitive gameplay. Fifteen years later, it continues to maintain a strong player base across PC and consoles, competing with games such as War Thunder in the vehicular combat genre.

Instead of a single weekend celebration, Wargaming is extending the festivities throughout August, offering daily collectibles, new game modes, and rewards for veteran players. Here’s what players can anticipate:

• Anniversary Album: Log in daily to unlock envelopes that reveal key moments from the game’s history, awarding cosmetic items and in-game currency.
• Special Battle Pass Chapter: Complete the limited-time chapter to unlock Brennos, a Tier VIII French heavy tank, along with themed crew members and various resources.
• Overwhelming Fire Arcade Cabinet: Enjoy two weekends of a fast-paced game mode featuring eight experimental vehicles on smaller maps for intense, high-firepower battles.
• Veteran Bonus: Players who created their account before April 14, 2012, will receive a “15th Anniversary” badge. Furthermore, any match with at least one veteran will grant a 15% credit boost to all participants.
• Anniversary Streams: Official broadcasts will feature giveaways of 3D and 2D tank skins, Tier VIII-IX premium vehicles, and other valuable loot via Twitch Drops.
• Merchandise Line: A limited edition collection of apparel and collectibles will be available through the World of Tanks Store for players who want a physical memento.

Fifteen years is a significant achievement for any live-service game, particularly in today’s landscape where many free-to-play titles struggle to maintain their servers for more than a few years. World of Tanks’ ability to attract new players while retaining its veterans demonstrates the game’s enduring appeal.

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