World of Warships News

[h2]Read the Update 14.2 Changelog[/h2]


This week saw the launch of a game update so packed with content that you'll be spoiled for choice on how to spend your time on the waves this weekend and the coming ones!

From new experimental ships to a new branch of Soviet submarines in Early Access, plus the return of Operations with Flagships and a pirate-themed Bounty Hunt, Update 14.2 truly has something for everyone.

Get a comprehensive breakdown of all the new features and changes in our dedicated article:
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[h2]Experiment With New Experimental Ships[/h2]


From now until August 2025, you'll have free rein to play around with some quirky new ships subject to quirky new mechanics. For now, in Update 14.2, you can unlock and play cruisers Metz, Oregon, and Vyazma.

These three ships have access to what we're calling "Fight or Flight"—a mechanic where your ship becomes stronger the more damage it takes. The trio also has access to a limited stockpile of AP shells with improved characteristics that can be fired using Burst Fire mode.

You can unlock experimental ships by researching their components in exchange for a combination of Credits and Action Reports, the latter of which are obtainable via special combat missions.

For more information about experimental ships, see our dedicated article:
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[h2]Dive Back Into Operations with Flagships[/h2]


Back by popular demand, Operations with Flagships have received a few tweaks in Update 14.2 to make them that much more engaging.

Now, three enemy bot flagships of two different types with different effects and vulnerabilities await you on the battlefield. The flagships will be randomly selected, and you'll see which ones you'll be up against at the start of the battle.

You can now also equip one Classified Document per battle to customize your ship's capabilities against certain ship types, working both against ordinary bots and the flagships themselves. This special mechanic will make your ship more effective in encounters with specific enemies.

All details about the tweaks to this battle type can be found via this link:
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[h2]Discover a New Branch of Soviet Submarines in Early Access[/h2]


Three new submarines—S-1, L-20, and K-1—make up the latest branch of the Soviet Tech Tree, which is now available to play in Early Access.

• These subs make use of capable unguided torpedoes to deal the bulk of their damage.
  
• They enjoy good surface speed but lack the agility and dive capacity for frequent underwater escapades.
  
• The trio can be of great help to their allies, as they have access to the Submarine Surveillance consumable with a long range.
  

All three submarines are available in sequential bundles in the Armory, purchasable for Soviet Tokens. You can obtain the Tokens by completing combat missions or purchasing random bundles.

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All relevant details are available in a dedicated article:
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[h2]Paint and Submit a Design for Our Camouflage Contest[/h2]


We've just announced a new community camouflage design contest for battleship Montana on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Navy. If you're feeling creative, don't hesitate to submit your work—we would love to include it in the game!

Learn how to take part here:
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[h2]Take the 14.2 Survey![/h2]

Enjoying the new features introduced by Update 14.2? Let us know what you think via the survey link below!

Take Survey

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Captains,

We want to share extra special news today! It's now easier than ever to access World of Warships and continue your progression through the platform of your choice. With the release of Update 14.2, we're introducing a long-awaited feature: you can link your existing account to Steam and freely play using the platform, even if your account wasn't created through Steam!

When the integration with Steam was first implemented, such a thing wasn't possible; however, over the past few years, we've been working on updating the system to bring these changes to all Wargaming titles, and recent updates were a crucial part of the necessary preparations.

Thanks to extensive improvements to our account infrastructure, you can now seamlessly switch between Steam and the Wargaming Game Center (WGC) while keeping your in-game progress.

More details are available here.

Commanders! We’re holding a special giveaway with guaranteed prizes!

• Leave a comment under this news post before the event ends. 
  
• Play the game and get into the top 5 team score five times. Game modes: Co-op Battles, Random Battles, Operations, Ranked Battles.

• Guaranteed prize: 200 Community Tokens
  
• Superprize for 5 random winners: 1x Premium Ship VIII container

• The superprize winners will be picked at random from the pool of all participants.
  
• Any comments that break the discussion rules may be deleted or excluded.
  

We wish you good luck and the following seas!⚓️

🎉Congratulations to the winners:🎉

• 浦和ハナコ
• pubmorny
• popom33
• gbojsl
• wjwen

Thank you to everyone who took part, we really appreciate your support!

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Here’s an overview of the major highlights introduced in Update 14.2. Be sure to check out the detailed article on our website:

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[h2]Experimental Ships[/h2]


Three new ships with unique mechanics are sailing out on our seas! Designed for bold Captains, these vessels bring high-risk, high-reward gameplay:

• These experimental ships start each battle with reduced HP but can heal over time. Where it gets very interesting is that their main battery accuracy and rate of fire improve as their HP decreases. Will you choose the security of HP or the risky but satisfying firepower route?
  
• Armed with a limited stock of AP shells with improved characteristics and Burst Fire mode.
  
• They have no module upgrades, their economic earnings are similar to same-tier Tech Tree ships, and Commanders assigned to experimental ships do not require retraining.
  

You can unlock experimental ships by researching components with Credits and Action Reports from combat missions, and get a special mission chain that offers Coal as a reward.

These ships will be removed with Update 14.7, and commemorative rewards will be bestowed on players who successfully unlock all three.

[h2]Operations with Flagships & Classified Documents[/h2]


Operations with Flagships return with reworked mechanics, introducing varied flagship encounters and greater strategic diversity.

New mechanics have been integrated to enhance combat effectiveness in specific scenarios:

• Equip one Classified Document in Operations with Flagships for survivability and damage boosts.
  
• All Classified Documents have been added to player accounts automatically and can be selected before each battle, with a limited time for changes.
  

[h2]Soviet Submarines & Event Pass[/h2]


Comrades, the Red Fleet is growing mightier! The arrival of submarines S-1, L-20, and K-1 introduces a new Soviet playstyle:

• Powerful, fast, and long-range unguided torpedoes, plus homing torpedoes with low damage, speed, and range.
  
• Fast surface speed but limited dive capacity. They are also equipped with long-range Submarine Surveillance and Fast Damage Control Team.
  

Celebrate the Soviet expansion with the Soviet Navy Event Pass!

• The first progression line features 5x Soviet Era containers, Commander Aleksey Statsenko, and a Soviet permanent camouflage for Tallinn.
  
• Unlock the second progression line for 2,500 Doubloons to earn additional rewards, including Soviet permanent camouflages for Riga and Petropavlovsk, 10x Soviet Era containers, and cruiser Molotov. Captains who already own these items will be compensated in Credits.
  

[h2]Pirate-Themed Bounty Hunt[/h2]


Hoist the black flag and engage in thrilling Random Battles:

• Play as a Hunter (Tier V–X ships) or Bounty (Tier VI–X battleships, cruisers, and destroyers) to earn Bounty Tokens for themed Commanders and permanent camouflages.
  
• The Bounty status is available for free in the Armory and lasts 24 hours or until the main mission (sink 5 enemy ships) is completed.
  
• Random bundles hold new ship Monmouth, with direct purchase options available until the release of Update 14.3.
  

That's just a glimpse of what's new in this fresh update! Read our full article linked below to learn more.

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[h2]Take the Update 14.2 Survey![/h2]

Enjoying the new features introduced by Update 14.2? Let us know what you think via the survey linked below!

Take Survey

[h2]Last Brawl Call for Update 14.1![/h2]


Don't miss the final Brawl of the update this weekend! The format brings us to Tier VIII, where you can enjoy 5v5 battles aboard destroyers, cruisers, battleships, and submarines. Divisions of up to 5 players are allowed—and encouraged!

[h2]Teaser: Update 14.2[/h2]


You had best hope your sonar is shipshape and ready to face the incoming Soviet submarines! Besides the new Tech Tree line, we've got a Soviet Event Pass with themed rewards lined up for you in Update 14.2. Check it out!

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[h2]Naval Monsters: Hull[/h2]


What happens when you put a heavy cruiser’s guns on the hull of a destroyer? That’s the same question the U.S. Navy asked itself back in the 70s before promptly slapping an experimental 203 mm gun onto the bow of a Forrest Sherman-class destroyer. Want to see how that experiment turned out? Take a look at the “character sheet” for the newest ship in the Research Bureau below!

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