Get ready for the return of Asymmetric Battles;
bot AI improvements;
the introduction of a "cool-off" period;
a special event dedicated to U.S. Independence Day;
and a fresh adventure— Conquest of the Mediterranean!
I'll tell you all the details about these and other new features
right after a short intro!
We're passing the equator of 2023,
summer has erupted in all of its glory,
and Update 12.5 has been released.
Ahoy, Captain!
I'm Tina, and you're watching the review of our latest World of Warships update.
Let's start with the return of Asymmetric Battles!
Asymmetric Battles have an unusual team composition:
five players versus twelve bots.
To balance their numerical superiority,
the bots control less powerful ships compared to those of the real players.
You'll be helming Tier IX and X ships,
while the bots will control Tier VII and VIII ships.
Get ready for a challenge, Captain,
because we've improved the bot AI for this battle type!
You can expect them to take up more advantageous positions,
charge into close combat less often,
and distribute themselves more optimally around Key Areas.
These changes will also affect bots in the Training Room.
And that's not everything to be aware of about improved bot behavior!
Here are a few more important details.
Bot AI has also been improved in Co-op and Training Battles.
We've enhanced the system responsible for avoiding collisions with islands.
Bots in Co-op Battles will also now reverse in case of a collision
like the Training Room bots do.
Lastly, bots will try to ram enemy ships less often in these battle types.
I'll expand on the topic of technical changes.
This update will turn the end of battle
and transition to the post-battle statistics screen
into a smoother experience.
At the end of each battle, a message with the battle results will appear on-screen.
After that, players will have a few more seconds in the battle environment,
during which they will be able to perform different actions
that won't affect the battle outcome
but will be reflected in the post-battle statistics.
For example,
players will be able to deal damage to opponents,
destroy ships, and earn achievements during this period.
These changes will help avoid battles ending too abruptly,
which can be especially annoying during exciting engagements.
As you probably know,
the U.S.A. celebrates its Independence Day every July 4th.
To commemorate the holiday, we've prepared a special event
that will allow you to engage in themed activities and obtain rewards.
Among the available rewards are:
West Virginia '41 with a permanent camouflage and Commander Leroy Jenkins;
the Gold Eagle permanent camouflage for Minnesota;
Commander Statue of Liberty;
and the Wings of Freedom container.
Also in the Armory,
you'll find new American ships Halford and West Virginia '44.
Approximately 2 weeks after the release of Update 12.5,
World of Warships will feature a new adventure
called "Conquest of the Mediterranean."
This time, the events will unfold
in an alternative setting dating back to World War I.
During the event, you'll be able to obtain new Tier IX European destroyer Jäger
with special Commander Felix von Paar,
as well as the Perpetuum Mobile permanent camouflage for the ship.
We'll flesh out the details of the adventure
in a special article on our website—
don't miss it!
In this episode, we've covered only the most important features
that await you in Update 12.5.
You can find even more details and information
about the new update on our website.
Take a moment to visit it!
You were with me, Tina, and I wish you only great victories!
I look forward to our next meeting soon!