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World of Tanks: HEAT

World of Tanks: HEAT

Released: 5/26/2026

World of Tanks: HEAT is the first ever hero-driven tank action game. It's high-velocity clashes every single battle. It's Agents with unique abilities operating machines with menacing power. Choose your Agent, personalize your tank, and combine skill and strategy to dominate the battlefield. In an alternate post-WW2 timeline shaped by rapid scientific progress and global cooperation, humanity’s technological marvels – once symbols of hope – have become strategic flashpoints in an escalating worldwide conflict. Elite Agents answer the call. Equipped with high-tech tanks and unique combat abilities, they fight a new kind of war – one defined not by borders, but by precision, firepower, and tactical dominance. Welcome to World of Tanks: HEAT, a free-to-play PvP vehicle shooter packed with explosive combat and non-stop action. Battle through intense 5v5 and 10v10 matches featuring fast-paced, ability-enhanced vehicle combat. Team up with friends, combine abilities, and dominate in adrenaline-fueled battles that reward timing, synergy, and precision. Choose from a growing roster of Agents, each unlocking new experimental tanks and fresh tactical layers in turn. Competitive teamplay that requires both strategy and spontaneity High-impact PvP modes: Conquest, Domination, Kill Confirmed Agents with unique battlefield roles and progression paths Your tank is more than steel and firepower – it’s an instrument shaped by your decisions. Every upgrade matters. Each vehicle has a strict power cap, so you’ll need to choose your loadout wisely: boost firepower or reinforce armor? The path to victory lies in trade-offs that reflect your playstyle. Modular systems with meaningful choices Reactive armor, signature weapons, and active abilities Unlock, experiment, and hone your playstyle Team up with friends and combine your strengths to dominate the frontlines. Whether you’re coordinating ultimates or reacting in the heat of the moment, smart teamwork always wins the day. Go solo and be a hero. Squad up and become legends. Free-to-Play – Jump into high-octane armored warfare and experience the full game at zero cost. Dynamic PvP Battles – Experience fast-paced, team-based combat in large-scale 10v10 modes like Conquest, Domination, and Kill Confirmed, plus the 5v5 Plant & Defuse mode. 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 – Fight across distinct environments with varied terrain, structures, and biomes that constantly reshape tactical decisions. 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.

World of Tanks: HEAT is the first ever hero-driven tank action game. It's high-velocity clashes every single battle. It's Agents with unique abilities operating machines with menacing power. Choose your Agent, personalize your tank, and combine skill and strategy to dominate the battlefield. In an alternate post-WW2 timeline shaped by rapid scientific progress and global cooperation, humanity’s technological marvels – once symbols of hope – have become strategic flashpoints in an escalating worldwide conflict. Elite Agents answer the call. Equipped with high-tech tanks and unique combat abilities, they fight a new kind of war – one defined not by borders, but by precision, firepower, and tactical dominance. Welcome to World of Tanks: HEAT, a free-to-play PvP vehicle shooter packed with explosive combat and non-stop action. Battle through intense 5v5 and 10v10 matches featuring fast-paced, ability-enhanced vehicle combat. Team up with friends, combine abilities, and dominate in adrenaline-fueled battles that reward timing, synergy, and precision. Choose from a growing roster of Agents, each unlocking new experimental tanks and fresh tactical layers in turn. Competitive teamplay that requires both strategy and spontaneity High-impact PvP modes: Conquest, Domination, Kill Confirmed Agents with unique battlefield roles and progression paths Your tank is more than steel and firepower – it’s an instrument shaped by your decisions. Every upgrade matters. Each vehicle has a strict power cap, so you’ll need to choose your loadout wisely: boost firepower or reinforce armor? The path to victory lies in trade-offs that reflect your playstyle. Modular systems with meaningful choices Reactive armor, signature weapons, and active abilities Unlock, experiment, and hone your playstyle Team up with friends and combine your strengths to dominate the frontlines. Whether you’re coordinating ultimates or reacting in the heat of the moment, smart teamwork always wins the day. Go solo and be a hero. Squad up and become legends. Free-to-Play – Jump into high-octane armored warfare and experience the full game at zero cost. Dynamic PvP Battles – Experience fast-paced, team-based combat in large-scale 10v10 modes like Conquest, Domination, and Kill Confirmed, plus the 5v5 Plant & Defuse mode. 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 – Fight across distinct environments with varied terrain, structures, and biomes that constantly reshape tactical decisions. 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.

World of Tanks: HEAT is the first ever hero-driven tank action game. It's high-velocity clashes every single battle. It's Agents with unique abilities operating machines with menacing power. Choose your Agent, personalize your tank, and combine skill and strategy to dominate the battlefield. In an alternate post-WW2 timeline shaped by rapid scientific progress and global cooperation, humanity’s technological marvels – once symbols of hope – have become strategic flashpoints in an escalating worldwide conflict. Elite Agents answer the call. Equipped with high-tech tanks and unique combat abilities, they fight a new kind of war – one defined not by borders, but by precision, firepower, and tactical dominance. Welcome to World of Tanks: HEAT, a free-to-play PvP vehicle shooter packed with explosive combat and non-stop action. Battle through intense 5v5 and 10v10 matches featuring fast-paced, ability-enhanced vehicle combat. Team up with friends, combine abilities, and dominate in adrenaline-fueled battles that reward timing, synergy, and precision. Choose from a growing roster of Agents, each unlocking new experimental tanks and fresh tactical layers in turn. Competitive teamplay that requires both strategy and spontaneity High-impact PvP modes: Conquest, Domination, Kill Confirmed Agents with unique battlefield roles and progression paths Your tank is more than steel and firepower – it’s an instrument shaped by your decisions. Every upgrade matters. Each vehicle has a strict power cap, so you’ll need to choose your loadout wisely: boost firepower or reinforce armor? The path to victory lies in trade-offs that reflect your playstyle. Modular systems with meaningful choices Reactive armor, signature weapons, and active abilities Unlock, experiment, and hone your playstyle Team up with friends and combine your strengths to dominate the frontlines. Whether you’re coordinating ultimates or reacting in the heat of the moment, smart teamwork always wins the day. Go solo and be a hero. Squad up and become legends. Free-to-Play – Jump into high-octane armored warfare and experience the full game at zero cost. Dynamic PvP Battles – Experience fast-paced, team-based combat in large-scale 10v10 modes like Conquest, Domination, and Kill Confirmed, plus the 5v5 Plant & Defuse mode. 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 – Fight across distinct environments with varied terrain, structures, and biomes that constantly reshape tactical decisions. 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.

Critics
75
Steam
47

Score Breakdown

74.8

Critic Average

5 reviews

47

Steam User Score

6,268 reviews

N/A

Metacritic User Score

Less than 20 reviews

Disparity Breakdown

Steam Disparity
+27.7
Metacritic Disparity
N/A
Combined Disparity
+27.7

Average of both sources

Review Timing

5 launch window (100%)0 late (0%)