Developers posts on forum

dance210: Hi guys!   I know everyone is waiting for the winners to be announced! I have not yet had a chance to go through all 100+ pages to find the valid entries and run the raffle. Winners may be announced by the end of the day today. If not, I will be sure to announce them as early as possible tomorrow.   Thanks for your patience y'all

Saffr0n:   o7. I just sent out a smoke signal and threw a message in the ocean for the engineer. I'll update those tickets when I have info to share. 

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Saffr0n:   Anything you guys can tell me about the directory where you installed CT folder and any info about your connection? 

dance210:   Rumor has it July 10th  is the day to look out for. Registration should open for that soon   And I believe this Saturday is the last Attack/Defense for CtA. After that, we're going back to the normal Standard mode.

Saffr0n:   Thanks for the info. I put those tickets On Hold (unless you want the same answer I just gave earlier) to avoid getting the "we have no idea" response. Try again later and I'll see what information I can find in the meantime.

Saffr0n:   Can you let me know what username's you've sent them with? I checked your username and still can't find a recent ticket. 

Saffr0n: Hey Tankers!   Common Test 9.19.1 server has been opened. In it, we've made some changes to the matchmaking system: we are returning SPGs to platoons, with a maximum limit of one SPG per platoon. In Update 9.19 you may have noticed that we removed recruit training, however, in 9.19.1 we're introducing a brand new onboarding experience: Boot Camp. This will allow newcomers to explore the game's core mechanics and UI so that they're better equipped from the start. Other items that have been reworked include personal missions and another batch of tanks received HD revisions.    Log into the test server today!   If you're experiencing any bugs, issues or have any feedback about 9.19.1 please let us know. Provide any screenshots or replay files to help us identify and diagnose those issues during the testing phase. o7!

Saffr0n:   Heyo! Sorry to hear that you're experiencing this issue. I looked for your ticket in our system, but it appears that you haven't sent one. Last one you did was sent back in May so I'll just go ahead and offer some information on your thread.   When you hover over the grayed-out options, there's a message that says something to the effect of an action is occurring and to try again later. I'll mention to a CW/SH engineer the message that you're seeing to check if there is something that's causing this or you just need to wait it out and try again later. How long? I don't know.

dance210:   Boot Camp is separate and can be found in game. When you are in the garage and hit the ESC button, you should see an option for Boot Camp.

Saffr0n: Update about contact list/clan cache issue (XMPPCS):  Found the issue causing incorrect clan designations and rosters not showing member's usernames. This, to some degree, had an effect on the contact list being in an endless sync error.  There is a possible platform issue with the XMPPCS that is being investigated, as well as other possible development issues. I submitted use cases last Thursday and again this morning to the PM that's organizing a fix. 

Mezurashi: ​ Nope. 

Mezurashi:   Hi J_REB, please submit a ticket to our support team so that they can assist you with this.   You can submit a ticket by clicking here: https://na.wargaming.net/support/

JayStark02:   ​FTFY. 

dance210:   Hi cragster,   The Platournament from 6.17.17 was just paid out today; the Platournament from last night hasn't been paid out yet. I'm hoping to get that one out today, then all tournament payouts should be up to date

dance210:   Yes, that is the correct build.   A brief update on the contact list. Thank you for everyone who PMed me or posted on one of the many forum threads. The names have been collected and forwarded to the team that is working on this issue. It has again been escalated again and the team is working on the issue. We currently have no ETA when another micro-patch or fix may be applied.   When I hear more information, I will be sure to pass it along. Apologies that we don't have more information to give at this time.

Mezurashi: Topic locked due to non-constructive posting.

The_Chieftain: Oh, the topics which come up here do get talked about in the Pod (where all the WoT Pc guys in NA sit) and I will occasionally chat with Minsk or rarely Cyprus directly. I do not report on those conversations here. I have been repeatedly slapped for speaking publicly "outside my lane", which is neither development or production, and I'm thus a little gunshy.   We do not have developers here in NA, we do have producers, analysts and managers. We do get some autonomy as to what goes on by way of events or the shop etc, but not total. If the licensing agreement for the VC tanks negotiated with the IP holder was geographically limited, as the GuP agreement was, it would need to be either renegotiated, with all the lawyers and so on, or a new agreement forged, with even more lawyers etc.  

Mezurashi: Guys, lets keep it civil and please avoid the unnecessary troll attacks.   This is a warning.

dance210:   Correct. As soon as you lose a round, you are eliminated from the tournament and do not continue to play.

dance210:   1. The tournament page has always stated that teams can play a maximum of 7 battles - which equals a maximum of 8 teams per group. This isn't the first time groups have had 8 teams rather than 6 teams. 2. Teams are welcome to join or not join. As stated above, the rules state that teams can play a maximum of 7 battles, and prizes were originally calculated based on groups of 8.  

dance210:   If there is an even number of teams in a group, due to limitations of the tournament system, one team gets "stuck" on one side of the map. This has been a part of the system for several years now, and there is currently no way to change it.

dance210: Not so long ago we’ve shared the plans about the rebalancing of some vehicles branches. And today we’re ready to share the first details about the upcoming changes: to the ST go the Japanese tanks. We plan to test a complex change of vehicles of medium and top tiers. The purpose of rebalancing Japanese heavies is to improve the branch balance, to save battle effectiveness and applicability of Japanese heavies, and at the same time to create equal conditions in battle for the vehicles of other nations.
We plan to test the following vehicles: Tanks of Tier IX and X will have revised armor: We added some parts to the front armor with thickness of 240-260 mm for Tier X and 220-240 mm for Tier IX. Their maneuverability and speed will be adjusted so they are a bit better than what the Maus has. The frontal armor of these vehicles, unlike Germans of the same class, didn’t have any vulnerabilities and could only be penetrated with premium ammo. We have added the changes to some parts of frontal armor to make it possible for their opponents to fight them on equal terms.         The tank of Tier VIII O-HO will get premium ammo with an armor penetration value around  250-260 mm for the gun 10 cm Experimental Tank Gun Kai. Previously, this gun didn’t have AP shells with enough penetration for damaging, due to which players didn’t have opportunity to choose game style – the tank was playable only as a derp. The tank O-I will have a bit weaker rear armor, in order to decrease tank’s domination in a battle, especially towards the tanks of lower tiers.  Previously, low-tier vehicles could not damage the O-I even if they managed to flank it. After the changes flanking will work.  Tank O-I Exp V of Tier V will get improved front armor in order to more effectively stand against high-tier vehicles and to perform the role of breakthrough tank. Moreover, 105-mm gun will be removed from this vehicle, which was disproportionately effective on Tier V. The mobility of the tank will be decreased.

Quemapueblos: Before I joined WG I had some killer games in the AMX 40. The duck can do the job especially if it's high tier. (Yes, somehow I got the Scout medal in the duck)

Quemapueblos: When I need to reset the capture timer or going against tanks with extreme armor, extra light or extra heavy. It pretty much the best moment ever when HE does full damage on a really lightly armored vehicle though

Quemapueblos: Lots of very solid advice here. It all boil down to the following depending on what resources you have available to you:   External research Youtube guides - Tons of good links above so I won't repeat Training room with buddies - really helpful to learn where you can get hull down or get a good firing angle Observe Watch where other tanks go and more importantly watch where they die Hang back for the first part of the battle to see where each class like to go Team up with someone who knows what they are doing

Quemapueblos: Nice battle tanker! Another example of why you should never give up even when the odds are stacked against you

The_Chieftain:   With a caveat. When it's hot, one will often feel disinclined to eat. We had one person succumb to heat exhaustion in Iraq because he was drinking lots of water, but was simply flushing out what few nutrients he was putting into his system.

dance210: Hi all,   For anyone having issues adding images to the post, here is a step-by-step guide. If there are still any questions, please let me know.   I will also be adding that link to the OP.

dance210:   When it because available in the Premium shop, the Tiger 131 will come with the "Zero-Skill" BIA crew

The_Chieftain: Any time I've asked about the VC tanks on NA, I'm happy to say, I've been told they are not in the pipeline.   That Cosplay restaurant has been under a little hassle, as they are very definitely GuP themed, but do not have any licensing agreements from the GuP crowd. I'm not sure if they have resolved the problem since that Youtube short was made. I remember the Tokyo officer lads were very surprised I was aware of the restaurant when I met with them in the UK late last year.

dance210:   The Tiger 131 is in the client, so you should be able to see the stats. It is very similar to the Japanese HT No. VI.   The random is spin the bottle, pick a name out of a hat, use a Random Number Generator type of random. It doesn't matter if the Tank Mastery you earn is an Ace or a 3rd class, all entries are treated equal.

Mezurashi: Guys, please avoid personal attacks and non-constructive posts.   This is a friendly warning. Thanks.

Mezurashi: Topic locked due to non-constructive posting.

Mezurashi: Locking this topic due to non-constructive posting.

Mezurashi: Edited out the name of the support person.

dance210:   The Tiger 131 will be clawing its way into the Premium shop soon, but here’s your chance to capture one of these steel beats! Earn a Mastery Badge in any tier VI vehicle and post a screenshot of the After Battle report to be entered into a raffle to win your very own Tiger 131!   Contest Begins: Monday, June 19, 2017 Contest Ends: Thursday, June 22, 2017 @ 09:00 PT / 12:00 ET   Contest Rules: Earn any Mastery Badge (Ace, 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class) in any tier VI tank or SPG Submit a screenshot of the After Battle report showing the Mastery Badge completion Battles must take place within the contest timeframe Only one entry per player Entries must be posted in this thread Winning entries will be randomly selected from all valid entries   Prize: 10 randomly selected winners: Tiger 131 with "Zero-Skill" Crew with Brothers-in-Arms  

dance210:   Thanks Grasschopper,   I apologize that the issue came back. We are collecting and passing on any issues with the contact lists, including the fact that it worked for some people yesterday and stopped working today. We have a list of known issues, but the more information we collect, hopefully the quicker we can figure out why the patch stopped working.   If anyone else is experiencing issues with the contact list, or if you run into weird bugs associated with the contact list or chat, please let me know so that I can pass it on. 

dance210:   Hi carl20320,   Are you still having issues with missing bonds? Can you give any more information (e.g. number of bonds you have, number of bonds you believe you should have, etc.)? Thanks.

The_Chieftain:     Although WG has looked into F1 as a business move (We have sponsored other sports teams including racing, after all), it's just way too much money. I'll be going in my capacity as an F1 fan. I've been to F1 races in Budapest, Monza, and Indianapolis so far.   Generally speaking, I've found the US GPs to be some of the cheapest F1 races going. Relative term, I know. But still. The crowds aren't bad, especially if the circuit is switched on with regards the parking system, and CotA is a new track which should have good parking. (Indianapolis, instead, did an excellent bus shuttle from the city center). However, frankly, if you're going to go for an F1 race, you're going -for- the crowd: You get to watch the race far better on a TV screen at home!   The problem I have is that at Budapest, I was a guest of Ferrari, and we watched the race from their VIP section just above the pit. I'll dig up some photos I have at home, but basically I took photos of the pit stops from about 20 feet up, and three feet to the side.  Combine with the VIP parking, the free, excellent food, it has just spoiled me for any F1 races I ever go to again in the future. I'm hoping to wrangle a McLaren pit pass this time around, we'll see.

The_Chieftain:   Well, I have my ticket to get to Austin for the F1 race...

dance210:   Thanks Scorpiany, I will be sure to pass that along. If anyone else is having issues, please do let me know.   Out of curiousity, if you leave it connecting long enough, will it reconnect to your friends list, even if it doesn't allow PMs?