Developers posts on forum

Vallter: Please, explain, how have you came to conclusion that your results show an income nerf? To understand why I'm asking, please, compare the income changes in the update notes in comparison with vehicles you used.
Also JgdTiger, Panther II, VK2801 and M24 Chafee in your list are Top Tier vehicles, which are not meant to be profitable

Vallter: Please, explain, how have you came to conclusion that your results show an income nerf? To understand why I'm asking, please, compare the income changes in the update notes in comparison with vehicles you used.
Also JgdTiger, Panther II, VK2801 and M24 Chafee in your list are Top Tier vehicles, which are not meant to be profitable

Vallter: Please, explain, how have you came to conclusion that your results show an income nerf? To understand why I'm asking, please, compare the income changes in the update notes in comparison with vehicles you used.
Also JgdTiger, Panther II, VK2801 and M24 Chafee in your list are Top Tier vehicles, which are not meant to be profitable

Vallter: The polls and community feedback was the main reason why we had decided to make US tree changes before USSR tree changes, if the USSR tree changes will have to be postponed.
French vehicles was something we promised to do even before the game release. They are almost ready now and we see no reasons to postpone them because of American vehicles exchange delay. Or you would prefer to wait the next update for 1.5-2 months?
The American vehicles are ready and should be balanced only. It's a question of testing, not development. BUT I want to remind you that the implementation of these vehicles goes along with replacement/move in Tech Tree. This a server-side technologically difficult process, which requires a lot of efforts. With the 7.0 server updates (multi-cluster system etc.) the process we had previously can't be implemented and a totally new one should be developed. To ensure that everything goes smooth (since we don't want our users to lose some vehicles in process) lots and lots of tests are required.
We can only beg our sincere pardon for the delay and ask you for patience.

Vallter: It's planned to separate engine and transmissions modules in future. It will change the system we have now.

Vallter: Yeap, it will include decorations, but I assure you that they won't be enabled for 2 months as Christmas Tree was the last year-)

Vallter: The statistics are being gathered now and MM chart will be changed, if necessary

Vallter: Tank freezing feature was delayed for NA server. Since the system will at least slightly changed, if we implement it afterwards, I won't give you any details for now.

Vallter: I would not be so sure, that Premium IS will take place in 7.2. It can be rescheduled to the update with USSR Tech Tree changes.

Vallter: Not now, but for sure in future.

Vallter: You can find them here. Adaptive Camouflage was not planned for 7.0, but announced as separate future consumable.

Vallter: 5 man platoons will probably come with 30vs30 battles. We cannot give you any exact ETA on them for now.
New game modes will be added gradually over Q1-2 2012
North American continent for clan wars is something almost finished. We are awaiting to release it in Q1 2012 Also we will implement some changes to the Global Map for NA before moving the warfare to the NA continent.
The unite of the Global map is something that requires finishing some mechanics and parts of the Map first. Everything depends on that so I cannot give you any ETA on that.

Vallter: You can check out Tiered Company battles just logging on the server. They have been implemented already.
We will release new info on the game modes soon for sure. Please, follow the news.

Vallter: Yes, they are in Q1 2012 release and will probably come out after American Tech Tree changes

Vallter: We will look on statistics and collect players feedback regarding the matter. The changes will be implemented afterwards, if necessary.

Vallter:

Vallter: It was quite a while since my last answer due to big amount of meetings with the rest of Departments we had regarding NA server and community. You will notice some changes soon and meanwhile I will answer the questions one-by-one.

Tanitha: Version 7.0 Update Notes
Featured Changes
Implemented several game clusters (multi-cluster technology).Added the camouflage feature. Camo purchase and its mounting are available in the game section ‘Appearance’. This feature is currently intended for visual customization only, and does not increase tour camo rating.Added levels of tank companies varied by tier: up to tier 4, up to tier 6, up to tier 8 and up to tier 10 (including tier 10). Implemented tier limits for SPGs in up to tier 4, up to tier 6 and up to tier 8 battles (the next test version will include light tanks limitations).Added the complaint system. You can choose the complaint type when in battle by right-clicking on the player's nickname shown in the pop-up context menu.Added a test system for recording and replaying battles. A ‘Record battle to replay’ setting saves battle videos in ‘Replays’ folder. Content
Added new maps – Marsh and Fjords. Fixed multiple bugs in tank models.Fixed multiple bugs, blockings and jam-ups on the majority of maps.Added animated birds on several maps. Balance Changes
Re-worked collision models for German vehicles:
Pz B2 740 (f): new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).Pz 38H735 (f): new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour). Added suspension spaced armour.Pz S35 739 (f): new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour). Added suspension spaced armour.Leichttraktor: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).Panther II: small fixes in gun mantlet armouring.Pz 38 (t): new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).Pz 38 nA: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).Pz III/IV: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).Pz II Luchs: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).Pz VI Tiger: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).Pz V-IV: fixes in turret armouring.StuG III: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour). Hull front armour is now 80mm.JagdPz IV: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).VK 1602 Leopard: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).VK 3001 (H): new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).VK 3001 (P): new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).VK 3002 (DB): new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).VK 3601 (H): new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour). Changes of in-game characteristics of German vehicles and guns:
Added a new special round type for the 8.8cm L/71 gun with damage increased to 240. Old type rounds will be sold from ammunition at purchase prices.Increased minimum battle levels for tanks VK1602 and T-50.Removed "improved ventilation" equipment in SPG GW Tiger and GW Panther. Players will be compensated (at purchase price) if they had this equipment installedSPG GW Panther income decreased by 10%. VK 3601 (H):
Reload time for the 7.5cm KwK 41 L/58 gun increased from 3.5 to 4.5 sec.Aiming time for the 7.5cm KwK 41 L/58 increased from 1.1 to 2 sec.Dispersion by a turret rotation and movement for the 7.5cm KwK 41 L/58 gun increased by 10%. PzKpfw V Panther:
Ammo rack durability decreased by 20%.Top turret view range increased from 420 to 430 metres. Panther II:
Ammo rack durability decreased by 10%.Stock turret view range decreased from 460 to 430 metres.Top turret view range decreased from 460m to 450m.Reload time for the second turret 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 gun changed from 6.1 to 6.7 sec. E-50:
Ammo rack durability decreased by 5%.Stock turret view range decreased from 460 to 450 metres.Reload time for the stock turret 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 gun changed from 6 to 6.6 sec.Reload time for the second turret 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 gun changed from 5.8 to 6.4 sec. PzKpfw VI Tiger:
Reload time for the second turret 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 gun changed from 6.8 to 7.5 sec. PzKpfw VI Tiger (P):
Reload time for the first turret 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 gun changed from 7.3 to 8.0 sec.Reload time for the second turret 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 gun changed from 6.8 to 7.5 sec. PzKpfw VIB Tiger II:
Reload time for the stock turret 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 gun changed from 6.5 to 7.2 sec.Reload time for the second turret 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 gun changed from 6.1 to 6.7 sec. VK 4502 (P) Ausf. A:
Reload time for the stock turret 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 gun changed from 6.5 to 7.2 sec.Reload time for the second turret 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 gun changed from 6.1 to 6.7 sec. VK 4502 (P) Ausf. B:
Reload time for the stock turret 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 gun changed from 6.1 tо 6.7 sec.Reload time for the second turret 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 gun changed from 5.8 to 6.4 sec. Е-75:
Reload time for the stock turret 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 gun changed from 6.1 to 6.7 sec. Reload time for the second turret 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 gun changed from 5.8 to 6.4 sec. GW Tiger:
Income decreased by 20%. Reload time for the 170mm K72 Sf gun changed from 27.3 to 25.5 sec.Dispersion for the 170mm K72 Sf changed from 0.41 to 0.4.Dispersion by turning for the 170mm K72 Sf gun decreased by 5%. Re-worked collision models for Soviet vehicles:
А-20: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).А-32: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).АТ-1: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).BT-7: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).SU-85B: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).IS-3: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour). Added suspension armour plates.IS-4: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).IS-7: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour). Improved front turret armour, re-enforced hull stem, added suspension armour plates.KV-13: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).KV-220: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).KV-3: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).KV: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).Matilda: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).MS-1: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).Object 704: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour). Added suspension armour plates.SU-14: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).SU-152: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).SU-18: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).SU-76: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).T-34: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).Т-44: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).Т-54: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour).Valentine: new armour system (16 groups+spaced armour). Changes of in-game characteristics of Soviet vehicles and guns:
The cost of 203mm G-620 was increased from 1092 to1200 credits.Changed models and parameters of the both turrets of IS-3.Income of SPG SU-14 decreased by 13%.Income of SPG S-51 decreased by 15%.Income of SPG Object 212 decreased by 25%.180mm F-600D round price increased from 1890 to 1980 credits.180mm URB-600 round price increased from 1890 to 1980 credits.203mm F-625D round price increase from 1442 to 1568 credits.180mm G-620 increased from 1092 to 1200 credits. Т-44:
Ammo rack durability increased by 15%.Stock suspension traverse speed increase by 2 deg/sec.Top suspension traverse speed increased by 1 deg/sec.Stock turret view range decreased from 430 to 420m.Top turret view range increased from 430 to 440m.Added the second turret LB-1 gun. Added the 680hp B-54-6 engine. T-54:
Ammo rack durability increased by 5%. Reworked Collision Models of American vehicles:
M12: fixed gun shieldsM2 Light Tank: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor)M2 Medium Tank: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor)M4A2E4: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor)M4A3E8: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor)M4 Sherman: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor)M5 Stuart: change the display of hull armour thicknessM7: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor)Ram II: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor)T-14: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor). Added spaced armor on sides.T1 Cunningham: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor)T29: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor)T2 Light Tank: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor)T30: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor)T32: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor)T34: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor)T40: new armor system (16 groups + spaced armor) Changes of in-game characteristics of American Tanks:
M4A3E8 Sherman: 105 SPH M4 L/23 gun added for both turretsReduced the repair cost of T40 TD by 60%Reduced 105mm APCR T29E3M2 round price from 12 to 10 goldReduced M37 SPG income by 30%Reduced M7 Priest SPG income by 8%Reduced M41 SPG income by 3%Reduced M12 SPG income by 10%Reduced M40/43 SPG income by 20%Reduced T92 SPG income by 15% T20:
Ammo rack durability increased by 10%Stock turret view range increased from 400m to 420mTop turret view range increased from 420m to 440m M26 Pershing:
Gun dispersion by movement reduced by 10%Stock turret view range increased from 430m to 440mTop turret view range increased from 450m to 460m M46 Patton:
Ammo rack durability increased by 20%Stock turret view range increased from 450m to 460m Changes in vehicle prices (in credits):
Bison I : 6083 -> 6000Pz 38(t): 36066 -> 36000PanzerJager I: 3816 -> 3800Sturmpanzer II: 45066 -> 45000Pz III A: 53133 -> 53100Wespe: 53533 -> 53500Marder II: 52133 -> 52100BТ-2: 7466 -> 7400T-46: 47466 -> 47400T-18: 5316 -> 5300AT-1: 4483 -> 4400T-26: 54333 -> 54300M2 light: 4166 -> 4100M2 medium: 45666 -> 45600T82: 56933 -> 56900 Changes of vehicle prices (in gold; used for selling vehicles converting into credits)
M6A2E1: 10000 -> 7500PzV_PzIV: 1500 -> 3000A-32: 1250 -> 2500 Gameplay and in-game mechanics
Changed the mechanism for finding minimal armor thickness while penetrating with HE roundsAdded tracers representation from enemies in sight – the narrow sector in a direction of a player’s gunAdded tracers representation from enemies in the SPG mode, if the firing tank is in the view screenOnce exiting the battle, your tank will stay on the battlefield till the end of the battle. If it is not destroyed, it will automatically be destroyed at the end.Fixed the rare issue of scouting the whole enemy team while they are not in sight.Fixed the rare issue with the horizontal violent movement of the gun sight while switching into sniper mode.Fixed the rare bug with the low turning velocity of the Pz IV.Fixed the rare issue of the gun sight freezing while it’s moved in sniper mode near a buildingFixed the issue with ‘Invader’ achievementFixed the issue with not receiving the ‘Mouse Trap’ achievement. All not yet received achievements will be added to the account after a battle, in which at least one tank is destroyed by a player.The normalization of AP and APCR rounds was slightly downgraded. Interface
Improvements of the mini-map: scale change, transparency change, turning on/off, markers for commands: ‘Help’, ‘Follow me!’, ‘Attack’Added tips for garage interface elements. They can be activated by pressing ‘F1’ button in garage screen.Improved vehicle markers: range sorting added.Added more settings for markers above vehicles.Added the possibility to switch to alternative marker colors for vehicles (‘Alternative Colour Scheme’ in Settings).Reworked players lists in the map loading windowAdded the battle tasks description at the map loading windowAdded the new mode of representing player lists; Buttons for switching between modes were added as well (Ctrl+Tab as defaults)While selling a tank you can now quickly remove crew and equipment from itAdded clan information in the player’s statistics windowIn the battle interface, additional equipment (camo net and binocular telescope) performance will now be shown.Added the automatic removal of consumables that cannot be mounted with a current vehicle set-upAdded a notification sound for when the gun reticle is at its smallestChanged the sound of hitting and damaging a tank module.Changed the sound of collision between a static object and tank at speeds higher than 10 km per hour.Added the sound of friendly base capture notification.Added a filter for symbols, smiles and messages spamming in-game chats.Added the option of mapping the controls on additional mouse buttons.Added a notification if attempting to sell a tank, which cannot be purchased in the shop (PzKpfw V-IV, for example).Functions of personal file opening, demobilization and sending to barracks remapped from Left Mouse Button to Right Mouse Button.Added a notification for a successful screenshot.Screenshots are now saved into a separate folder.Added a notification of reaching the daily tank sale limit.Added a notification for attempting to resupply gold ammunition and consumables with gold or without it.Fixed the button order for in-game and garage menu’s. Removed the control setting ‘Camera position’.The Caps Lock indicator is now enabled on the login screen.In tank crew personal files all achievements other than ‘Battle Heroes’ and Epic Achievements were removedIn tank crew personal files removed statistics of battles participated and w/l ratio.In tank crew personal files added representation of XP amount needed for acquiring new skills.Fixed the representation of additional XP earned in the first battle during specialsFixed and reworked the names of some American vehiclesFixed and reworked the text of some interface tips and dialogue screensAdded the representation of awards received by World of Tanks on the login screen System
Improved game performance on some PC configurationsReworked the system of special effects; new effects for shots, hits and explosionsAdded more settings for special effectsImproved game settings behavior when using Logitech keyboards and Alienware notebooks.Fixed some troubles with running the game on multiscreen PC configurations.Completely reworked the mechanics of improved dynamic shadows.Added the new anti-aliasing type – FXAA.Improved the quality of in-game voice chat.Added the ‘vignette’ post-effect.

GeneralDirection: There will be a tournament for both regions again, yes. It will likely start at the same times as the November tournament. And yes, for January it will once again be 5-vs.-5, though I'm considering adding a third reserve spot to provide extra reserve coverage in case there are 256 or more teams.
I should have the revised rules available for posting some time this week.

GeneralDirection: Existing accounts aren't necessarily exempted. In fact, I'd say existing accounts get more of the value out of the "up to $25." Granted it's more specific--you can't choose due to not receiving gold--but even if you sell off the Matilda, it's still a decent value. The prices of the peripherals are not being increased due to the World of Tanks content being offered. Heck, I'll probably be ordering a mouse myself before the promotion ends, since I need to get a new one.
Plus you do get the code for the 2000 gold that can be given to a friend, to get them into the game with a nice little boost of gold.

Tanitha: Hi Tankeroo, its currently in development and due for the 7.2 update.
Tan.

Tanitha: I understand 7.0 isn't as fun as it could have been, but the main feature of 7.0 was the multi-cluster support, Its a huge step towards inter-server clanwars. Something that you wont be seeing the effects or fun from yet.
7.1 is currently scheduled for end of Jan, so its not that long away and includes some of the fun stuff that didn't make it into 7.0
Tan.

GeneralDirection: The health of the tank does not always convey the situation. "Hitting them hard" usually means you've dealt significant damage to the crew or key modules. Doing that is just as important as dealing damage in almost every case.

GeneralDirection: Please do post in the bug reports section if you've found something "F'd" with the update.

GeneralDirection: We definitely agree with you; the assessment that we bit off more than we can chew with regard to information on features in development is a fair one. We were excited about all the cool plans we have for the game and wanted to share that. In retrospect, I think we all agree it would have been better to take things one step at a time.

GeneralDirection: The under development page was intended to give a rough idea of our plans for the remainder of 2011 and the whole of 2012. That list is always subject to change--we're not specifying a hard ETA there. Different challenges will crop up in the development of a feature, or a need may arise for features we didn't expect to have to implement until later. In those cases, things may be delayed or the development schedule shifted.

Hypnotik: From Overlord's Blog

Hypnotik: I'd enjoy this as well. There was one for 0.6.7, but I haven't seen one 0.7 compatible yet.

GeneralDirection: Because we try to create maps that closely resemble the provinces, it's unlikely we'll introduce map rotations. That said, we're looking at other options to keep things interesting--especially the strategies needed to win on a given map.
We don't have an ETA on additional game modes, but I can say that Diplomacy and its related features (Alliances, for example) are being worked on fairly heavily right now. It along with the NA region is the primary focus for the clan wars designers.
We'll see about putting together a preview of Diplomacy once it's closer to release. There are still a few things that need to be hammered out--some of them from our chat with clan leaders a few months ago.

GeneralDirection: If a Christmas bonus is what you seek, you'll be pleasantly surprised next week.

GeneralDirection: Diplomacy is a feature that will allow quite a bit that isn't currently possible on the global map, including game-supported alliances. That should be coming shortly after the NA region is implemented.

GeneralDirection: We're devising a formula for prize pools now, actually. It will be based in part on the tier of tanks used and the total number of teams in the tournament. So the more challenging the tournament (e.g. the higher the number of teams), the more rewarding it will be.

Tanitha: It should be a bug produced by a player made module, and probably the OTM mod you probably have running : )
Tan.

Tanitha: Hello Theog, make sure you install the US client to a different directory, or uninstall the test client before installing the US client.
It sounds like you lost your original NA client by installing the 7.0 test over the top is of.
Tan

Tanitha: Alt F4 lol, sigh.. : ) some people...
Yes they were removed from this patch due to player feedback.
Regards
Tan.

Tanitha: Hello Ingoo
Have you tried playing with a mod free client? Some of the player made mods mode for the 6/7 version do not work correctly with the 7/0 update and are the common cause for most bugs like this.

Tanitha: Its been reset to a one per account limit, yes.

Tanitha: Hello Guys / Gals.
There has been a lot of major changes to the client in version 7.0, some of the player made modules made for the previous 6.7 version currently cause glitches and bugs with the 7.0 client until they are Tweaked and updated.
Please try to run a mod free client initially, so you can make sure everything is working as it should before you install associational player made mods.
When installing mods, please try to do them one at a time with a test for each, so you can pinpoint any possible bugs to being caused by a particular mod.
If you are unable to isolate your problem, try reverting back to a fresh install and a mod free client to see if the issues are still there.
The above is the only way to really identify if you are having problems with the 7.0 update or a old mod you have installed.
Enjoy the update, and especially enjoy your xmas break.
Tan.

Tanitha: Its good to see they got the colour blind reticle into the 7.0 patch..
Hopefully some players have some information to sort this out for you, if not I'll try to get the information for you from the developers.
Is it possible the blue means you can penetrate?
Tan.

Tanitha: Thanks for the feedback Overdile_Spittle , hopefully it will assist other players.
Tan.

Tanitha: The mod procedures are mods can move posts (that are in the junkyard) that are over 7 days old, to a archival junk-yard that players cant see.
That way if a thread is junked, players can still find and read the thread for 7+ days if they wish.
Its not a high priority job for th emods though, so sure it can be left a month in between it being done.
Then when its done anything newer than 7 days isn't moved.
^ Thats normal, this time they all were moved in a mods permission test.
I've moved the latest ~weeks worth back to the junkyard just in case anyone wanted them.
Regards
Tan.

Tanitha: Junkyarded posts are usually dumped when they are over 7 days old, to a non player archive section.
In a permissions test a mod just moved all the posts including the <7days old ones.
It didn't take you long to notice, it was only a minute ago : )
Tan.

Tanitha: Closed at clans request.

GeneralDirection: You can sell your existing Matilda prior to redeeming the code, and you will receive the Matilda from the code.

GeneralDirection: The 2000 gold is an additional code that can be given to a friend to use on an account they're creating, yes.

GeneralDirection: The 2000 gold is for new accounts.

Tanitha: I suggest you backup before reinstalling the mods back, so you can pinpoint what mod is causing your issues.
Tan.

Tanitha: Sorry guys, with the release of the 7.0 across multi servers, Ive still been unable to get a ETA of when this extended maintenance will finish.
But I'll continue to try to get it back asap.
Sorry for the inconvenience.

Tanitha:

Tanitha: Hello Andy, each server has its own client, so make sure you download the right one for your server from the right portal.
worldoftanks.com for us
worldoftanks.eu for EU
and worldoftanks.ru for Russian.
Regards
Tan.

Tanitha: Hello Xno, long time no see.
As above try running it as Admin, and let us know how you went.
Regards
Tan.

Tanitha: Hello Krankmeister
Any hiccups during the download will result in a incomplete file that wont install.
I suggest you use a download manager when downloading large files, such as Jdownloader.org
It usually downloads a lot quicker without the errors when a DL manager is used.
Regards
Tan.

Tanitha:

Hello Krankmeister

Any hiccups during the download will result in a incomplete file that wont install.
I suggest you use a download manager when downloading large files, such as Jdownloader.org
It usually downloads a lot quicker without the errors when a DL manager is used.

Regards
Tan.

Tanitha: Have you got any player made mods running? You should start with a clean client before modding into it. Some of the mods will probably still be a bit buggy with the new version.

Tanitha:

Have you got any player made mods running? You should start with a clean client before modding into it. Some of the mods will probably still be a bit buggy with the new version.