Rapid-action tank combat game World of Tanks: HEAT launching on PC and consoles.

      Wargaming has introduced its new standalone free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter, World of Tanks: HEAT, at this year's Gamescom event. Set in an alternate post-World War II era, World of Tanks: HEAT offers players the chance to engage in fast-paced 10v10 battles featuring hero-enhanced tanks. A new announcement trailer is available below, highlighting the excitement for players.

      In World of Tanks: HEAT, the franchise's tactical tank combat becomes quicker and more explosive, allowing players to utilize various experimental vehicles to dominate the battlefield. Each tank boasts unique abilities, and players can customize them with advanced weapon systems, armor modules, visual enhancements, and more.

      Players can command specialized tanks (drawn from original designs) that have unique roles and utilize their hero-enhanced abilities to secure victory for their team across multiple game modes adapted from classic shooter formats, including Kill Confirmed, Domination, and Conquest.

      Thanks to Wargaming's new proprietary engine, players will experience stunning graphics, immersive environments, and dynamic cinematic effects.

      "World of Tanks: HEAT is our ambitious vision for the franchise, offering an entirely fresh tank experience with a new setting, innovative gameplay mechanics, a quicker pace, and cutting-edge technology," said Victor Kislyi, CEO of Wargaming. "Building on the beloved World of Tanks foundation, the game enables players to enjoy tank warfare like never before, engaging in battles we once only dreamed of."

      Additionally, World of Tanks: HEAT marks Wargaming's first simultaneous cross-platform release across Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Steam Deck. A launch date has not yet been announced, so stay tuned for more updates on this exciting new addition to the Wargaming lineup.