# World of Tanks Blitz Update: Japanese Heavy Tanks in World of Tanks Blitz

- Product: World of Tanks Blitz (https://whatsnew.fyi/product/world-of-tanks-blitz)
- Vendor: Wargaming Group Limited
- Date: 2026-09-01
- Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/444200/view/675130357246329922
- Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/world-of-tanks-blitz/releases/2026-09-01-update-japanese-heavy-tanks-in-world-of-tanks-bli

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- **added** — Japanese Heavy Tank branch featuring the Type 5 Heavy Zetsu as a Tier X tank with excellent armor and high HP pools
- **added** — Tank Branch License that unlocks any researchable branch from Tier I to Tier X with all vehicles instantly unlocked and fully researched
- **added** — Equalizer Game Mode that brings tanks of all tiers together with HP and firepower boosts scaled by tier level
- **changed** — Observation device damage now decreases viewing distance by 50% when yellow damaged and by 30% when red damaged

**_Download the new version starting September 2!_**

##### New Branch of Japanese Heavy Tanks

Welcome new Japanese superheavies, with the Type 5 Heavy Zetsu at the top! Well-armored and hard-hitting, they act as tough dreadnoughts, built to hold the frontline.

All tanks in this branch feature excellent armor, especially across the turret front. And if an opponent does manage to get a shot through, their large HP pools let them absorb a fair amount of damage. These giants can also hit back hard, dishing out heavy blows to anyone who dares get too close.

But that power comes at a price. The new superheavies have low mobility, so choosing the right flank from the start is vital: changing it later may simply take too much time. Their large size also calls for careful use of cover. To survive longer, avoid open spaces and use terrain and buildings to keep your hull protected.

Hold the front and lead your team to victory!

##### Tank Branch License

After the update, you can use your Tank Branch License (previously called Set License) to unlock any researchable branch, from Tier I all the way to the Tier X! All vehicles along your selected path will be instantly unlocked and fully researched, without spending any of your Credits or XP.

Don't want to use it yet? No problem, a License has no expiration date. Just save it until the right time comes.

##### Equalizer Game Mode

Similar to Total Domination mode, Equalizer brings tanks of all tiers together on the same battlefield, with lower-tier tanks getting more HP and firepower. The lower the tier, the bigger the boost! Just pick your favorite tank and take on enemies of any tier in familiar Supremacy and Encounter battles.

The mode will be available from September 11 through 18.

##### Observation Device Changes

If your observation device is damaged during battle, your viewing distance will now decrease depending on its condition. Yellow damage reduces it by 50%, while red damage reduces it to 30%. This makes the module damage system more consistent.