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Here's an overview of the major highlights introduced in Update 15.6. Check out the full details on our website:

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Battle Pass

Update 15.6 introduces the Battle Pass—a new format temporarily replacing the standard Event Pass. Instead of following a linear progression, you'll navigate a strategic map with three main areas and choose your own path to the rewards you want most.

• Completing daily and weekly missions will earn you Battle Pass Points and let you claim adjacent sectors within the three areas. Claiming each sector grants a free reward.

• The three areas unlock individually over time: area 1 at launch, area 2 after week 1, area 3 after week 2. Once unlocked, all areas remain available until the Battle Pass ends.

• Upgrading each area with Doubloons (2,000 / 750 / 750) grants additional rewards for all claimed and unclaimed sectors in that area.

• Free rewards: 12x different decals, 3x Decals Premium containers, 1x new Colorful Turquoise enemy destruction effect, 1x Captain's Holdall Premium container, and 1x Summer permanent camouflage.

• Upgraded area rewards include Spanish Tier VI cruiser Canarias and her Atlantic permanent camouflage, five more decals, the "Boom!" and Colorful Purple enemy destruction effects, the Celestial Dragon camo for Cataluña, and a pair of Pin-Up Summer permanent camouflages.

Changes to Unique Commander Talents

Update 15.6 brings quality-of-life improvements to unique Commander talents, making them more consistent and usable across more battle types.

• Achievement-based triggers are removed; talents now activate in a broader range of battle types, including Asymmetric Battles.

• Some activation conditions now use staged triggers—the better you perform, the more powerful the talent becomes.

• Certain talents gain separate activation conditions and bonuses per battle type.

• Free skill reset: You'll be able to reset the skills of any or all Commanders for free during the first 2 weeks of Update 15.6.

Riposte Map Changes

The Riposte map is now available in more battle types, and it has a full underwater world.

• Brawls, Clan Battles, and Ranked Battles retain current Riposte settings.

• Co-op Battles get a new Riposte version with three Key Areas; Random Battles get two versions with four Key Areas.

• In Co-op and Random Battles, Riposte is available for Tier VI–IX ships.

• Submarines are now playable on Riposte in all battle types.

Salvage for Victory: Affondatore

Earn Italian super battleship Affondatore—"the Sinker"—in Early Access. She enters the Tech Tree with Update 15.9.

• Ship highlights: Powerful main guns with good short-range accuracy, Italian SAP shells, strong armor with good citadel protection, Exhaust Smoke Generator, and Combat Instructions that charge with main gun hits—enhancing speed and consumable reload time.

• Use Credits, Elite Commander XP, Coal, or uncommon expendable economic bonuses (each up to 50% of the bar). Personal Challenges provide Salvage Tokens for up to 30% more.

• Completion rewards: Affondatore, a Commander, and a commemorative flag.

New Ranked Battles Season & Brawls

A new Ranked Battles season begins with Update 15.6, alongside three new Brawls.

• Week 1 Brawl: 4v4; Tier IX battleships, cruisers, and destroyers—ramming damage reduced by 99%, with increased speed and maneuverability, and reduced 180-degree gun/torpedo turning times.

Summer Festival

The Summer Festival returns with Mediterranean vibes. Buy Doubloons to earn Summer Tokens, advance the progress bar, and unlock returning rare ships in the Armory.

• Summer Token rewards include Santa's Gift, Santa's Mega Gift, Santa's Ultra Gift, and Premium Ship V–IX containers.

• The new Wishing Wharf offers rare ships for Doubloons, including newcomer Italian Tier X Premium battleship Conte Verde, plus Nanning, Cambridge, Arkhangelsk, Royal Sovereign, Rhode Island, Suzuya, Tsurugi, Almirante Grau, and Cheshire.

• The first Italian submarine Tech Tree line has left Early Access and is now available to research.

This is just the beginning—so dive into Update 15.6 and experience everything firsthand! Read the full update article here:

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Here's an overview of the major highlights introduced in Update 15.5. Be sure to check out the full details on our website:

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250th Anniversary of U.S. Independence

July 4, 2026, marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Update 15.5 launches a large-scale celebration packed with new content and themed rewards you can earn just by playing.

Independence Day Gift

Fight a single battle of any kind during Update 15.5 to claim a special gift in the Armory.

• The new "We the People" permanent camouflage for Tier X ships.

• The new Pride of Philadelphia enemy destruction effect.

• 3x Artillery Chests.

The New York Port will also be decorated for this historic milestone for the duration of the update.

Dawn of a Nation Campaign

The centerpiece of Update 15.5's celebrations—a narrative campaign that follows the story of the American Revolution and rewards you just for playing.

• Four consecutive chapters, each unlocking weekly. Each follows the American Revolution from the perspective of a different character, with a special video inspired by famous paintings unlocking upon completion.

• Rewards include historical U.S. commanders John Glover and seasoned Commander John Paul Jones, the Thirteen Salvos and Pride of Philadelphia enemy destruction effects, the "We the People" permanent camouflage for Tier X ships, and the Betsy Ross flag.

• Final reward: Tier VIII Premium cruiser Congress. Owners receive 11,000 Doubloons as compensation.

• Extra levels reward 2x Dawn of a Nation collection containers per level. Completing the collection earns an achievement and the Minuteman permanent camouflage for Maine—the first permanent camouflage created specifically for a supership. Active players can complete it for free.

250 Years of Independence Event Pass

A standalone Event Pass dedicated to the memory of those who fought for American independence, with two progression lines of 15 levels each.

• First progression line: Commander Statue of Liberty (with an individual voiceover), 1x Artillery Chest, Stars 'n' Stripes permanent camouflage, and the Freedom permanent camouflage for Baltimore (final reward).

• Second progression line: Unlock for 2,500 Doubloons to immediately receive the "Go Navy!" permanent camouflage for Helena. Progress further to earn the Revolutionary permanent camouflage; U.S. Tier VI Premium battleship Arizona; the new Old North State permanent camouflage for North Carolina; and the new Thirteen Salvos enemy destruction effect (final reward).

• Extra levels reward 1x More Signals container (first line) or 1x Rare Bonuses container (second line) per level.

New U.S.-Themed Ships

Several new U.S.-themed ships and camouflages arrive with Update 15.5.

• Fort Worth (Tier IX Premium cruiser): Powerful main guns with a time-based Main Battery Reload Booster, slow but stealthy torpedoes, Surveillance Radar, and Hydroacoustic Search. A golden version is also available.

• Wisconsin Golden: Golden version of U.S. Tier X battleship Wisconsin.

• "White and Gold" permanent camouflage for Puerto Rico.

Early Access: Italian Submarines

The first-ever Italian Tier VIII and X submarines—Pietro Micca and Pietro Calvi—continue in Early Access, alongside their stylish permanent camouflages.

Decals

A brand-new ship customization feature launching in Update 15.5, inspired by the naval tradition of crews adorning their ships with mottos and symbols.

• Ships have mounting points on the bow, midship section, and stern. Each ship can mount up to six decals—three per side.

• Symbols go in the bow and stern slots; text decals are reserved for the midship slots.

• Available on Tier IX ships only in Update 15.5. Not compatible with camouflages that alter 3D models or use non-standard materials (e.g., golden or Black Friday camouflages).

• You can grab decals from Decal Premium containers, which are distributed as rewards for combat missions.

Clan Battles: Hammerhead

A new Clan Battles season codenamed "Hammerhead" commences this update. Check our patch notes for full details.

Dragon Boat Festival

Pan-Asian-themed event arriving with Update 15.5.

• Earn the Dragon Boat permanent camouflage, Commander Dragon Boat Racer, and the Good Luck Kite flag.

• Look for random bundles in the Armory for a chance at Tier IX battleship Sun Yat-Sen.

• New Tier IX cruiser Baotou: AP shells with reduced ricochet chance, deepwater torpedoes, and Torpedo Reload Booster with increased charges.

Asymmetric Battles Extended

You asked, and we listened! Thanks to community feedback, Asymmetric Battles will remain available for several more updates.

Shadow Mapping Improvements

• Softer shadows and decreased shadow jittering, particularly noticeable on Low and Medium presets.

• Decreased ghosting of the ambient occlusion effect.

• Shadow rendering quality simplified to four settings: Off, Low, Medium, and High.

This is just the beginning, so dive into Update 15.5 and experience everything firsthand. Read the full update article here:

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Here's an overview of the major highlights introduced in Update 15.4. Be sure to check out the full details on our website:

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Bounty Hunt: Bismarck

Inspired by the legendary 1941 pursuit of the iconic German battleship. Become a high-value Bounty or relentless Hunter to earn rewards.

• Bounties: Sail Tier VI+ battleships, cruisers, or destroyers with a Bounty Marker—claimable from special free random bundles in the Armory. The status lasts 24 hours or 5 battles.

• Hunters: Fight Random Battles playing any Tier V+ ship or supership and destroy enemies marked as Bounties (up to 3 confirmed targets per day).

• Earn Bounty Hunt Tokens to spend on the Hunt for Bismarck permanent camouflage, the "Hunt Continues" camouflage for King George V, the Last Sortie enemy destruction effect, and "The Hunt for Bismarck" collection containers.

• Bonus Tokens will be given for playing ships that took part in the historical hunt.

Hunt for Bismarck Wishing Wharf

Try your luck in this special Armory event for a chance to get Naval Legacy ship Eiserner Kanzler, based on Bismarck '41—with a battle-scarred hull from her last sortie. Other possible rewards include Tier VIII Bismarck '41, Tier VIII Prince of Wales, the "Hunt Continues" camouflage for Cossack, and the Rheinübung camouflage for Prinz Eugen. Owners of Eiserner Kanzler will gain access to the new four-piece Operation Rheinübung collection, rewarding Seasoned Commander Ernst Lindemann.

Early Access: Italian Submarines

Three new gun-toting Regia Marina submarines, Foca, Pietro Micca, and Pietro Calvi, surface during the update's second week.

• Armament highlights:

• Strong main batteries, SAP shells, and access to an improved Main Battery Reload Booster.

• Combat Instructions (charged by main gun hits) boost ship speed and torpedo reload time.

• Powerful torpedoes with decent range but slower maximum speed."

• The first submarines to feature Exhaust Smoke Generator; Tiers VIII and X have Repair Party at their disposal.

• High battery replenishment rate, balancing out a small dive capacity. Improved marked sector duration but with a longer sonar ping cooldown.

• New permanent camouflages for Pietro Micca, Pietro Calvi, and cruiser Ferrante Gonzaga.

Italian Submarines Event Pass

A standalone Event Pass with two progression lines of 15 levels each. Extra levels grant a More Signals container (first line) and Rare Bonuses container (second line).

• First progression line: Italian Commander Salvatore Capitano, the Fields of Tuscany permanent camouflage, 3 days of Warships Premium Account, and Italian Tier VI submarine Foca (final reward).

• _Second progression line: British historical Commander William Pakenham as an instant unlock; Hot Wind permanent camouflages for V. Cuniberti and L. Tarigo; German Tier VI Premium cruiser Leipzig; and the Remembering Skagerrak permanent camouflage for Leipzig (final reward).

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Balance Changes & Gameplay Improvements

Repair Party for Mid-Tier Cruisers

Most Tier VI–VIII cruisers gain access to the Repair Party consumable.

• Cruisers without Repair Party gain the consumable with 2 base charges; some that already had it now have 3 charges.

• On certain ships, Fighter or Spotting Aircraft will share a slot with another consumable so Repair Party can have its own dedicated slot; key bindings are updated accordingly.

• Belfast, Belfast '43, Bayard, and their variants will not receive Repair Party; Vrijheid and Congress retain their current 2 charges.

Time-Based Consumable Modifiers

_Select signal flags, upgrades, Commander skills, and talents now extend the total usage time of Smoke Generator, Engine Boost, Spotting Aircraft, Main Battery Reload Booster, and Repair Party.

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Ship Balance Changes

Several ships are being tuned based on combat data and player feedback. Full details are available on our Development Blog.

Clan UI Upgrades

The in-game Clan menu has been overhauled to bring key activities front and center.

• Revised the Clan Base main page, plus improved Hall of Fame and Clan Missions tabs.

• New Treasury tooltips show info about resources and how to obtain them.

• Updated Port notifications, Clan menu markers, "online" status in the Clan Members tab, and access to any Clan directly from a member's profile.

• Cooldown for changing Clans reduced from 3 days to 2 hours (Clan bonus and activity limitations still apply).

Final Stretch: Returning Content

• Dockyard ZH-1: Combat missions run through the first 3 weeks; the final week is Doubloons only. Dockyard is being removed with Update 15.5.

• Asymmetric Battles: Last Stand. Their final run before hiatus, with alternative scenarios as the new standard, lower bot HP and damage, and economic rewards adjusted by 15–20%.

• Warhammer 40,000 ships, Commanders, and permanent camouflages return for a limited engagement.

• Ranked Battles Season 29 begins; three new Brawls arrive, including a chaotic week-one setup with buffs to HP, speed, armament, reload, torpedo damage, and accuracy.

• Trade-In returns for the last 2 weeks with an expanded list of eligible ships.

This is just the beginning, so dive into Update 15.4 and experience everything firsthand. Read the full update article here:

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Captains!

Our 8th collaboration wave with the game Azur Lane has crashed over the World of Warships naval arenas! As is tradition, we’re welcoming the new arrivals with some free DLC for our Captains on Steam—dig in!

Free DLC

Two DLC packs are ripe for claiming: one grants a celebratory combat mission that will reward you with Tier III Premium Soviet cruiser AL Avrora and her corresponding Azur Lane Commander; the other will drop U.S. Tier V Premium cruiser Marblehead Lima into your Port. Unlock them now before time runs out!

New Azur Lane Content

The already impressive roster of Azur Lane ships from our previous collaborations has been expanded with six new ships—AL Marco Polo, AL Tashkent, AL Massachusetts, AL Shinano, AL Harbin, and AL Richelieu—as well as eight lovely new individually-voiced Commanders—Marco Polo, Tashkent, Massachusetts, Shinano, Harbin, Richelieu, Asashio, and Tallinn.

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This is an overview of the major highlights introduced in Update 15.3. Be sure to check out the full details on our website:

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Azur Lane: Wave 8

Azur Lane's Eighth Wave has crashed over the World of Warships naval arena!

• Six new Azur Lane ships: AL Marco Polo, AL Tashkent, AL Massachusetts, AL Shinano, AL Harbin, and AL Richelieu.

• Eight new Commanders with individual voiceovers: Marco Polo, Tashkent, Massachusetts, Shinano, Harbin, Richelieu, Asashio, and Tallinn.

• New permanent camouflages for Tallinn and Asashio, plus the "Azur Lane — Wisdom Cubes" permanent camouflage.

• New Azur Lane enemy destruction effect and a brand-new collection.

• Refreshed Azur Lane: Ocean Guardians Premium container contents.

Dockyard: ZH-1

Construct your own Tier IX German Premium destroyer—ZH-1—originally laid down as Dutch destroyer Gerard Callenburgh and captured by Germany in 1940.

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• Armament highlights:

• Unusual main battery layout: twin mount and single mount on the stern; twin-gun turret on the bow.

• HE shells with improved penetration; AP shells with higher damage potential.

• HE Airstrike: large squadron, significant damage, good penetration—but limited range and only one charge."

• Fast-reloading torpedoes with solid speed complement her defensive playstyle.

• Consumables: Short-Burst Smoke Generator, Hydroacoustic Search, and Engine Boost.

Dockyard Structure

• 20 phases total: 18 completable via combat missions; two require Doubloons (2,000 Doubloons each).

• Starter Packs: Two phases for 3,200 Doubloons or six phases for 7,800 Doubloons (available until four combat mission phases are completed).

• Combat missions run throughout Update 15.3 and the first 3 weeks of Update 15.4; final week is Doubloons only.

• The Dockyard will be removed when Update 15.5 arrives.

Update 15.3 Event Passes

Two standalone Event Passes, each with 15 levels. Extra levels grant a More Signals container (first line) or Rare Bonuses container (second line).

Golden Week Event Pass

A celebration inspired by Japanese heritage and spring traditions, running for 3 weeks and a day.

• First progression line: Spring Sky permanent camouflage, 3x Golden Week containers, Commander Masaru Tadamatsu, and the Japanese Castle permanent camouflage for Nagato (final reward).

• Second progression line: Japanese Castle permanent camouflage for Amagi, 2x Golden Week permanent camouflages, Japanese Tier VI Premium battleship Ise, and the Goldfall enemy destruction effect (final reward).

Battle of the Coral Sea Event Pass

Honoring one of the defining naval engagements of the Pacific Theater, running for 3 weeks.

• First progression line: Early Morning permanent camouflage, Monochrome enemy destruction effect, 3 days of Warships Premium Account, and Commander Robert E. Dixon (final reward).

• Second progression line: Dawn Harmony permanent camouflage for Shimanto, Commander Shigekazu Shimazaki, U.S. Tier VI Premium destroyer Monaghan, and the Underwater Explosion enemy destruction effect (final reward).

Objective Points

A new metric designed to give clearer insight into how your in-game decisions support your team's success.

• These Points are earned by destroying enemy ships and contributing to mode objectives (e.g., capturing or defending Key Areas in Domination mode).

• A live counter in the top-right corner of the screen tracks your Objective Points during battle.

• The Post-Battle Results screen now includes a dedicated breakdown of the actions that generated your Objective Points.

Map Rebalancing: Mountain Range

The long-serving Mountain Range map has received layout changes to improve gameplay flow and balance.

• Key Area A is now more accessible; Key Area B has been relocated.

• Terrain above and below water has been adjusted to improve cover and engagement options.

• Mountain Range in Operation Aegis will be updated in a future release.

Aircraft Carrier Changes

Improvements to the visibility logic of Patrol Fighters and their action zones.

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• New Patrol Fighter Zone Detection:

• Zone is detected if any enemy surface ship, submarine, or aircraft comes within 10 km of its border.

• Detection is line-of-sight independent—islands, smoke, and other obstacles no longer block it.

• Once detected by the enemy team, the zone remains visible for its full active duration."

• Previously, players had to detect the Patrol Fighter aircraft itself before the zone became visible, and losing sight of the plane also hid the zone.

• The flight animation of the Evasive Maneuvers consumable has been slightly updated.

This is just the beginning, so dive into Update 15.3 and experience everything firsthand. Read the full update article here:

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Here’s an overview of the major highlights introduced in Update 15.2. Be sure to check out the full details on our website:

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Sabaton Collaboration

Mark Friday the 13th—true metal legends are sailing in with epic style!

• Full collaboration with Sabaton featuring themed content and collectibles!

• Nationless Commander Joakim Brodén with an individual voiceover.

• Special livestream with a guest from the band, mystery drops, and an exclusive giveaway.

• Article and video with full details coming soon!

Operations Return Permanently

Three fan-favorite Operations are joining the standard roster for good!

• Arctic Convoy, Tokyo Express, and Pacific Offensive return from the "In the Name of Tomorrow" event.

• Tier VI–X ships and Superships allowed; nation restrictions removed.

• Submarines can now participate with standard Operations buffs.

• Two randomized secondary tasks per battle.

• Divisions of up to 7 players supported.

Event Pass: Battle of Cape Matapan

Commemorating the 85th anniversary of the historic Mediterranean clash.

• Dedicated to the Battle of Cape Matapan, which unfolded between the British and Italian fleets.

• First progression line: Union Jack permanent camouflage, "Resolute and Rapid" container, Force of Liberation camouflage for Jervis, and the glowing Ember Core permanent camouflage for Tier VII ships as the final reward.

• Second progression line (3,000 Doubloons): Blue Explosion destruction effect, 2x Regia Marina permanent camouflages, Tier VII Premium cruiser Fiume, Commander Domenico Folgore (10 skill points), and Legion camouflage for Vittorio Veneto as the final reward.

• Extra levels reward 1x More Signals container (first line) and 1x Rare Bonuses container (second line).

Aircraft Carrier Mechanics Update

Incremental improvements to carrier gameplay.

• Patrol Fighters Rework:

• Dispatch Patrol Fighters to a selected area via the Tactical Map while controlling aircraft.

• Defend allies or your carrier without redirecting your squadron.

• Arrival time can depend on distance; range limitations apply.

• New Consumable – Evasive Maneuvers:

• Replaces Repair consumable for aircraft.

• Temporarily reduces damage from AA and Fighters.

• Does not restore HP; timing is crucial.

• Activation clearly visible via AA UI and squadron animations.

• Manual Control Options:

• Fighters and Damage Control Party consumables can now be toggled between automatic and manual modes during battle.

User Interface Customization

More tools to sharpen your combat awareness.

• Increased Detectability Timer shows how long visibility remains elevated after firing main guns.

• Time to Victory Indicator predicts which team will win based on current scoring rate in Key Area modes.

• Both indicators can be toggled on or off.

• Expanded HUD and camera customization options in Settings.

• Additional crosshair indicators and damage-type counters available.

Map Updates

Improved flow and expanded battle options.

• Okinawa map rebalanced with island repositioning and spawn points moved closer to the center.

• Increased maneuvering space and faster engagement opportunities.

• Sunset Isles is now available in Ranked, Clan Battles, and Brawls.

• Brawls feature adjusted ship parameters for added variety.

Clan Battles: Season 33 – Blue Marlin

A brand-new season of Clan Battles is on the horizon, shaking things up with Tier VIII ships!

• Season 33, codenamed "Blue Marlin," features a 7v7 format with Tier VIII ships only.

• Ship Restrictions:

• Only battleships, cruisers, and destroyers allowed.

• Maximum of one battleship per team.

• Battle Days: Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday.

This is just the beginning, so dive into Update 15.2 and experience the metal, the history, and the improvements firsthand. Read the full update article here:

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Lunar New Year 2026: Gifts & Celebrations

Welcome the Year of the Fire Horse with rewards and festivities!

• Log in any time during Update 15.1 to receive your Lunar Gift bundle via the Update Navigator.

• You'll be able to choose one permanent Lunar-themed camouflage from a selection.

• Plus, you'll get two additional permanent camouflages; a pair of the new Lunar containers; and 1,500 Lunar Tokens.

• Missed the first login? No worries—the rewards will be available in the Update Navigator for the duration of Update 15.1!

Festive Calendar & Dragon Port

Double the rewards and soak in the celebration!

• Our Festive Calendar launches several days after the update and will remain available for more than 2 weeks.

• Open daily cards for extra gifts on top of your regular daily login rewards.

• You'll learn all about Lunar New Year traditions as you progress.

• Be sure to visit the updated Dragon Port, now featuring an imposing statue of the legendary Nian Beast.

Main Event: Nian Paradox

Choose Order or Chaos and shape the fate of time itself!

• The Nian Paradox event runs from Update 15.1 until the release of Update 15.3.

• Pledge allegiance to one of two coalitions:

• Defenders of Order, led by the dragon deity Zhulong.

• Adherents of Chaos, led by the malevolent Hundun.

• Each coalition offers multiple party progression tracks with varying difficulties and rewards.

• You'll be able to obtain Lunar Tokens through login gifts, daily bundles, and combat missions, and you may also get some if you participated in the Leaderboard events in the previous update.

• Spend Lunar Tokens or Coal to progress through the coalition tracks and unlock rewards.

• The event narrative will progress automatically as you advance, unlocking additional story rewards.

Nian Paradox Rewards & Containers

Mythical prizes await!

• Each party track offers rewards:

• A 10-skill-point Commander with an individual voiceover.

• 2–4 thematic Premium ships (Tier V–X depending on the track).

• Additional valuable items and bonuses.

• Up to 18 Premium ships are available across all the tracks.

• Defenders of Order and Adherents of Chaos Premium containers are among the event rewards.

• They can drop event ships or Pan-Asian ships, such as Incheon.

• They are currently the only way to obtain Nian's Treasure Premium containers, which can drop Messina, Yimeng, and Independencia.

Lunar New Year Event Pass

Celebrate with festive progression and excellent rewards!

• First progression line: New Year Beast flag, Prosperous Times and Bountiful Waters permanent camouflages, and Silk Sunrise permanent camouflage for Harbin.

• Second progression line (2,500 Doubloons): Pan-Asian Commander Nian (10 skill points; immediate reward for unlocking the line), Tier VII cruiser Eastern Dragon, Festive Fireworks enemy destruction effect, and the Dragon's Blessings permanent camouflage for Tier X ships.

• Extra levels reward 1x More Signals container (first line) or 1x Rare Bonuses container (second line).

Unbreakable Front

Respawns return, now with deeper tactics!

• Unbreakable Front is available throughout Update 15.1.

• Choose a respawn sector on your team's side of the map after destruction.

• Respawns occur within map boundaries for faster re-engagement.

• New win conditions:

• Capture the enemy base for instant victory.

• Reach 1,000 points by controlling Key Areas or sinking enemies.

• Select event consumables before battle with unique options for each ship type.

• 7v7 battles with Tier VIII–X ships; maximum one-tier matchmaking spread.

• Note: Unique Commander talents are disabled in Unbreakable Front for 15.1.

Improvements to Operations

More variety, better clarity, and improved replayability!

• Tier VIII and higher Operations now feature randomized secondary tasks.

• Two out of five secondary objectives are randomly selected from a pool of familiar and new tasks.

• Some of the new objectives involve minelaying cruisers, surveillance stations, and special Key Areas.

• Updated Operations UI:

• Tasks are now displayed on a contrasting background for visibility.

• Icons now match Minimap and mission targets.

• HP bars for key objectives have been improved.

Brawl Recalibration

Fresh twists on familiar chaos!

• First Brawl: Destroyers only, focused on torpedo combat.

• Second Brawl: Destroyers, cruisers, and battleships with a damage-to-heal mechanic.

• Third Brawl returns to a more traditional format.

Grand Trial – Public Test Challenge

We're in the final stretch of the year-long test event!

• The Winter Phase continues during Update 15.1.

• Main reward for Update 15.1:

• 1x Lunar New Year container.

• 1x Lunar New Year Premium container.

• Participate in both Public Test stages and complete tasks to earn Community Tokens and more.

"This update also marks a special moment for our update videos.

After guiding us through countless updates, Update 15.1 is Boggzy's final update video as host. We want to thank him for all the energy, humor, and passion he's brought to every episode while wishing him nothing but the best in what comes next. If you've enjoyed his content, be sure to watch his final update video in its entirety and leave him some well-earned love in the comments 💙

Read the full Update 15.1 article here:

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