# World of Warships Update 15.2 | Sabaton, Cape Matapan Event Pass, Carrier Updates, and More!

- Product: World of Warships (https://whatsnew.fyi/product/world-of-warships)
- Vendor: Wargaming Group Limited
- Date: 2026-03-11
- Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/552990/view/529874048900923420
- Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/world-of-warships/releases/2026-03-11-update-15.2-sabaton-cape-matapan-event-pass-carri

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- **added** — Sabaton collaboration featuring themed content, collectibles, nationless Commander Joakim Brodén with individual voiceover, and special livestream with mystery drops and exclusive giveaway
- **added** — Arctic Convoy, Tokyo Express, and Pacific Offensive Operations return permanently to the standard roster
- **added** — Submarines can now participate in Operations with standard Operations buffs
- **added** — Divisions of up to 7 players supported in Operations
- **added** — Battle of Cape Matapan Event Pass with two progression lines offering permanent camouflages, containers, destruction effects, Tier VII Premium cruiser Fiume, Commander Domenico Folgore, and other rewards
- **added** — Patrol Fighters can be dispatched to a selected area via Tactical Map while controlling aircraft to defend allies or your carrier without redirecting your squadron
- **added** — New Evasive Maneuvers consumable for aircraft that temporarily reduces damage from AA and Fighters
- **added** — Fighters and Damage Control Party consumables can now be toggled between automatic and manual modes during battle
- **added** — Increased Detectability Timer shows how long visibility remains elevated after firing main guns
- **added** — Time to Victory Indicator predicts which team will win based on current scoring rate in Key Area modes
- **added** — Expanded HUD and camera customization options in Settings with additional crosshair indicators and damage-type counters
- **added** — Sunset Isles is now available in Ranked, Clan Battles, and Brawls
- **added** — Clan Battles Season 33 Blue Marlin features 7v7 format with Tier VIII ships only, battleships and cruisers and destroyers allowed with maximum of one battleship per team, available Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
- **changed** — Operations now allow Tier VI–X ships and Superships with nation restrictions removed
- **changed** — Operations now feature two randomized secondary tasks per battle
- **changed** — Evasive Maneuvers replaces Repair consumable for aircraft
- **changed** — Okinawa map rebalanced with island repositioning and spawn points moved closer to the center for increased maneuvering space and faster engagement opportunities
- **changed** — Brawls feature adjusted ship parameters for added variety

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.
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