From Press Release:
May 26, 2026 — Wargaming is proud to announce the release of its new standalone free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter, World of Tanks: HEAT. Built from the ground up on a proprietary engine, the game delivers fast-paced armored combat with a diverse roster of unique Agents and a wide selection of experimental vehicles.
World of Tanks: HEAT is available across PC (Wargaming Game Center and Steam), Steam Deck, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and NVIDIA GeForce NOW, supporting full cross-platform play and progression.
“Launching HEAT is a huge milestone for us, but in many ways, this is only the beginning,” said Artyom Yantsevich, Product Director. “I want to thank our team, as well as our players for helping bring HEAT to life. We’re excited for what’s ahead and can’t wait to grow HEAT together.”
The action kicks off with the Launch Season, featuring five free weekly Battle Passes, five tanks, and plenty of rewards. Players begin their journey with three Agents – Chopper (Defender, M1E1), Kent (Assault, XM1 90), and Hound (Marksman, Leo 1A6A1). The remaining five Agents, along with their tanks, can be unlocked progressively through Season’s free weekly Battle Passes.
At launch, players can expect:
Eight Agents: Three battlefield roles – Defender, Assault, and Marksman. Each Agent commands a lethal two-vehicle roster, with each vehicle tailored to its role in combat.
Fifteen vehicles: Every vehicle supports a different playstyle and can be fully customized through modules and equipment. Whether holding the frontline or striking from a distance, there’s a tank that is ready for the job.
Eight maps: The battlefields span a wide range of biomes, settings, and visual styles, each designed to support multiple playstyles across game modes.
Four PvP modes: Hardpoint, Control, Kill Confirmed, and Conquest are available.
Below are the required specs to get the most out of your PC play experience:
Minimum
Recommended
OS: Windows® 10 64 Bit (latest update)
Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-4670K or AMD Ryzen™ 3 2200G
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce® GTX 1050 (2GB), AMD Radeon™ RX 560 (2 GB), or Intel® Arc™ A310 (4 GB)
DirectX: Version 12
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 60 GB available space
Additional Notes: Targets 1080p / 60 FPS on minimum settings using upscaling in Performance mode (DLSS / XeSS / FSR). Heavy gameplay load may sometimes affect performance. SSD recommended for optimal performance
OS: Windows® 10 64 Bit (latest update)
Processor: Intel® Core™ i7-8700K or AMD Ryzen™ 5 5600X
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (6 GB), AMD Radeon™ RX 5600XT (6 GB), or Intel® Arc™ A750 (6 GB)
DirectX: Version 12
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 60 GB available space
Additional Notes: Targets 1080p / 60 FPS on maximum settings using upscaling (e.g. DLSS Quality or FSR Ultra Quality). Heavy gameplay load may sometimes affect performance. SSD required.
Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 offer a default Performance Mode targeting 60 FPS at 4K output with dynamic internal resolution scaling up to 1080p, as well as a Quality Mode targeting 30 FPS at 4K output with a higher internal resolution ceiling for improved image clarity.
Xbox Series S targets 60 FPS at 1080p output, while Steam Deck offers both 60 FPS Performance and 30 FPS Quality presets at 1280 × 800, specifically tuned for handheld play.
PlayStation 5 Pro features dedicated Performance Pro and Quality Pro modes using PSSR upscaling. Performance Pro targets 60 FPS at 4K output with dynamic internal resolution scaling up to 1440p, while Quality Pro targets 30 FPS and delivers the highest visual settings available on consoles.
For more information, please visit the World of Tanks: HEAT page https://wotheat.com.
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About World of Tanks: HEAT
World of Tanks: HEAT is a cross-platform, free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter where players command hero-enhanced tanks in fast-paced battles. The game takes place within an alternative timeline after WWII, with players battling using specialized tech. Built on Wargaming’s proprietary engine, the game delivers stunning graphics and dynamic gameplay.
Official website: https://wotheat.com.
About Wargaming
Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has grown to become one of the leaders in the gaming industry. Millions of players enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include hit free-to-play franchises – World of Tanks and World of Warships.
Official website: https://wargaming.com/en/.
