Here’s the full overall description of everything new in Update 6.3:
Collection Book
The Collection Book is an exciting new addition that invites players to embark on a historical journey and showcase their collection in the game. It's a dedicated place where players can collect and register their acquired ships, Commanders, and Ports. By meeting specific registration requirements and reaching milestones, players can earn unique rewards.
The Collection Book will be regularly updated with new pages, providing ongoing opportunities for players to collect and register a wide range of in-game items. The historical approach of this feature will allow players to delve into the game's rich historical context and showcase their progress and achievements in an immersive and rewarding manner.
Update 6.3 will start with the "Grand Fleet" and "History of Battleships" pages.
Grand Fleet: The Grand Fleet collection pays tribute to a truly remarkable chapter in naval history. The Grand Fleet reigned supreme as the most formidable naval force in the world, embodying British naval prowess on a global scale.
Players will be able to obtain the following rewards:
- Milestone 1 (2 items): Epic Commander John Fisher
- Milestone 2 (6 items): Special title — First Lord
- Milestone 3 (8 items): Portrait frame — Grand Fleet
Required ships
- British Tier V cruiser Hawkins
- British Tier V battleship Iron Duke
- British Tier VI aircraft carrier Furious
- British Tier VI battlecruiser Renown
- British Tier VI battleship Repulse
- British Tier VI battleship Warspite
Required Commanders
- British Legendary Commander John Jellicoe
- British Legendary Commander David Beatty
History of Battleships: The History of Battleships collection pays homage to a remarkable chapter in naval warfare. It showcases battleships that not only possess significant historical relevance but also demonstrate exceptional technical prowess.
Players will be able to obtain the following rewards:
- Milestone 1 (2 items): Special title — Collector
- Milestone 2 (6 items): Legendary Commander Horatio Nelson
- Milestone 3 (8 items): Portrait frame — History of Battleships
Required ships
- British Tier III battleship Dreadnought
- German Tier V battleship König
- British Tier VI battleship Warspite
- British Tier VII battleship Nelson
- British Tier VIII battleship Vanguard
- French Tier VIII battleship Richelieu
- American Tier IX battleship Iowa
- Japanese Tier X battleship Yamato
Unique Titles and Portrait Frames
In addition to the Collection Book, we're introducing special titles that are exclusive to Collection Book pages and upcoming events. Players can earn these unique titles by completing specific milestones within the Collection Book. These special titles serve as prestigious achievements and recognition of player progress and dedication to collecting and registering various in-game items.
Additionally, we've introduced portrait frames to the game. These frames can be equipped to encircle the player's portrait, allowing for customization and personalization of player profiles. Players will be free to change their portrait frames from the "Frames" menu within the game itself. By doing so, they can add a touch of individuality and style to their in-game identities.
Display of Anti-Aircraft Range on Minimap
Players can now view the anti-aircraft range directly on the Minimap. This display provides valuable information by showing the area within which their AA systems will activate and engage enemy aircraft. By having this visual representation on the Minimap, players can make more informed decisions and effectively coordinate their defense against airborne threats.
Please note: The air defense range indicator can be turned off in the Settings. The range indicator is only visible if enemy aircraft are present in the match.
New Commander Skill: Naval Bill
Earn more XP and Silver from every battle.
- +8% XP in battle
- +8% Silver in battle
New Blitz Squad Member
A new Blitz Squad member has arrived—please welcome Fleur! The new Commander takes the helm of French Tier VII cruiser Toulon—a project of a "battleship with a displacement of 17,500 tons"—and also features an associated camouflage and portrait.
New Techline Addition
British Tier III battleship Indefatigable
The Invincible-class ships suffered from limited aiming angles for their side turrets, so the turrets of the next three battlecruisers were distributed in a more versatile way. HMS Indefatigable was laid down in 1909 and commissioned in 1911 as part of the 1st Battlecruiser Squadron. In 1913, the ship was transferred to the Mediterranean, where she helped track battlecruiser Goeben and took part in the Dardanelles campaign. In 1915, Indefatigable returned to the Home Fleet. The following year, she sank during the Battle of Jutland after her magazine detonated.
British Tier IV battleship Queen Mary
The project for a third trio of British battlecruisers with 343 mm guns was based on the Orion-class battleships. The third ship of the series—HMS Queen Mary—was built as part of the 1910 program. She entered service as part of the 1st Battlecruiser Squadron in 1913 and took part in the Battle of Heligoland Bight in 1914. The ship sank during the Battle of Jutland after her magazines detonated as a result of coming under focused fire from the German ships.
British Tier V battleship Tiger
In January 1911, Japan placed an order with Great Britain to design and build a battlecruiser named Kongō. She happened to be more powerful than all the British ones, so a similar project was chosen as the basis for building a British battlecruiser under the 1911 program. HMS Tiger was laid down in 1912 and joined the 1st Battlecruiser Squadron in 1914. The ship participated in both the Battle at Dogger Bank and the Battle of Jutland, where she took 21 hits and suffered severe damage.
British Tier VI battleship Renown
Having returned to the post of First Sea Lord, Admiral Fisher lobbied for the construction of two battlecruisers—Repulse and Renown. HMS Renown was put afloat in 1916 and entered service the same year. During World War II, the ship participated in the hunt for German raiders Graf Spee and Bismarck. She was also involved in the Norwegian campaign; escorted Maltese convoys; covered the landing of Allied forces in North Africa; and was used for diplomatic purposes, transporting Winston Churchill. In 1944, she took part in the final stage of the war as part of the Eastern Fleet.
British Tier VII battleship Rooke
Battlecruiser designs K2 and K3, presented in 1920, were deemed unsuitable due to their enormous dimensions. Later, the designers presented Project J3—a smaller version of the ship armed with nine 381 mm guns housed in three turrets. Her displacement had been reduced by 10,000 tons. Such a ship could use any dock suitable for Hood and pass through the Suez and Panama Canals.
British Tier VIII battleship Hawke
After World War I, the British Admiralty continued working on new battlecruiser projects. The most modern ship of this class—Hood—was used as the basis for these projects during the design process. In 1920, two projects were presented—K2 and K3—but they were deemed too large. A proposal was made to reduce the caliber to 406 mm, which would help reduce the dimensions, but the Admiralty rejected this idea and the project was never implemented.
British Tier IX battleship Duncan
The further development of the 1920 battlecruiser became project G3. It differed from its predecessor by having a smaller main gun caliber of 419 mm, shorter length, and smaller displacement. In early 1921, the project was redesigned to enhance the armor at the expense of its speed and main caliber characteristics. In October of the same year, the construction of four ships under this project was ordered, but it was suspended amid the start of the Washington Naval Conference. Following its results, the construction order was canceled.
British Tier X battleship St. Vincent
In November 1920, the further development of the battlecruiser project was presented—project I3. It fundamentally differed from its predecessors: the main armament was concentrated at the bow of the ship, and the propulsion unit was moved to the stern. This allowed the magazines to be placed in the widest part of the ship. It was projected to be faster than its predecessors; however, the displacement and size of the ship didn't suit the Admiralty, so the project was sent back to the drawing board.
New Premium Ships
Soviet Tier V cruiser Mikoyan
In the summer of 1932, a Soviet commission was sent to Italy as part of joint naval incentive to find a ship that would serve as the basis for a Soviet light cruiser project. Raimondo Montecuccoli was chosen as the prototype. The first draft design based on this ship incorporated six 180 mm guns. Eventually, the development of this project led to the emergence of the Project 26 cruiser.
Italian Tier VII destroyer FR25
The Guépard class was a group of large destroyers built for the French Navy between 1927 and 1931. Similar to the previous Jaguar class, they had a larger hull with slightly improved speed and 139 mm guns of a new design. Several of the Guépard class destroyers were scuttled during the sinking of the French Fleet at Toulon in November of 1942. FR25 would have been one of these that the Italians attempted to raise and refurbish for use in their own Navy, but they weren't able to achieve this before the end of the war.
German Tier VIII battleship Anhalt
A battleship with an unconventional layout design, armed with 15 main battery guns and 700 mm torpedo launchers.
American Tier IX cruiser Vallejo
A project variant that preceded the creation of the Worcester-class cruisers. The main armament comprises ten 152 mm dual-purpose guns housed in five turrets.
German Tier X destroyer Z-42
A variant of the Type 1936B destroyer project. Unlike other ships in the series, she's armed with dual-purpose main battery guns consisting of 105 mm twin-gun mounts.
Soviet Tier X cruiser Sevastopol
A large artillery ship (Project 69I) with technical characteristics close to high-speed "small battleships." The ship's main battery is represented by German-built 380 mm guns.
Japanese Tier VI battleship Black Fusō
Fusō was a super-dreadnought built independently by Japan. The design focused on heavy firepower, with twelve 356 mm guns housed in twin-gun turrets, but her speed and defenses were inferior.
Italian Tier VIII battleship Black Vittorio Veneto
A series of new-generation Italian battleships. They stood out for their good anti-torpedo protection and, at the time of their entry into service, for being among the fastest battleships in the world.
Unique Camouflages
- Fleur for Toulon
- Space for Öland
- Space for Akizuki
- Space for Amagi
- Glorious Fortress for Sevastopol
- Iron Cross for Z-42
- Freedom for Vallejo
- Sea Legends for Anhalt
- Golden Sun for FR25
- Soviet for Mikoyan
Epic Commanders
[Epic] British Commander John Fisher
- Generalist+
- Naval Bill
[Epic] Soviet Commander Lev Galler
- High Alert+
- Survivalist+
[Epic] Italian Commander Lorenzo Barbieri
- Swift as the Wind
- High-Loading-Density Gun Propellant Charge
[Epic] French Commander Fleur
- Engine Overload+
- Adrenaline Rush+
[Epic] French Commander Léa - Summer Breeze
- Daredevil+
- Master Reloader+
[Epic] German Commander Hildegard - Summer Breeze
- Survivalist+
- Close Quarters Combat Expert+
Additional Information
- Weekly and monthly Premium subscriptions have been revamped. All players with active monthly subscriptions will receive the missing items from the new content by mail.
- Ranked Adjustments: Players ranked first, second, and third will no longer be penalized and lose ranking points upon a loss in battle.
- Smoke VFX/Interaction reviewed and adjustments made.
- The maps Fault Line and The Atlantic have been temporarily disabled.
Ship Balancing
Japanese Tier VIII destroyer Akizuki
- Torpedo reload reduced from 75 to 67.5 seconds.
Japanese Tier IX destroyer Kitakaze
- Torpedo reload reduced from 100 to 90 seconds.
- Main battery shell dispersion adjusted by –7%.
- Added Air Defense Alert skill I x2.
Japanese Tier X destroyer Harugumo
- HP increased from 18,300 to 19,800.
- Torpedo reload reduced from 100 to 90 seconds.
- Main battery shell dispersion adjusted by –7%.
- Added Air Defense Alert I x2 skill.
German Tier IX destroyer ZF6
- HP increased from 14,600 to 15,000.
- Main battery firing range increased from 7.68 to 7.98 km.
- Torpedo range increased from 7.2 to 8.1 km.
- Engine Accelerator I charges adjusted from 2 to 3.
German Tier IX destroyer Felix Schultz
- HP increased from 18,700 to 19,000.
German Tier X destroyer Elbing
- HP increased from 21,500 to 22,600.
Italian Tier X destroyer Attilio Regolo
- HP increased from 19,600 to 20,100.
French Tier X cruiser Marseille
- Main battery reload time reduced from 18 to 17 seconds.
- Main battery shell dispersion adjusted by –10%.
- Main battery firing range increased from 12.3 to 12.48 km.
Pan-Asian Tier VII cruiser Chumphon
- Main battery reload time increased from 6 to 6.3 seconds.
- Torpedo range reduced from 8.1 to 7.8 km.
Pan-Asian Tier VIII cruiser Harbin
- Main battery reload time increased from 5.5 to 5.8 seconds.
- Torpedo range reduced from 9 to 8.4 km.
- Concealment adjusted from 7.8 to 8.28 km.
- Fuel Smoke II replaced with Fuel Smoke I.
Pan-Asian Tier IX cruiser Sejong
- Concealment adjusted from 7.98 to 8.4 km.
Pan-Asian Tier X cruiser Jinan
- Main battery reload time increased from 3.5 to 3.7 seconds.
- Concealment adjusted from 8.28 to 9 km.
- Air Defense Alert IV replaced with Air Defense Alert III.
Soviet Tier X aircraft carrier Admiral Nakhimov
- Dive bomber capacity increased from 30 to 35.
- Dive bomber bomb dispersion adjusted by –7%.
- Torpedo bomber capacity increased from 40 to 45.
American Tier VIII cruiser San Diego
- Main battery firing range increased from 9.12 to 9.72 km.
- Smoke Generator I replaced with Smoke Generator II.