Update 7.3 Patch Notes – World of Warships Blitz

Here's everything you can expect in Update 7.3.

Introducing Our New Logo:

As part of our ongoing efforts to refresh and innovate, we're proud to unveil our brand-new logo, which symbolizes our commitment to evolving alongside our community.
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Surveys

In this update, we've decided to enhance our new survey project and make it directly available from the main Port! To participate, just click the survey icon when the event is open.

Enhanced Gun Sounds

We have upgraded our gun sounds to deliver a more realistic and impactful audio experience. Players will now hear a remarkable, reverberating echo from the shells, adding a new layer of immersion to every battle.

Improved Map Rotation System

We've made changes to how maps are selected for battles. As we continue to introduce vibrant new maps to the game, we want to ensure they are seen and enjoyed by all players. This update allows us to adjust the frequency of map appearances to feature our newest and most exciting maps more often.

New Philippines Port

The brand-new Philippines Port captures the rich and diverse culture of the Philippines, and features a stunning landscape. Experience the unique charm and hospitality of the Philippines with this vibrant, bustling Port.

Choice Boxes Added to More Events

We first introduced Choice Boxes in the Blitz Pass, and received overwhelmingly positive feedback. It's clear that players want the ability to choose their own rewards, which is why we have decided to introduce Choice Boxes to Victory Blitz Events and Blitz Challenges.

New Techline Additions

Japanese Tier VIII battleship Yumihari
After the Russo-Japanese War, Japan adopted the Eight-Eight Fleet Program, stipulating that the navy should consist of eight battleships and eight high-speed armored cruisers. This plan underwent a number of changes. For example, the intended armored cruisers were replaced by battlecruisers, and the number of required ships was reduced. However, after the outbreak of World War I, Japan began to construct new ships. Their battlecruiser project became the Kongō class of ships, with the Amagi class of battlecruisers developed slightly later.

Japanese Tier IX battleship Adatara
Following the announcement of an ambitious shipbuilding program by the U.S. in 1919, Japan reconsidered the plans for the development of its Navy and gave the order to build four more battleships and four more battlecruisers. Thirteen variants of battleships and battlecruisers were presented. Project A was selected as the Kii-class battleship, and Project K was used for the battlecruiser. Construction was meant to start in 1922, but the battlecruisers were never laid down in the aftermath of the Washington Naval Conference.

Japanese Tier X battleship Bungo
After revising the development plan of the Japanese Navy, new battleships and battlecruisers were ordered, which is how Project L emerged—an expanded version of Project A that became the Kii class. She also had five main battery turrets housing 457 mm guns. However, the project's displacement exceeded that of the Kii class by 9,000 tons, resulting in a cost surge. The emergence of both the Kii class and the mentioned ships was prevented by the Washington Naval Conference, resulting in a temporary ban on the construction of battleships and limiting their total tonnage.

The Japanese Battleship Techline will be available in Early Access in late August.

New Premium Ships

Spanish Tier VIII cruiser Numancia
One of the variants of the Washington cruiser project, proposed to the Spanish Navy by the Vickers-Armstrongs company, and based on the Emerald-class hull but equipped with seven 203 mm guns in one (bow) three-gun and two twin-gun turrets. A linear arrangement of the boiler and engine rooms was adopted to ensure space saving for the propulsion unit. The ship was supposed to be faster than her original and have a catapult; however, preference was given to the project variant, which became the basis for the Baleares class of ships.

German Tier VII battleship Scharnhorst ‘43
The lead ship in a series of two battleships designed for raiding operations entered service a few months before the outbreak of World War II. Scharnhorst conducted her first battle raid in November 1939, followed by support for a landing in Norway, a raid into the Atlantic Ocean, and a breakthrough across the English Channel. In 1943, the battleship was transferred to Norway to attack enemy Arctic convoys. On December 26, 1943, Scharnhorst, flying Rear Admiral Erich Bey's flag, was sunk in battle by an Allied squadron off the North Cape.

French Tier VIII destroyer Hoche
Z25 was completed in 1940, built as one of 15 Type 1936A destroyers. She spent much of her service during World War II escorting German ships. However, in early 1946, following the war, she was allocated to France as part of reparations and renamed Hoche. After a series of reconstructions, she was later converted into a fast destroyer escort before eventually being decommissioned in 1956.

American Tier X destroyer Edson
USS Edson (DD-946) is a Forrest Sherman-class destroyer commissioned in 1958. She served mainly in the Western Pacific and Far East. The ship was decommissioned in 1988 and later became a museum ship in Bay City, Michigan, in 2004.

British Tier IX battleship Black Lion
Construction of Lion-class battleships started before World War II, but none was ever completed. The ships would have had a displacement of over 40,000 tons, an excellent propulsion system, and would have carried 419 mm main guns mounted in three triple turrets.

American Tier VII cruiser Black Brooklyn
The Brooklyn-class light cruisers carried more heavy-caliber guns than any other cruiser in the U.S. Navy: five triple 152 mm guns capable of delivering severe damage.

In addition to these Premium ships, more unique ships will become available during the Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova- and Megadeth collaboration events.

Unique Camouflages

Mount Fuji Sunrise for Yumihari
Kuraokami for Adatara
Mizuchi for Bungo
Special for Scharnhorst ‘43
Steel Rat for Hoche
Free Wind for Numancia
Shark Attack for Edson
Mid-Autumn Festival for Kaga, Prinz Eugen, Dunkerque, and Warspite
ARP Takao (Red) for Takao

Epic Commanders

ARP Kirishima
ARP Yamato
WoWoNiang (France)
WoWoNiang (America)
Dave Mustaine
Vincent (France)
Bertha (Germany)

Legendary Commanders

ARP Iona
ARP Gunzo Chihaya

New Cosmetics

Portraits

ARP Iona
ARP Gunzo Chihaya
ARP Kirishima
ARP Yamato
ARP Kongō
ARP Maya
ARP Myōkō
ARP Nachi
WoWoNiang (5 different nations)
Rattlehead
Dave Mustaine
Fritz
Fritz (Legend)
Bertha
Bertha (Top 100)
Vincent
Vincent (Top 100)
Margot
Margot (Legend)
Chang’e
Hou Yi
Kaguya

Frames

Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova- (obtainable during a limited-time event)
WoWoNiang (obtainable during a limited-time event)
Megadeth (obtainable during a limited-time event)
La Fête (obtainable during a limited-time event)
Oktoberfest ‘24 (obtainable from the September Blitz Pass)
Operation Pedestal (obtainable from the “Operation Pedestal” Collection Book)
Wargaming’s 26th Anniversary (obtainable from the “Wargaming’s 26th Anniversary Collection“ Book)

Titles

The Fog Fleet (obtainable during a limited-time event)
WoWoNiang (obtainable during a limited-time event)
Megadeth (obtainable during a limited-time event)
Comeback Master (obtainable from the Update 7.3 Gift Package)
Loyal One (obtainable from the Friend Referral System)
Bond Builder (obtainable from the Friend Referral System)
Viveur Éternel (obtainable from the August Blitz Pass)
Pretzelmeister (obtainable from the September Blitz Pass)

New Collection Book Pages

Operation Pedestal: The situation in the Mediterranean in early 1942 was bleak for the Allies. Germans had pushed their ground forces back from Gazala to El Alamein in North Africa, granting the Axis control of most of the Mediterranean coastline. Their success in Africa stemmed from the uninterrupted flow of materiel and supplies from Italy, and the frightening prospect of them gaining complete control over the region was becoming increasingly real. However, the Allies had one last hope: Malta, an island strategically situated to disrupt vital Axis supply routes. This candle in the darkness had the potential to heavily impact the Axis war effort, but the island was under massive blockade by fascists aware of its potential. As a result, Malta faced dire shortages of essential supplies, exacerbating the already precarious situation for the Allies. In the face of this, the Allies acted decisively and initiated Operation Pedestal. Its aim? Resupply Fortress Malta, whatever the cost.

Players will be able to obtain the following rewards:

Milestone 1 (2 items): Exclusive Title – “Knight of Malta”
Milestone 2 (4 items): Unique Portrait – Harold Burrough
Milestone 3 (7 items): Exclusive Frame – “Operation Pedestal”

Required Content

British Tier X Premium aircraft carrier Eagle
British Tier VIII Premium cruiser Indomitable
British Tier VII Premium battleship Rodney
British Tier VII Premium battleship Nelson
British Tier VI Premium cruiser Sirius
British Tier VI aircraft carrier Furious
British Tier VI destroyer Icarus

Wargaming’s 26th Anniversary: Celebrate Wargaming's 26th Anniversary with our exclusive Collection Book! This special edition features legendary ships from Techlines released during previous anniversary celebrations. Dive into naval history and collect iconic vessels such as German battleships Zieten, Schlieffen, Bismarck, and Großer Kurfürst, along with formidable American cruisers Cleveland and Worcester. Complete your collection to unlock celebratory rewards and commemorate this milestone with us. Join the festivities and set sail for glory!

Players will be able to obtain the following rewards:

Milestone 1 (1 item): Exclusive Title – “Jolly Roger”
Milestone 2 (3 items): Exclusive Frame – “Wargaming’s 26th Anniversary”
Milestone 3 (6 items): Unique Portrait – Albert Maurer

Required Content

German Tier VIII battleship Zieten
German Tier X battleship Schlieffen
German Tier VIII battleship Bismarck
German Tier X battleship Großer Kurfürst
American Tier VIII cruiser Cleveland
American Tier X cruiser Worcester

Both new Collection Book pages will become available in August.

Daily Login Rewards Update

August: Prepare to navigate the seas with distinction! Command British Tier III Premium destroyer Campbeltown and adorn your ships with the WG25 timed camouflage. As a special treat, you'll also receive the exclusive Maid of Orleans portrait to commemorate your valiant efforts.

September: As summer winds down, gear up for legendary naval battles! Lead your ships with the distinguished portrait of Winston Churchill and equip your ships with the fearsome Megalodon's Fury timed camouflage. To top it off, you'll be joined by British Epic Commander John Fisher, ready to guide you to victory on the high seas.

Additional Information

Refreshed Loading Screens: We've updated our loading screens to feature designs tailored to specific events and collaborations.

Voiceover Subcategories: To improve audio customization, we've introduced subcategories for voiceovers, allowing players to better manage their choices.

Configurable Aircraft Detection Range: Players can now adjust the "Aircraft Detection Range" setting in the settings menu for a more controlled experience.

Italian Ships Bot Damage Nerf: We have nerfed the damage capabilities of Italian ship bots to ensure better game balance and fairer matches.

Bug Fixes

- American Tier IX Limited destroyer Black Fletcher: Fixed an issue where using the Torpedo Reload skill could occasionally result in missing damage.
- Pan-Asian Tier X destroyer Lüshun: Fixed an issue where using the Torpedo Reload skill could occasionally result in missing damage.

Collaborations

Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova-

Prepare for an exciting collaboration between World of Warships Blitz and Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova-!

The "Fog Fleet" flagships are here, featuring Tier X ARP Yamato, Tier VIII ARP Maya, Tier VII ARP Myōkō and ARP Nachi, and Tier V ARP Kirishima and ARP Kongō!

Discover special skills based on ship type, and lead the helm with their Commanders Iona, Gunzo Chihaya, Kirishima, Yamato, Kongō, Maya, Myōkō, and Nachi!

And that's not all! You can also obtain a unique frame and title to make the most of this epic collaboration.

Want to learn more about Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova-? Keep reading below!

Arpeggio of Blue Steel is an anime series based on the manga of the same name, set in the near future where the oceans of the world have been taken over by a mysterious force called the Fog Fleet. This mysterious and invincible fleet is made up of ships that imitate the appearance of real-life ships from the early 20th century, such as Kongō and Kirishima, and are equipped with mysterious super weapons.

Led by flagship Yamato, the Fog Fleet reigns the ocean with overwhelming military power. They maintain a blockade, preventing humans from going out to sea, and mercilessly sinking anyone who tries. As a result, countries around the world, including Japan, are cut off from communication and are gradually becoming more and more isolated.

Each ship in the Fog Fleet is commanded by a so-called "Mental Model" that imitates a human form. The story begins when Iona, the Mental Model of Japanese submarine I-401, receives an order to meet Gunzo Chihaya and bring him on board the ship.

WoWoNiang

WoWoNiang is a cat shark from another world, with a deep connection to the navy. Determined to prevent a global catastrophe, she came to World of Warships to become a heroic commander and save the day! Since then, WoWoNiang has slowly grown into a skilled naval Commander, mastering the art of conventional weaponry and learning to optimize naval strategies. She firmly believes that with enough warship spirit, the sea guardians can unite to defend the world together!

Megadeth

The legendary band Megadeth is bursting into World of Warships under the deafening sounds of intense battles and naval artillery! Get ready to meet Commanders Dave Mustaine and Rattlehead, powerful cruiser Rattlehead, and much more!

Megadeth® is a federal registered trademark of Dave Mustaine, used with permission.

Upcoming Events

August:

Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova- Collaboration: Fog Fleet content will be obtainable until the middle of August!
WoWoNiang: Celebrate with special events and rewards featuring WoWoNiang.
Megadeth: Rock on with Megadeth-themed events and exclusive in-game items.
Wargaming Anniversary Celebrations: Join us for Wargaming's 26th Anniversary, featuring special activities and a commemorative Blitz Pass.
Early Access for Japanese battleships: Get an early look at the formidable new Japanese battleships.

September:

Mid-Autumn Festival Celebrations: Enjoy themed events and rewards as we celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Oktoberfest-themed Blitz Pass: Raise your steins and embark on Oktoberfest-themed missions with a festive Blitz Pass.

Legendary Equipment

French Tier X battleship République

Maximum main battery dispersion: -12%
Minimum main battery dispersion: -12%
Main battery survivability: -15%

German Tier X battleship Großer Kurfürst

Main battery reload time: -10%
Secondary battery reload time: -15%
Secondary battery (auto) reload time: -15%
Main battery firing range: -7%

Ship Balancing

Tier IX cruiser Carnot

Added secondary guns to the "Upgrade" tab of the ship specifications.

Tier IX cruiser Dalian

Replaced secondary guns with torpedoes on the "Upgrade" tab of the ship specifications.

Tier X cruiser Smolensk

Replaced secondary guns with torpedoes on the "Upgrade" tab of the ship specifications.

Tier X aircraft carrier Eagle

Dive Bombers: Chance of critical damage increased from 0% to 0.33%. Chance of setting fire decreased from 0.1% to 0%

Italian Cruisers: Increased Survivability

Tier VII cruiser Zara

HP increased from 26,000 to 27,300

Tier VII cruiser Gorizia

HP increased from 26,000 to 27,300

Tier VII cruiser Duca degli Abruzzi

HP increased from 24,200 to 25,400

Tier VIII cruiser Amalfi

HP increased from 27,500 to 28,900. Damage reduction increased from 0.09 to 0.105

Tier VIII cruiser Black Amalfi

HP increased from 27,700 to 29,100. Damage reduction increased from 0.09 to 0.105

Tier IX cruiser Brindisi

HP increased from 29,500 to 31,000. Damage reduction increased from 0.09 to 0.105

Tier X cruiser Venezia

HP increased from 31,600 to 33,200. Damage reduction increased from 0.09 to 0.105

Tier X cruiser Napoli

HP increased from 36,500 to 38,300. Damage reduction increased from 0.105 to 0.12

French Destroyers: Increased Dogfight Ability

Tier II destroyer Enseigne Gabolde

HE damage increased from 240 to 250. Turret traverse speed increased from 9 to 15

Tier III destroyer Fusilier

HE damage increased from 240 to 250. Turret traverse speed increased from 9 to 15

Tier IV destroyer Bourrasque

HE damage increased from 320 to 330. Turret traverse speed increased from 9 to 15

Tier V destroyer Jaguar

HE damage increased from 320 to 330. Turret traverse speed increased from 9 to 15. Main battery shell velocity increased

Tier VI destroyer Guépard

HE damage increased from 390 to 410. Turret traverse speed increased from 9 to 15. Main battery shell velocity increased

Tier VI destroyer Aigle

HE damage increased from 390 to 410. Turret traverse speed increased from 9 to 15. Main battery shell velocity increased

Tier VII destroyer Vauquelin

HE damage increased from 390 to 410. Turret traverse speed increased from 9 to 15. Main battery shell velocity increased

Tier VIII destroyer Fantasque

HE damage increased from 390 to 410. Turret traverse speed increased from 9 to 15. Main battery shell velocity increased

Tier VIII destroyer Le Terrible

HE damage increased from 390 to 420. Turret traverse speed increased from 9 to 15. Main battery shell velocity increased

Tier IX destroyer Mogador

HE damage increased from 390 to 420. Turret traverse speed increased from 12 to 18. Main battery shell velocity increased

Tier X destroyer Kléber

HE damage increased from 390 to 430. Turret traverse speed increased from 12 to 18. Main battery shell velocity increased

Tier X destroyer Marceau

HE damage increased from 330 to 355. Main battery shell velocity increased

Soviet Battleships: Increased Survivability

Tier V battleship Oktyabrskaya Revolutsiya

Citadel protection increased from 0.1 to 0.125. Fire and flooding resistance increased from 0.1 to 0.125

Tier VI battleship Izmail

Citadel protection increased from 0.125 to 0.15. Fire and flooding resistance increased from 0.15 to 0.175

Tier VI battleship Black Izmail

Citadel protection increased from 0.125 to 0.15. Fire and flooding resistance increased from 0.15 to 0.175

Tier VI battleship Novorossiysk

Citadel protection increased from 0.125 to 0.15. Fire and flooding resistance increased from 0.125 to 0.15

Tier VII battleship Sinop

Citadel protection increased from 0.125 to 0.15. Fire and flooding resistance increased from 0.175 to 0.2

Tier VII battleship Poltava

Citadel protection increased from 0.125 to 0.15. Fire and flooding resistance increased from 0.175 to 0.2

Tier VIII battleship Vladivostok

Citadel protection increased from 0.125 to 0.15. Fire and flooding resistance increased from 0.2 to 0.225

Tier VIII battleship Black Vladivostok

Citadel protection increased from 0.125 to 0.15. Fire and flooding resistance increased from 0.2 to 0.225

Tier VIII battleship Ship Smasha

Citadel protection increased from 0.125 to 0.15. Fire and flooding resistance increased from 0.2 to 0.225

Tier VIII battleship Lenin

Citadel protection increased from 0.125 to 0.15. Fire and flooding resistance increased from 0.2 to 0.225

Tier VIII battleship Borodino

Citadel protection increased from 0.125 to 0.15. Fire and flooding resistance increased from 0.2 to 0.225

Tier IX battleship Sovetsky Soyuz

Citadel protection increased from 0.15 to 0.175. Fire and flooding resistance increased from 0.2 to 0.225

Tier X battleship Kremlin

Citadel protection increased from 0.15 to 0.175. Fire and flooding resistance increased from 0.2 to 0.225

Soviet Aircraft Carriers: Increased Air Group Survivability and Damage Ability

Tier IV aircraft carrier Komsomolets

Dive Bomber: HP increased from 960 to 1,100. Preparation time increased from 3.5 to 3.9. Damage increased from 700 to 730
Torpedo Bomber: HP increased from 1,040 to 1,200. Preparation time increased from 3.9 to 4.3. Damage increased from 800 to 840

Tier VI aircraft carrier Serov

Dive Bomber: HP increased from 1,130 to 1,300. Preparation time increased from 3.9 to 4.3. Damage increased from 900 to 940
Torpedo Bomber: HP increased from 1,190 to 1,370. Preparation time increased from 4.5 to 5. Damage increased from 1,050 to 1,080

Tier VIII aircraft carrier Pobeda

Dive Bomber: HP increased from 1,280 to 1,470. Preparation time increased from 4.1 to 4.5. Damage increased from 1,000 to 1,050
Torpedo Bomber: HP increased from 1,280 to 1,470. Preparation time increased from 4.7 to 5.2. Damage increased from 1,100 to 1,160

Tier VIII aircraft carrier Chkalov

Dive Bomber: HP increased from 1,130 to 1,300. Preparation time increased from 3.9 to 4.3. Damage increased from 900 to 950
Torpedo Bomber: HP increased from 1,190 to 1,370. Preparation time increased from 4.2 to 4.6. Damage increased from 1,050 to 1,100

Tier X aircraft carrier Admiral Nakhimov

Dive Bomber: HP increased from 1,380 to 1,590. Preparation time increased from 4.4 to 4.8. Damage increased from 1,000 to 1,140
Torpedo Bomber: HP increased from 1,460 to 1,680. Preparation time increased from 5.3 to 5.8. Damage increased from 1,100 to 1,140

Main battery accuracy has also been improved on hybrid American battleships: Tier VIII Nebraska, Tier IX Delaware, Tier IX Kearsarge, and Tier X Louisiana.

What's Next?

Improving the Download Process:

We're aware that some players face challenges when trying to update the game, and we're working to address this issue head-on. Ensuring a smoother download experience during updates is a top priority for us, and we're making efforts to deliver a solution that meets our players’ expectations.

Exciting Collaborations Ahead:

We love bringing new and thrilling content from beloved movies and games into our universe. Expect even more fantastic collaborations with your favorite franchises in our future updates!

Enhancing the User Interface:

We understand the importance of high-quality visuals and accessibility in creating an immersive gaming experience. That's why we're actively working on enhancing the user interface to give the game a fresh, modern look. Stay tuned for a revamped UI that both looks great and improves usability.

Updating the Collection Book:

We want every player to be able to enjoy the Collection Book, whether or not they have Premium content. We're focused on making future Collection Book pages more accessible and user-friendly, while also reconsidering the requirements of existing pages and improving rewards.

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