Action · April 28, 2021
World of Tanks (2021)
World of Tanks offers something for everyone: Try different tactics, vehicles, and modes! ACTION AND TACTICS World of Tanks has a unique pace. Its armored vehicles are fast enough to draw you into the action, yet slow enough to give you time to think strategically. Good reflexes are always a plus, but it's smart and bold moves that can really turn the tide of a battle. Identify a weak spot in the enemy team's defense, move to an advantageous position at just the right moment, or ambush an opponent—and you'll feel like a champion. VARIED GAMEPLAY The unique pace is yours to control: there are five vehicle types that each play very differently. Generally, light tanks rely on their speed and stealth, heavy tanks on their armor, and mediums on versatility. Tank destroyers (TDs) are feared damage dealers, and self-propelled guns (SPGs) hurl shells at enemies from afar, using an RTS-like view. Almost every one of the 800+ highly detailed vehicles, spread over 11 tiers and 11 nations, feels special. RESEARCH AND CUSTOMIZATION Begin with classic tanks and progress toward mighty high-tier machines. Adjust their performance to better suit your unique playstyle with crew perks, equipment, and Field Modification. Top that off with visual customization: showcase each vehicle's unique flair with custom paints, styles, and a wealth of other options. MODERN GRAPHICS AND SOUND World of Tanks has received multiple and extensive upgrades to its graphics and physics since its launch in 2010. The maps feature unique landmarks and plenty of destructible objects. Vehicles get wet when in water, and they receive shell breaches from enemy rounds that penetrate, as well as pockmarks from rounds that bounce off. Guns and shell explosions have authentic, caliber-dependent sounds, and the acoustic environment is very rich, adding to immersion. PLENTY OF MODES: PVP AND MORE The basic mode is 15v15 Random Battles. Prominent regular modes include Onslaught (7v7 with extra special abilities), Frontline (30v30 on colossal maps with lots of tactical options such as airstrikes), and Steel Hunter (battle royale on mode-specific vehicles with field upgrades). On top of that, there are themed PvE and PvP events with unique rewards, clan-only Global Map and clan-based Strongholds, and more! BEGINNER-FRIENDLY World of Tanks is hard to master but easy to learn and enjoyable from the get-go. As a rookie, learn the basics from the Bootcamp scenarios, face easier opponents in lower-tier battles, and complete the Tank Academy missions for appealing rewards. A seasoned tanker friend can get you into the Referral Program, bagging great benefits for both of you.
Action releases from 2021
198 Action titles launched in 2021 — top 6 by review volume.
Position in Action
| Metric | This title | Genre position |
|---|---|---|
| Review volume | 87.8k Steam reviews | Top 7% in Action |
| Positive rating | 83% positive | Genre average: 83% — this title sits in top 61% |
| Metacritic | 80/100 | Genre average 77 — top 42% of Action titles |
| Concurrent peak | 3.9k players | Top 4% in Action by live player count |
| Engagement hours | 31 h average | Top 15% for session depth among Action |
Localization Coverage
Interface / Subtitles (12)
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Full audio (12)
- English
- French
- German
- Czech
- Japanese
- Korean
- Polish
- Portuguese - Brazil
- Russian
- Spanish - Latin America
- Turkish
- Ukrainian
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Community Tag Signals
Tag weights reflect how many Steam users voted each descriptor — larger pills = stronger consensus.
- Tanks · 11.0k
- Free to Play · 9.2k
- Action · 6.7k
- Military · 6.6k
- PvP · 6.5k
- Vehicular Combat · 6.5k
- Multiplayer · 6.4k
- Team-Based · 5.8k
- Tactical · 5.8k
- Massively Multiplayer · 5.7k
- War · 5.6k
- Historical · 5.3k
- World War II · 4.6k
- Simulation · 4.4k
- Co-op · 4.3k
Reception Metrics
Steam community
83%Mostly Positive · 87.8k reviews
72.9k positive · 14.9k negative
Metacritic
80/100 critic aggregate
Metacritic user score
3.4/10
Curator recommendations
512
Peak concurrent players
3.9k
Features & Capabilities
Multiplayer
- Multi-player
- MMO
- PvP
- Online PvP
Community
- Steam Achievements
- Steam Trading Cards
Accessibility
- Color Alternatives
- Playable without Timed Input
Input & Comfort
- Custom Volume Controls
- Stereo Sound
- Surround Sound
Other
- In-App Purchases
Engagement Profile
All-time avg
31h
moderate (15–40 hours)
Median
2h
Typical completion time
2-week avg
16h
Current engagement
Achievements
60
Steam unlocks available
Release & Availability
| Release date | Apr 28, 2021 |
|---|---|
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Base price | Free-to-play |
| DLC / Add-ons | 20 released |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Estimated owners | 1M–10M |
| External links | Official site · Metacritic page · Support |
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