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World of Warships

Naval Strategy · Developed by Wargaming · Published by Wargaming

Slow, positional naval combat where angling, concealment and shell type decide the outcome of every engagement.

  • PC
NavalTeam TacticsHistorical

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About World of Warships

World of Warships is a tactical naval game built around ship classes — destroyers, cruisers, battleships and carriers each play a different role in a 12v12 match.

The skill curve comes from map awareness and aim lead rather than reaction speed. Learning when to show your ship and when to break line of sight matters more than raw damage output.

Progression follows national tech trees, with captain skills carrying between ships in the same line.

Beginner notes

  • Learn one ship class before switching lines.
  • Angle your armour — flat broadsides are punished instantly.
  • Use the minimap to track detected enemies and spotting range.

Rewards for this game

Recruit Programme Rewards

World of Warships · Starter Pack

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Milestone rewards for new commanders, unlocked by reaching set account levels during the recruitment period.

  • PC
New players only

How to claim

  1. 1.Create an account through the recruitment page.
  2. 2.Reach the listed account levels.
  3. 3.Claim milestone rewards from the in-game port screen.

No end date published

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Guides for World of Warships

HardwareWorld of Warships

PC System Requirements Explained

What minimum and recommended specifications really tell you, and which component to upgrade first.

18 Jun 20266 min read

Frequently asked questions

Is World of Warships free to play?
Yes. World of Warships is free to download and play. As with most free-to-play titles, optional in-game purchases are available but are not required to start.
What platforms can I play World of Warships on?
World of Warships is available on PC.
Is World of Warships multiplayer?
Yes. It supports PvP.
When was World of Warships released?
World of Warships was released on 17 September 2015 by Wargaming.

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