World of Tanks 1.24 – Release notes – all changes

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World of Tanks: Release Notes patch 1.24.

Are you ready for the new World of Tanks patch 1.24? This patch brings a lot of changes and improvements to the game, as well as some exciting new features. In this article, you will find all the details about the patch 1.24, including:

  • The discontinuation of the 32-bit game client support
  • The introduction of the Maneuvers mode and its rewards
  • The collaboration with a third-party media franchise for the Battle Pass event
  • The changes to the battle rules and hints for new players
  • The map changes and the referral program interface update
  • The changes to the technical characteristics of some vehicles

Let’s dive into each of these topics and see what patch 1.24 has to offer.

32-bit Game Client Support Discontinued

If you are still using a 32-bit operating system, you will need to update it to a 64-bit one to continue playing World of Tanks. After the release of patch 1.24, the 32-bit game client will no longer be supported by the Wargaming Game Center (WGC). You will not be able to launch the game via the WGC if you have a 32-bit system.

However, you can still launch the 32-bit game client manually by opening the game/win32 folder and running the WorldOfTanks.exe file. But this option will only be available until the next update, when the support of the 32-bit game client will be completely discontinued. Therefore, we strongly recommend you to update your operating system to x64 bit as soon as possible.

Maneuvers

Maneuvers is a new game mode that will test your skills and teamwork in 7v7 battles with unique combat modifiers. You can participate in Maneuvers with your clan or as a legionnaire. You will need to complete missions and earn Fame Points to progress through the event and unlock various rewards, such as:

  • Bonds
  • Credits
  • Personal Reserves
  • Directives
  • Experimental Equipment
  • Unique 3D styles
  • A chance to participate in an auction for rare vehicles

Patch 1.24 introduces some changes and improvements to the Maneuvers mode, such as:

  • The functionality to restore vehicles to duty in the detachment window. You can use this option to remove the Out of Commission status from your vehicles and use them again in battles.
  • The update of the rewards in the mode. You can now get more bonds, credits, and personal reserves, as well as new directives and experimental equipment.
  • The addition of an auction with vehicles for bonds. You can bid for some rare and exclusive vehicles, such as the Object 907, the VK 72.01 (K), and the M60, using the bonds you earned in the mode.
  • The change of the battle type to Encounter mode, with the base capture time set to 100 seconds. This will make the battles more dynamic and challenging, as you will need to balance between capturing the base and destroying the enemy team.
  • The change of the number of points in the event Progression. You will now need more points to reach each stage, but you will also get more points for completing missions and winning battles.
  • The bonus for the first victory of the day in each vehicle on duty. You will get 50% more Fame Points for the first win in each vehicle that is not Out of Commission.
  • The logs for clan Fame Points, Progression resets, restoring vehicles to duty, and changing the clan Prime Time. You can now see the history of these actions in the clan interface and keep track of your clan’s performance and activity.
  • The functionality to quickly view your position or your clan’s position on the Leaderboard screen. You can now click on a block with your position at the bottom of the screen and jump to your place on the Leaderboard.
  • The functionality for quick view of players from your clan on the Leaderboard screen. You can now filter the Leaderboard by clan and see how your clanmates are doing in the mode.
  • The search by players and clans on the Leaderboard screen. You can now use the search bar to find any player or clan on the Leaderboard and see their stats and achievements.
  • The context menu displayed upon right-clicking the area of a player’s nickname on the Leaderboard and Restoration to Duty screens. You can now access some options by right-clicking on a player’s name, such as viewing their profile, sending a message, inviting to a platoon, or reporting.
  • The prevention of double Progression reset. If someone from your clan has already reset the Progression, you will not be able to do it again until the next reset time.
  • The prevention of automatic Out of Commission status for new clan members. If you join a clan at the first Stage of the event, your vehicles will not receive the Out of Commission status until the next Stage.
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Battle Pass

Battle Pass is an event that allows you to earn rewards by playing in any mode and completing missions. You can progress through the event by earning Battle Pass Points and unlocking Stages. Each Stage has two types of rewards: Base Rewards and Improved Rewards. You can get the Base Rewards for free, but you need to purchase the Improved Pass to get the Improved Rewards.

Patch 1.24 brings a new season of Battle Pass, which will be held in collaboration with a third-party media franchise. The season will feature new customization elements and crew members with unique voiceovers, inspired by the franchise. You can also get some exclusive rewards, such as:

  • Bonds
  • Credits
  • Gold
  • Personal Reserves
  • Directives
  • Experimental Equipment
  • Unique 3D styles
  • A chance to participate in an auction for rare vehicles

Patch 1.24 also introduces some changes and improvements to the Battle Pass event, such as:

  • The functionality to select Experimental Equipment and directives when receiving rewards for completing the Progression. You can now choose which Experimental Equipment and directives you want to get as rewards, depending on your preferences and playstyle.
  • The possibility to earn Battle Pass Points when playing in Tier IV–V vehicles. You can now get Battle Pass Points for playing in lower-tier vehicles, but the amount of points will be lower than for playing in higher-tier vehicles.
  • The addition of a new in-game Store category for bundles with paid Battle Pass content. You can now purchase bundles that include the Improved Pass, additional Progression Stages, and other bonuses, such as credits, gold, and personal reserves.
  • The update of the Items for Tokens section of the in-game Store. You can now exchange your Tokens for new items, such as directives, personal reserves, and experimental equipment.
  • Some minor technical improvements to the event interface and functionality.

Battle Rules

For some new players, the rules of the first battles will be changed. This is done to help them learn the basics of the game and improve their skills.

Hints in Battle

Hints in Battle are a new feature that will help new players understand the game mechanics and improve their skills. The feature consists of two parts:

  • Loading screens that explain the basics of combat mechanics for new players. They will show some tips and tricks on how to use your vehicle, how to deal damage, how to survive, and how to win. You can enable or disable these loading screens in the game settings.
  • Contextual hints that are displayed under certain circumstances and explain the mechanics of the current situation to new players. They will show some advice and recommendations on what to do in different scenarios, such as spotting enemies, capturing bases, using consumables, and more. You can enable or disable these contextual hints in the game settings.

Hints in Battle are designed to help new players learn the game and have more fun. They will not interfere with the gameplay or the interface, and they will not affect the performance or the statistics of the players.

Map Changes

To prevent driving and getting stuck in areas not intended for playing, the terrain and some objects have been changed on the following maps:

  • Tundra
  • Fjords
  • Himmelsdorf
  • Kraftwerk
  • Normandie
  • Province

These changes will improve the gameplay and the balance on these maps, as well as the visual quality and the performance.

Referral Program

The Referral Program is a feature that allows you to invite your friends to play World of Tanks and earn rewards together. You can become a Commander and recruit Recruits, or become a Recruit yourself and join a Commander. You and your Recruit will need to complete missions and earn Referral Points to unlock various rewards, such as:

  • Bonds
  • Credits
  • Gold
  • Premium Account
  • Premium vehicles
  • Unique 2D styles
  • Unique badges
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Patch 1.24 reworks the interface art of the Referral Program, making it more modern and user-friendly. 

Changes to Technical Characteristics of Vehicles

Changes to the Ammo Rack Capacity for the BT-5 Turret

  • The ammo rack capacity for the 37 mm automatic OKB-2 gun in the BT-5 turret has been changed from 165 to 168 shells

New Vehicles Added for Testing by Supertest Players

Patch 1.24 also adds some new vehicles for testing by Supertest players:

  • Chrysler MTC 2TC, a Tier VIII American heavy tank
  • FCM 2C, a Tier III French heavy tank
  • Vickers MBT Mk. 3, a Tier X British medium tank

These vehicles are not available for regular players yet, but they might be added to the game in the future, depending on the results of the testing.

Known Issues and Fixed Issues and Improvements

Patch 1.24 also fixes some known issues and bugs that have been affecting the game. Some of these issues are:

  • The Command Menu not disappearing after its activation in some cases
  • The sinking tank timer not being displayed when a vehicle turns over in the water
  • The cover being displayed incorrectly in some cases
  • A random vehicle’s statistics being displayed when the player goes to the Vehicles tab in the Service Record section
  • Some vehicles being missing from the Hall of Fame
  • Time for Loading Between Shots being displayed instead of Time for Autoreloading One Shell during the last shell of the magazine in autoreloader vehicles
  • The standard outline of the player’s vehicle functioning incorrectly when Commander Camera is enabled
  • A Small First Aid Kit being used on an uninjured crew member when the crew is stunned
  • The sequence of events in the damage log being distorted in some cases
  • The failed mission icon being displayed after the battle upon successful completion of the Alliance-14 mission in the Chimera operation
  • There being no voice notification when an enemy vehicle is destroyed
  • The FPS (frames per second) rate decreasing when switching to Sniper mode on high graphics settings and zooming in on foliage

Patch 1.24 also introduces some improvements to the game, such as:

  • The medal for the completed Battle Pass Season XII Progression being displayed correctly
  • Vehicles earned within the Back in Action mode receiving Elite status after all modules and subsequent branches were researched
  • The preview screen not being displayed in some cases after purchasing a vehicle from the in-game Store
  • The Battle Results window not overlapping a crew member’s profile after clicking the button to train a new perk for a crew member in the Battle Results window
  • A female crew member’s card not remaining after she had been recruited from the Barracks
  • Players being able to recruit female crew members even if there are not enough bunks in the Barracks
  • The Commander’s bonus not being taken into account in the infotips for some perks and vehicle characteristics if the Commander was not in the vehicle
  • The firepower for Japanese heavy tanks with double aiming mechanics being comparable to that of the same type and tier vehicles in the vehicle comparison window
  • The gun depression angle being the same in the Arcade and Sniper modes for some vehicles with hydropneumatic suspension
  • Players being able to apply progressive decals to progressive 3D styles in all cases
  • The Binocular Telescope and Camouflage Net equipment not being active when a vehicle overturned, flipped back, and kept moving
  • The operation of the Improved Hardening equipment being adjusted
  • The event log displaying the damage caused by the player’s last shot even if their vehicle was destroyed before the shell reached the target
  • A special status for vehicles destroyed by Artillery Strike being added to the Battle Results in Strongholds
  • The icon color of the Nomad in the team panels being fixed
  • The icons of the Rheinmetall Panzerwagen, Mäuschen, and WZ-113G FT vehicles in the Platoon window being fixed
  • The visual models of the Churchill I, Patton the Tank, FV201 (A45), Mitsu 108, Ho-Ri 3, and Object 452K vehicles being improved