Originally, we did not plan to add this machine at all, as I have previously explained as it was an incomplete prototype.
Its being added, as people wanted to see more Italian and domestic vehicles too, but since this vehicle was incomplete, its more logical as a premium if is going to be added.
Its also a revenue share model.
Not every one is. I was just pointing out that it is.
Asking people to choose between having something as a free vehicle or a premium is generally always going to result in that outcome.
Italy will get Battleships in due course. We are starting very early and with some of the most famous ships. Its also the newest fleet to join the game. But they will get some in future.
Ive already explained it.
This tank was never planned to come since its an incomplete prototype tank, something we generally dont add to War Thunder and in fact removed one in the case of the Flak 341.
However, many made it clear they would like to see more indigenous designs for Italy in general, including this one which is very close to the mark of whats possible in game. So we listened to that feedback and this is the result of that.
Given how only 1 incomplete prototype was created (and not fully finished), coupled with the fact this vehicle is not very well known outside of the Italian tanker community, most players would not really find it a significant addition and likely just skip over it if it were in the tree. Plus there really should not be huge numbers of these running around unlike a Panzer IV, Sherman or T-34.
Part of the reason its even coming in the first place is directly because of people wanting more Italian designs. But this one is better suited as a premium since only 1 was made and it was not even fully finished.
Like I said, this tank wasn't going to come at all originally. The fact is is coming is also due to feedback. But not everything can come 100% how everyone wants it to come.
Sherman's and Stuarts severed in numbers with Italy whilst this one singular tank even raises questions about its own history and completeness.
Indeed two very talented and exceptional creators did make it and its amazing to see their work come to life in game. But the developers still decide whats implemented to the game.
Since this very clearly cannot be discussed in a reasonable manner without insults and claims being thrown around, the thread will now be locked.
Constructive criticism and feedback is one thing, going on a rant and starting to walk the lines of the forum rules is another. Right now this is not being constructive at all. We have answered all the questions raised.
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