As mentioned right now we're testing some new mechanics to go into a possible new game mode. If we plan to introduce these into anything else, we'll of course confirm that in a future dev blog or PTS update.
We're of course looking forward to seeing people utilize these in game and how they'll change people's tactics.
To be clear these are being designed for use in a mode and going into testing. There aren't further plans at this time.
Laserbeams? Ridiculous but we'll continue working on the Rail guns.
The Georiga does have a quite a few things in her favor like a decent heal, very high speed, and a decent stock reload on the main guns. This should be balanced out by factors like her fewer main guns and moderate AA but we are very interested to see how she performs for you guys.
There will be closed testing of new mechanics and consumables for a new possible game mode:
Fuel Smoke consumable. By injecting fuel into the smoke stack the ship is covered by the smoke screen, but for the less time than using Smoke Generator. This consumable allows the ship to move at full speed and still be in the smoke screen;
Smoke Shells consumable, which allows setting smoke screens at range by main caliber guns;
Semi-armor-piercing shells - a new type of shells, which has high damage and low armor penetration. Like armor-piercing shells, these new shells can't start the fire;
Near-shore concealment - ship ability, lowering her detection range near the shores. The ability is activated automatically if the ship is not moving or moves at low speed.
These are early prototypes and their names, parameters and properties may change during testing.
Please note that the inf...
Read moreAs I've stated previously this change is not to address skill, this is about balance on something that is frequently raised by the community as a concern. The redesign of sector AA is something that could address the concerns surrounding additional skill/control over the use of AA.
Could you elaborate a bit more on what exactly isn't thought out? We've outlined this is a balance change to more properly distribute to DPS to squadrons, and create more consistent behavior between surface ships and aircraft.
Heyo Captains,
As part of our NA Community Stream last Friday, we actually asked @Sub_Octavian about this delay with 2ndaries and AA,
You can find his response here: https://www.twitch.tv/videos/435911521?t=01h25m10s
It actually has to do with how the loading mechanics.
Fem,
Heyo Captains,
Ranked and Clan Battles were always intended to be End-game content with high-value rewards thus their shift toward being at the higher tiers, with Steel being primarily rewarded from these modes, it explains why the reward ships are of a similar tier.
We will be having another 2 sprint seasons of ranked at T7, the last event cycles (Victory / Fly Strike Win / etc ) have been available to be participated in by all tiers, several reward ships have been at lower tiers as well (Exeter and Lazo for example).
Its not possible to offer all content at all tiers as there does need to be motivation to progress through available content within the game.
Fem,
Heyo Captains,
As many have already stated, recognizing your current skill level and deciding you'd like to improve is the first step to getting better.
Good thing is there is a load of resources available to help on that journey, some I would recommend:
Staff Member and Former CC @Kami (in progress) guide to everything:
CC Section on the Forums:
This area has a load of postings from various NA Community Contributors including reviews of ships, and "how-to" written/visual guides.
https://forum.worldofwarships.com/forum/308-na-contributors/
World of Warships Live Streams:
While not all streamers are going to show off the best skill / help, there are many streamers within the World of Warships Twitch category that show off great gameplay and talk prac...
Read moreOnline chat can bring out the best and worst of us when we are in competitive situations and get frustrated. While perspective is always important, so is owning your actions so good on you OP for doing that.
Is there something specifically you struggle to remain positive on?
Hey @thejunkmaster,
Would you mind attaching a screenshot as a reply? I'd be interested in investigating a little further however need some further clarity on whats going on.
Fem,
The benefit of having Concealment expert on BBs is that it can allow you a few additional kms of room to go undetected and get away from an advancing ship if you find yourself overextended or in need to retreat/kite away.
From my experience if there is room within my build for it I do take the skill as it can be the difference between going dark and staying lit.
Fem,
You have an excellent point @clammboy. I suggest waiting until it does arrive and then look at your options.
What are you most looking for out of the USS Georgia, Clammboy? and all?
Ahoy Fleet!
I reported the LMB not responding to the dev team. They will take a look at it and see what is happening!
#anchorsaweigh
Heyo,
As noted by other players, typically the older collections containers are eventually released into the armory, keep an eye out each patch for this happening.
Fem,
Happy to do what I can, just confirmed, the Forum Dev is out of the office for the time being, but it is on his agenda to address soon after their return.
Fem,
We are still looking into the impact the recent change to plane speed had on the GZ in particular, however as per the outcome of the GC situation, premiums are not immune to game wide mechanics changes (as was the unification of plane speeds via Engine boost was). We will hopefully have something to say to you all soon via an announcement soon as per our finding with the ship since the recent change. Please recall it does take time to collect related data and analyse it before we can make further adjustments.
Fem,
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The USS Georgia has been in PTS and has gone through a number of versions based on feedback and data.
While it does some standout abilities, it has some weaker armor, mediocre aa, to offset its solid secondary setup and strong heal.
How are you going to spec the USS Georgia when it goes live? Focus on the secondaries, look at a zombie/survivability build or just an "all around" build?
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