World of Warships

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5.7

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  1. vanzi
    Sep 13, 2019
    8
    It's pretty much the only game that let's you play with WW2 warships. And it looks beautifully at that. But it is as grindy as Word of Tanks is, also lots of warships are only available in premium shop at absurd prices (up to €60 for a ship).
  2. igor1982
    Oct 18, 2019
    9
    The game is just a bomb, beautiful design, great graphics, play it personally for me a pleasure, you can immediately see all the details thought out, the developers are well done.
  3. aavvtt
    Jan 30, 2020
    10
    This is a great game, I really liked it, everything is cool and well done and beautiful graphics.
  4. Corwin110
    Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Installed the game last night. Until now sit play. Graphics are beautiful. Detail ships at the highest level. After the World of tanks as a breath of fresh air. Still 20 minutes and need to to do their Affairs.....)
  5. Watafar
    Dec 3, 2019
    10
    Just look at this graphic! The game is great, it does not slow down, it does not throw you to the desktop. I recommend.
  6. PAPANOS
    Oct 24, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Class game, carries away, class done, with excellent graphic arts, all is done steeply!… Expand
  7. rizer21
    Oct 11, 2019
    10
    The game is a lot of fun. Graphics on top. Fights on ships are so detailed that it seems as if you are fighting in real life.
  8. Asal1996
    Nov 20, 2019
    10
    Wow what was that! Great game, very high quality of graphics. You can play all day long really
  9. Mark52
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    Decent toy, original storyline, over the graphics can be seen that worked! In General, the game is very pleasant!
  10. SergeyZ
    Nov 28, 2019
    10
    I didn’t think that this game would hook me like that, it’s just cool. Incredible graphics, everything is very well thought out, it’s a pleasure to play, as soon as there is a free minute, I immediately sit down at the computer. Although I was not such a gamer before, I played a little and everything, but here it’s not possible to stop.)) I recommend it to everyone.
  11. itvtrade
    Nov 1, 2019
    10
    The game is just super! What I wanted. I get real pleasure from the process. Like everything.
  12. KostyaSanD
    Dec 20, 2019
    10
    It is difficult for me to stay on one game longer than a week, but this game hooked me. A variety of ships and excellent game play combined with beautiful graphics. This game is definitely worth your attention!
  13. MishaKlyap
    Oct 15, 2019
    10
    I liked the game, it was made in good faith, the graphics are cool, the animation is at its best, everything looks extremely realistic in one word. I started playing recently, so I still admire it.
  14. DiasBagrov
    Nov 1, 2019
    10
    I liked the game, really cool thought out, extremely colorful and catchy graphics. My recommendations.
  15. loraQueen
    Nov 20, 2019
    10
    I absolutely adore this stuff. Highly entertaining and quite unique. I am not the greatest fan, but I got hooked! It takes minutes to get involved in it. Love it and find it amusing!
  16. madhadude
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    nice game, cool graphic, lots of ships, and very fun with friend because you could strategize plan with your friend.
  17. Viachek
    Sep 30, 2019
    10
    Great game, spectacular, beautiful ships, great graphics. The developers have tried. I like playing very much.
  18. Alimendez
    Sep 23, 2019
    10
    Installed the game on the recommendation of a friend. We decided to create my team. The game is addictive from almost the first minutes of the game. Graphics, game-play created at a high level.
  19. Harry2019
    Nov 20, 2019
    10
    The first and only high-quality game related to naval battles. For about 20 years I tried to find something similar, and finally, high-quality graphics of sea battles appeared! Thanks to the developers, keep moving in the same direction.
  20. Papaboss
    Dec 3, 2019
    10
    The game is in my top! The schedule is juicy, the music is excellent, what you need to relax in the evening with the boys.
  21. anton156
    Dec 17, 2019
    10
    Very rarely you will meet games with remarkable graphics and with not less remarkable plot, in the same game everything is made very harmoniously so the game carries away for many hours!
  22. odessit
    Oct 23, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Лучшая в своём роде! С удовольствием играю каждый день!… Expand
  23. StanDD
    Dec 3, 2019
    10
    Hey guys! That's not the first time I've tried the game. But. trust e, it's so freaking addictive. Love all about - graphics are amazing, the sound is superb. Love the gameplay, too.. Try on to see how great it is!
  24. Sholehin
    Dec 3, 2019
    10
    Guys, this is the top game! I recommend hanging here with me. I’ve never slowed down, it's 10 points!
  25. Victor38
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    The game completely captures and immerses in its reality, has beautiful graphics. I excellent and interesting to spend time, wonderful experience.
  26. serg191
    Oct 1, 2019
    10
    Good game! I really liked! The graphics are super! The gameplay is good, everything is perfectly implemented!
  27. Ghaia41
    Aug 19, 2019
    10
    This is a game that will give you a hard time.

    Like any contemporary game, a good graphics card is essential. Personally, I do it runs on an Asus ROG G501VW I7 equipped with an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M card. The graphics are beautiful without straining the fluidity. I think World of Warships is different from other MMOG. Group strategy (especially in divisional battles or clan battles),    This is a game that will give you a hard time.

    Like any contemporary game, a good graphics card is essential. Personally, I do it runs on an Asus ROG G501VW I7 equipped with an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M card.
    The graphics are beautiful without straining the fluidity.

    I think World of Warships is different from other MMOG.

    Group strategy (especially in divisional battles or clan battles), tactical sense, choice of positions, composure, reflexes, setting of ships and their captains... Everything comes together to immerse you in epic and thrilling battles.

    With nearly 20,000 games on the counter I'm not jaded, quite the contrary. With 4 classes of ships available in-game (destroyers, cruisers, battleships and aircraft carriers) and multiple nations, the gameplays of the units vary greatly.

    This is enough to satisfy your appetite and make it possible to find the ones that best suit to your style of play.

    When added to the possible settings for ship equipment and the skills of the captains, the possibilities are many.

    I recommend you acquire tiers V-VI quickly and familiarize yourself with them.
    Ships of these tiers are relatively easy to obtain and allow a good understanding of the arcane of the game.
    What's more, they're less expensive than higher tiers.
    The results won't take a long time to come.
    This will allow you to build up a war chest (which will be very useful for your progression to tiers VIII-IX-X) and to claim to join a clan.

    If you want the adventure, I will have great pleasure in sponsoring you. This will give you advantages reserved for godets.

    Contact me by email before you open your account ghaia41@bbox.fr
    I play on the server EU pseudo ghaia41.
    See you soon on the seven seas.

     

    PS: Sorry for the poor quality of my English.    … Expand
  28. Thomas19
    Feb 17, 2020
    10
    Great game, today one of the best! Well thought out plot, the graphics are just up to par! I recommend, do not regret it!
  29. Wishmaster87
    Sep 5, 2019
    10
    I very much like this game for 2 reasons, one its pretty fair and reasonable the ships are easy to control and are fun to "drive" around in and two it actually doesnt absorb your wallet since the silver you get is in the bucket full ive got over 1 million and havent once used the doubloons in the game so it really is just something to save time but not mandatory so it earns my respect this game.
  30. Vudi
    Dec 18, 2019
    10
    The game is very mesmerizing, it is interesting to play it. I especially liked the graphics, the game is very well done. I thought I would not be interested, but going into the game was surprised and shocked. Really worthy game, I will advise it to my friends. Installing the game is instant, you do not have to wait as in other games. The developers are very cool guys.
  31. joeling
    Nov 6, 2019
    10
    One of the best naval battle simulators. It remains to be surprised by the colorful graphics on the background of a combat fleet.
  32. TonyNerkassky
    Feb 17, 2020
    10
    I play regularly, and with undiminished interest. The game is simply gorgeous, addictive, everything is done at the highest level! High!!
  33. Daniel6676
    Jan 9, 2020
    10
    A decent game, a fascinating story, the graphics can be seen that worked out! Well done! I advise you to play!
  34. HipSGuinness
    Feb 3, 2020
    8
    Still a good game. If you like boat and strategy you need to try It.
    You need to know It's a slow game with a big improvement axis.
  35. Olegatori
    Dec 3, 2019
    10
    The game is cool, I've been playing for several days in a row. The graphics are cool, the display is nice.
  36. Jason7
    Jan 9, 2020
    10
    The game characteristics are not very demanding and therefore it is available to almost every PC owner. To sum up-excellent graphics, interface, responsive technical support, a huge variety of content all this can keep you in the game for a long time.
  37. Balar
    Sep 11, 2019
    10
    Отличная сессионка, немного скучновато на самых первых кораблях, но потом вообще огонь. Если вам нравятся относительно хардкорные игры, где нужно понимать механику и думать головой, однозначно рекомендую.
  38. Mark159
    Nov 26, 2019
    10
    The game is interesting, everything is in order with the graphics. Management is easy, Great gameplay. Gorgeous voice acting. You can play without money. I often get to stocks, Gold flew a couple of times.
  39. KiramAz
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    super game, really liked it, although I'm not a gamer, but this game is something. The graphics are at a high level, the creators are all very well thought out.
  40. Kristian67
    Jan 9, 2020
    10
    Beautiful game, struck by the atmosphere of the game, very beautiful graphics, and an abundance of tasks.
  41. Akanoj
    Dec 17, 2019
    10
    The speed is quite high. For five hours, you can actually pump the entire branch of the level two up.
  42. Max000
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    I play with great pleasure and excitement. The developer really tried to make the game one hundred percent satisfied! From me only ten points!
  43. MZefdf
    Dec 17, 2019
    10
    I really like the game, I've been playing for half a year now. The graphics are excellent, the controls are convenient.
  44. Tim22
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    Good-quality game, very well done, the graphics do not take your eyes off, I advise everyone to play!
  45. milaaksyanova
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    I totally revere this stuff. Profoundly engaging and very one of a kind. I am not the best fan, however I got snared! It takes minutes to engage in it. Love it and think that its entertaining!
  46. Maks4
    Dec 17, 2019
    10
    Not a bad game in its genre, for a very long time did not reach her hands, but as they reached so not a drop regretted, the plot is a bomb, and the graphics are just cosmic!
  47. Treelonco
    Feb 4, 2020
    9
    Divertido, adictivo, buenas gráficas y jugabilidad. La curva de aprendizaje es baja y la dificultad aumenta en función del tier. Los barcos están muy bien logrados y el balance entre los barcos está bien (mas alla de algún barco que esté roto por un tiempo).
  48. pyotrpavlov78
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    The game totally catches and drenches in its world, has excellent designs. I amazing and intriguing to invest energy, superb experience.
  49. Abrams345355
    Feb 5, 2020
    10
    I really liked the game. There is a reusable selection of aircraft and tanks, as well as an excellent realistic mode. The gameplay and graphics are excellent.
  50. bef69
    Dec 19, 2019
    10
    Обалденная игра, нормальная скорость прокачки.
  51. Daniiil
    Jan 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I wanted to share my enthusiasm about this game. Incredible graphics, an exciting plot, the game is just a bomb. I recommend to everyone.… Expand
  52. Steven555
    Feb 5, 2020
    10
    Great game, graphics at the highest level. Excellent gameplay, developers have tried...
  53. AndreyP
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    World of Warships is a good game. Excellent graphics, superb optimisation, excellent balance. I already received 23 level of and not despite to dwell, invited In this game friend, mind, too, liked, now play together. The game is 10/10!
  54. EM905
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    Recently, friends advised this game. I'm not in vain; I listened to them. Good graphics and everything is done at the highest level!
  55. Max77
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    I Express my gratitude for such an interesting and high-quality game. Graphics at the highest level. When you play, you are completely immersed in it. I really liked it. I advise everyone!
  56. Alex7779
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is just class! I play it from the very exit. I like it with its realism and incomparable graphic. A convenient interface and control. In general, I do not know a similar game. Satisfied with all 100!… Expand
  57. alexuman
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Excellent game, I really liked it. The graphics and gameplay are very cool made. I play every day with pleasure.
  58. Vlodimir
    Feb 10, 2020
    10
    The game is very cool, allowing you to fight with real players. Excellent graphics and voice acting, changed maps, the number of planes in the sky, pleases.
  59. koptyukh85
    Sep 5, 2019
    10
    Просто замечательная игра, которую я установил по рекомендации хорошего друга и стал ее настоящим поклонником. Здесь все бои и корабли продуманы буквально до мелочей, в результате чего все бои принимают совсем другой оборот и более насыщенный. Графика, звук, интерфейс - все сделано на высшем уровне и для людей. Могу точно сказать, что здесь время пролетает незаметно.Просто замечательная игра, которую я установил по рекомендации хорошего друга и стал ее настоящим поклонником. Здесь все бои и корабли продуманы буквально до мелочей, в результате чего все бои принимают совсем другой оборот и более насыщенный. Графика, звук, интерфейс - все сделано на высшем уровне и для людей. Могу точно сказать, что здесь время пролетает незаметно.
  60. luckyguy64
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    Cool playability. I like the implementation of ship branches from different countries. Having tried it once, it is no longer possible not to play it!
  61. Fantocpor
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    Good game, I like everything! Beautiful interface, nothing buggy. The game is interesting, 10 points!
  62. nick11
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    This is a very interesting game as for me! The interface and graphics are awesome. I can play it all day long!
  63. stalker1531
    Feb 10, 2020
    10
    Cool game! The graphics are level, the gameplay is exciting. Definitely worth playing!!
  64. Gernor
    Feb 17, 2020
    10
    The game is really great. For me, the main thing is stable work without crashes and nice graphics! Everything is super.
  65. JohnSimms
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    Perhaps one of the few games that fascinated me for a long time. Earned skills play a major role in achievements of the world of warships.
  66. Hack_Play
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    I watched all the online games that are tied to the naval theme. My opinion is unequivocal: World of warships are in the lead in this series
  67. YerzhanNurgalie
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    I recommend this game to everyone! The game is cool, the graphics are super. Management is just awesome! I recommend!
  68. Nuryaga
    Nov 20, 2021
    8
    The game is very cool. But my computer can't run this game at 30fps so it's hard for me to rate this game
  69. skoorviel
    Sep 21, 2015
    8
    I've been playing Warships since closed beta and have something around 1000 combined battles. It's a good game! It's very similar to World of Tanks (duh, the game engine and the developer are the same, and even the premium membership benefits are shared across the titles), but now the battles happen on water. Once again: ten vehicle tiers to advance through per tech branch, captainsI've been playing Warships since closed beta and have something around 1000 combined battles. It's a good game! It's very similar to World of Tanks (duh, the game engine and the developer are the same, and even the premium membership benefits are shared across the titles), but now the battles happen on water. Once again: ten vehicle tiers to advance through per tech branch, captains (crew) to level up, XP and credits to earn by damaging enemies each round. I prefer this game over Tanks, however, because the pace is slower, more premium is placed on positioning and sticking together, and simply because I love ships more than I like any other war machines from WW2. And since there is no other battleship game of this scope and quality currently out (Navy Field 2 is utter trash, unfortunately), I will be playing WoWs for the foreseeable future.

    What could be better about this game? I would like some more complexity in ship loadouts. I used to play Navy Field 1 in the early 2000's, and I wish that WoWs had some of its features. The number of upgrades for each ship is rather limited (compared to Tanks, for example) and the different modules don't change the stats all that much (compared to Tanks once again). I remember Navy Field 1 having 5 different gun options for a ship, the armor was customizable (i.e. how much armor do I want to put on deck, belt, or torpedo bulge?), different types of FCS (Fire Control System) gave different benefits (manual was extremely accurate because you had to aim the guns manually with the keyboard, and the auto ones were easier to use but had different distance/accuracy trade-offs), and different engines had different accelerations/max speeds/overheat values. Mounting this equipment had to be balanced against your ship''s displacement: a ship can only carry so much weight, so big heavy guns left less displacement for armor, engine, and even crew (yup, you could even determine how many sailors per position, which would affect the crew's performance negatively or positively). In WoWs, you'll usually find one upgrade for each of the systems: hull, FCS, engine, guns/torpedoes, and each of the upgrades is marginally better than the previous one. For example, the FCS gives a straight upgrade of 10% more range. How about giving us 2 or 3 FCS options that change accuracy, range, and perhaps view distance in different proportions? One would give much better accuracy but decrease range, another would increase both slightly etc. Or engines: right now the upgraded engine increases the top speed of the ship slightly over the stock one, why not give us different engines that affect acceleration, top speed, reverse speed in different ways? I would love to see some variety and complexity in the modules.

    All this being said, the game is still evolving with new features being added on a consistent basis. Just like Tanks evolved over the years with many features, new game modes, and vehicles being added, I am sure WoWs will evolve along the same lines. If you have played Tanks in the past, take this game for a spin. If you never played a War Gaming title ever before but you like ships, then there is nothing stopping you from trying it either. It's free to play!!!    … Expand
  70. Karnack
    Sep 21, 2015
    8
    Have been playing it for a few weeks now and am still addicted to it !

    Shame that the Royal Navy and German Navy are not yet in game but am informed that their coming. Quite a few swearing kids in game chat but mostly helpful and probably mature players. Its not perfect but after a few adjustments and the addition of more nations (just USA and Japan atm) will get much better.    Have been playing it for a few weeks now and am still addicted to it !

    Shame that the Royal Navy and German Navy are not yet in game but am informed that their coming.

    Quite a few swearing kids in game chat but mostly helpful and probably mature players.

    Its not perfect but after a few adjustments and the addition of more nations (just USA and Japan atm) will get much better.

    IMHO already better than World Of Tanks and I played that for ages!

    It is technically a free game but there is an in game purchasing system for bonus xp and various ships that appear in store every so often. Tirpitz being one of them.
    In theory you could play through to any tier 10 without spending a penny.    … Expand
  71. Anonymous_Quark
    Sep 23, 2015
    9
    As a veteran World of Tanks (WoT) player, I've been in clan wars, campaigns, tournaments, leagues, company battles, stronghold battles, team battles, and thousands of random battles... Needless to say, I've spent an overwhelming amount of time playing WoT, learning the complexities of an outwardly simple game that, at its core, has immense tactical depth. I've committed to learning theAs a veteran World of Tanks (WoT) player, I've been in clan wars, campaigns, tournaments, leagues, company battles, stronghold battles, team battles, and thousands of random battles... Needless to say, I've spent an overwhelming amount of time playing WoT, learning the complexities of an outwardly simple game that, at its core, has immense tactical depth. I've committed to learning the game mechanics and perfecting upon skills that often feel diminished by unfair metrics of balance and incompetent teammates. However, I'm here to talk about World of Warships (WoWS). Offering many of the same appeals of WoT, WoWS solves many of the former's issues. However, WoWS is (arguably) the exact same type of game albeit with a much more obvious level of complexity. Ultimately, WoWS is firing and maneuvering. Whereas WoT players sometimes found themselves hopelessly outmatched against higher tiered vehicles and tank types (heavy, medium, light and destroyers) mattered little to the metagame (camo and DPM), the different classes of warships (battleships, cruisers, destroyers and aircraft carriers) have significantly more distinctive playstyles. As a result, WoWS players will never feel incapable of affecting the outcome of a battle as WoWS rewards intelligent play in away WoT does not. Although a completely different game, WoWS will feel serendipitously familiar to WoT players who remember feeling excited at the prospect of a game with so much potential and opportunity for growth. I truly recommend that you give it a shot.… Expand
  72. MatthewAMEL
    Feb 22, 2016
    9
    This is my first foray into a MMO game. It is an absolute blast. Gameplay is fantastic, very simple to understand, but has incredible depth.

    I live that wargaming.net is making constant changes/balances/tweaks and the community grows and evolves. Two complaints: 1 no way to get higher than tier V (1-X) without significant grinding. Lots of time invested. I usually have one great    This is my first foray into a MMO game. It is an absolute blast. Gameplay is fantastic, very simple to understand, but has incredible depth.

    I live that wargaming.net is making constant changes/balances/tweaks and the community grows and evolves.

    Two complaints:

    1 no way to get higher than tier V (1-X) without significant grinding. Lots of time invested. I usually have one great game for every 20 crappy ones.

    2 yes, it's free to play...kinda. It's actually a very expensive platform if you want to invest in the whole experience.

    I have a premium account, but no premium ships.    … Expand
  73. Laetima
    Sep 21, 2015
    10
    Incredible graphics, much more intense than tanks, already a ranking system and ranked games from day one! The more you level the more intense it gets with more to do in every classes (Destroyers, Cruiser, Battleships, Carrier).
    Can't wait to play Yamato, congratz!
  74. OnlyOneWing
    Jan 20, 2016
    9
    Great game. I just tried it for the hell of it and I literally lost a whole day of my life to it.

    A few improvements are needed to make it perfect. A "night time map" would be great. More maps would be great. I wish the pace of the whole game was just a "little bit" faster. I just switched to the battleship class, and it feels like everything is in slow motion. Also, I kind of    Great game. I just tried it for the hell of it and I literally lost a whole day of my life to it.

    A few improvements are needed to make it perfect. A "night time map" would be great. More maps would be great.
    I wish the pace of the whole game was just a "little bit" faster. I just switched to the battleship class, and it feels like everything is in slow motion.
    Also, I kind of expected graphics to be better for a 2015 game.    … Expand
  75. nurbsi
    Jan 11, 2016
    8
    Most of the criticism appears to revolve around the inability to understand the game's mechanics. Which is a bit sad since it's really not that complicated - adequately complex, yes, but easy to get into with just a bit of common sense.

    Don't sail in straight lines Don't show your broadside to ships that are larger than you or equal your size Don't shoot AP at ships that are much    Most of the criticism appears to revolve around the inability to understand the game's mechanics. Which is a bit sad since it's really not that complicated - adequately complex, yes, but easy to get into with just a bit of common sense.

    Don't sail in straight lines
    Don't show your broadside to ships that are larger than you or equal your size
    Don't shoot AP at ships that are much larger than you or destroyers
    Don't shoot torpedoes in front of allies

    You can have a lot of fun on mid tiers where the grind is not really an issue, neither in terms of in-game money nor XP.

    Beautiful ship models, some nicely designed maps but little variety.
    I wish there was more of a meta game and some PvE content but that's just not Wargaming's deal, so it would be unfair to criticise them for that.    … Expand
  76. AnthonyWilson
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    I watched a movie about create this game. The graphic and sound is awesome. Really professional creators.
  77. TheMadGolem
    Oct 4, 2015
    9
    Magnificent game. Nothing wrong with the Matchmaking. Everything is well balanced. Deserves all the praise It is get. This a worthy apology letter for World of WarPlanes.
  78. Bribarian
    Nov 19, 2015
    8
    Already I think I will enjoy this game more than Tanks, and I am.

    First off, it's free, that's a big bonus. Graphics are good, the ships look great, and the gameplay is pretty fun and addicting. What I've come to expect out of Wargaming. Not many makers have taken on the age of steel, and you probably won't find a better online game in this era. I feel after a few games in a    Already I think I will enjoy this game more than Tanks, and I am.

    First off, it's free, that's a big bonus.

    Graphics are good, the ships look great, and the gameplay is pretty fun and addicting. What I've come to expect out of Wargaming.

    Not many makers have taken on the age of steel, and you probably won't find a better online game in this era.

    I feel after a few games in a row it loses its charm pretty quick though, and becomes somewhat mindnumbing. I prefer to play 1 or 2 games a day and try to call it. With the grind it's easy to find yourself playing so many games of it in a row you become sick of it.

    I'm also disappointed they didn't put in submarines, it's kind of hard to ignore that huge factor of the era....I can understand the game design would be harder, but maybe high tier premiums in the future.    … Expand
  79. AlmostHistorian
    Jan 29, 2017
    8
    OK, so unlike World of Tanks, World of Warships is actually playable without being a Wallet Warrior or Hacker. The grind is a little annoying and I feel that Russian Bias is present in parts of the Russian CA and DD line. Though if you start playing, avoid the Carrier line almost entirely until they do the rework. Overall it is a fairly balanced game, with new lines for the British,OK, so unlike World of Tanks, World of Warships is actually playable without being a Wallet Warrior or Hacker. The grind is a little annoying and I feel that Russian Bias is present in parts of the Russian CA and DD line. Though if you start playing, avoid the Carrier line almost entirely until they do the rework. Overall it is a fairly balanced game, with new lines for the British, French, and Italians planned and in the works. Each line has it's own play style with every player getting a chance to figure our his or her own play style. Overall, I give it a 8 out of ten, it has a good premise, lots of good mechanics, though balance can be improved, and there is a little bit of a pay-wall, but it's nothing that can't be overcome by not buying any of the ships.… Expand
  80. GamingSince76
    Jul 14, 2017
    9
    I've remained interested in this game for two years now. I am still finding out new things. It's not pay to win either, premium ships will earn you more credits, but everything boils down to the skill of its captain. It's amazing how much military history, attention to detail, and nuance they have packed into this game (shell arms, muzzle velocity) -- and they keep making it better.I've remained interested in this game for two years now. I am still finding out new things. It's not pay to win either, premium ships will earn you more credits, but everything boils down to the skill of its captain. It's amazing how much military history, attention to detail, and nuance they have packed into this game (shell arms, muzzle velocity) -- and they keep making it better. Wargaming listens to its players and makes adjustments; yes, some people never agree, but they keep it fresh with ranked play, new ships, maps, game modes (called Operations). Divisioning up with 3 team members makes controlling flanks easier, so look to real strategy in the map. If you're looking for just something to sail broadside against a legendary German battleship, this game is not for you.… Expand
  81. Cicatrix
    Feb 11, 2017
    8
    This is probably my favorite death match style game currently out. My reasoning is that, to me, its just fun. Even on the worst game I've played I still feel like I have had a good time as opposed to other games. Once you find your style of ship and appropriate nation you really take off. The amount of money returned is good, the XP gained is good, but I think they should increase theThis is probably my favorite death match style game currently out. My reasoning is that, to me, its just fun. Even on the worst game I've played I still feel like I have had a good time as opposed to other games. Once you find your style of ship and appropriate nation you really take off. The amount of money returned is good, the XP gained is good, but I think they should increase the amount you get from losses, they could also use a few more maps. The carrier game play could use some work, it is fun and interesting since its kind of a different game with RTS elements. Their is that typical Wargaming problem in that each game feels like it is predetermined whether you win or lose for each game.… Expand
  82. SPC_Garver
    Feb 29, 2016
    8
    The basic game play mechanics are sound with excellent graphics and a large stable of unlockable ships to play as. The combat mechanics are a breath of fresh air in the war simulator market. Though the mechanics can become stale over time, but the continual grind to unlock the next tier of ships helps break up the monotony. Overall the game is solid and very enjoyable.
  83. Kingpin61
    Nov 21, 2017
    10
    I have nearly 10 thousand games in WoWs. The game in incredibly entertaining, Making credits above T8 is quite difficult, but doable, for a free player. Some people say that the game is P2W, but it really isn't. There are only a few premium ships that are truly OP, and they have been removed from sale permanently. The gameplay is fun and the Visuals and sounds are immaculate. I have anI have nearly 10 thousand games in WoWs. The game in incredibly entertaining, Making credits above T8 is quite difficult, but doable, for a free player. Some people say that the game is P2W, but it really isn't. There are only a few premium ships that are truly OP, and they have been removed from sale permanently. The gameplay is fun and the Visuals and sounds are immaculate. I have an i5-6500 and a 1050Ti and have the highest settings and still manage an easy 60fps. The game has many legal mods and a very active modding and competitive community, and has a major balance/feature patch every 3 weeks or so. I would recommend this game to anyone.… Expand
  84. ShodanSpectre
    Jul 1, 2016
    8
    I got into WoWS after Silent Hunter IV - a very realistic and fun naval game, albeit effectively single-player only. In general I enjoy complex, realistic high-risk high-reward games. Many of the reviews here complain about things that I like, i.e. that the game's mechanics are non intuitive and require some study, i.e. that sometimes you get teamed up with people who've got no clue whatI got into WoWS after Silent Hunter IV - a very realistic and fun naval game, albeit effectively single-player only. In general I enjoy complex, realistic high-risk high-reward games. Many of the reviews here complain about things that I like, i.e. that the game's mechanics are non intuitive and require some study, i.e. that sometimes you get teamed up with people who've got no clue what they are doing - well, that's the opportunity to prove that YOU do know what you're doing! By wiping out half the enemy's team or solo-capturing all the control points. Been there done that. Not many times, but the opportunity is always there.

    Unlike many MMOs, this one doesn't lend itself that much to creating persistent player communities (guilds, clans, corporations, etc). They introduced the "fleet" feature but in my experience it isn't used that much. Most people myself included play either random encounter or the rank encounter, which also uses random per-battle player matching but keeps track of your rank as you win or lose each fight. The rank-based games keeps team sizes to 7 vs 7 so every player feels (and is, in theory) significant.

    Some people here complain it has a p2w model. It's more like "pay to get the high-level ships" - it's true that once you get to lvl 7 ships you're gonna be wasting most of your reward for a fight for "fixing" the ship - which is highest if you get sunk in a battle, which happens roughly half the time if you're an average player.

    Paying doesn't affect your win chances, average score per battle, rank among other teammates or average damage dealt in any given fight though. Those are some of the metrics that can be used to tell who "wins" at the game and who... not so much.

    I have a lvl 8 cruiser and in all honesty the game doesn't get dramatically different from lvl 5-6. I'd say lvl-5 is where each race-shipclass combination gets "established" in concept, i.e. "Jap destroyers and very stealthy and have good torps but weak guns and weak smokescreens". Or "Battleships have long-range artillery", or "Russian/Soviet destroyers have artillery rangle almost like that of cruisers". lvls 1-4 are kinda wildcard for every ship - i.e. the japs have a lvl-3 battleship which is anything but long-range, and is very misleading as someone's first ship of the class.

    Some say MatchMaking is terrible - IDK what you guys smoke, honestly. If anything, it works very well, I've yet to see an unbalanced team once.

    The game is evolving - not so long ago weather effects were added, although they don't seem to affect gameplay mechanics much (i.e. detection range and aircraft efficiency doesn't change during a storm).

    The pros:
    + Good balance and variety of ships. It can throw a few oddballs at you on the lower levels, but once you reach lvl-5: if you loose, it's your own fault, not the ship's. There are four ship classes but the race matters a lot too. Sometimes I feel like Soviet and U.S. destroyers are almost closer to Jap cruisers than to Jap destroyers.
    + Good graphics and mechanics. Some MMOs have graphics, physics bugs and glitches, teleporting around. Have yet to see any in WoWS. Feels like LAN game playing with people across the world.
    + Lots of tactics you can employ depending on your ship class. Every ship class has roles but sometimes going outside of what you're expected to do pays off too.

    The cons:
    - Grind/Pay wall. Pay either $$ or insane amounts of time to progress. Getting past lvl 7 without paying is... Well, let's say it would require almost insane skills, a league above the median player - surviving with minimal damage AND winning most of your battles.
    - Very limited options and incentive for creating persistent player teams.
    - No persistent world (yet). But I've heard they are working on creating more "MMO elements.". Area sieges, sovereignity, open world battles... It would be nice if they added that, but that would be a different game entirely.
    - No submarines. I understand the balance issues that made the devs write them off (there were subs in the first alpha versions, but they didn't find a way to balance them). It's not a bad thing per se, just mildly disappointing for those who'd love to see submarines in a game about WWII naval warfare.    … Expand
  85. Generozo
    Nov 13, 2017
    10
    Awesome online game. Playing since launch, devs made tons of changes towards making it more cool.
    The PvE missions are super fun for those who get tired of PvP battles.

    Highly recommend!
  86. Shaedrin
    Apr 18, 2016
    8
    For someone who loves the history of the WWII Pacific theater, this game just blew my mind with the attention to detail given to all the ships and their respective capabilities.

    My few bits of criticism of this game is that at some tiers of play, higher level ships are actually worse than lower ships. That coupled with the minimal rewards for matches compared to repair costs makes it    For someone who loves the history of the WWII Pacific theater, this game just blew my mind with the attention to detail given to all the ships and their respective capabilities.

    My few bits of criticism of this game is that at some tiers of play, higher level ships are actually worse than lower ships. That coupled with the minimal rewards for matches compared to repair costs makes it quite obvious this is a pay to win game...or at the very least, pay to keep your ship floating. I upgraded my tier 5 Japanese destroyer (Minekaze) to the tier 6 destroyer (Mutsuki), and despite it being the EXACT same ship except for more powerful torpedoes, was a step BACKWARDS in overall performance. Slower ship, slower turns, faster to get dead.

    Then there is the grind.....oh my god. IF you have the time to invest, awesome for you. But even the first tier carriers require such massive amounts of xp to get the next ship in the line that you could potentially be playing that ship for a looooong time, especially the Japanese carriers, which almost ALWAYS seem to get thrown against an American carrier where their planes chew yours up with ease despite you upgrading your planes to be a "match" for them. On my Japanese carrier, I have been playing it for 2 weeks and am STILL nowhere close to getting the next tier as I barely get 500 xp for losing a fight, which almost always happens.

    Even if you win a fight, it is still pretty meager in the rewards. Had my best game ever in a Destoryer the other night....5 kills, 50+ hits, 7 cit hits, 5 fires started, I was a rock star. Rewards....4th highest in xp (seriously), 150k cash, not even 1500 xp. Pretty **** rewards for someone who was basically the MVP of the team.

    No game will ever be "perfect"...not even the almighty Warcraft. But what this game gets right, it REALLY gets right which is the detail of the ships. Stats, damage dealt(or taken), expenses, and rewards (both xp and cash) could stand to use some tweaking.    … Expand
  87. WCM320
    Feb 6, 2021
    8
    For what this game is, its' about as good as you can ask for.
    Most of the issues are more with the company and less the game.
  88. jaroslav
    Dec 9, 2019
    10
    The game is really good. Great graphics. I watched a video about its creation. Many programmers worked on the smallest details in this game.
  89. Alex192
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    The game is very attention-grabbing, has been sitting for more than one hour, holds the desire to play, graphics are pleasing to the eye, excellent
  90. momomk
    Nov 1, 2019
    10
    Самый медленный в истории симулятор казино
  91. JhonnyD
    Nov 28, 2019
    10
    Thanks to creators of the game. Everything, weapons guns and ships seems so real. Sounds are so perfect. Lets play!
  92. darkmagewarlock
    Feb 23, 2021
    10
    this game made me feel alot of hate, sadness, anger, frustration and other bad emotions. 10 score
  93. Aleksandr_74
    Apr 3, 2021
    10
    Good day to you! Since childhood, I was fond of marine themes - so I was looking forward to launching this game in an open test. I will tell you about World of Warships-the next games of Wargaming, the creators of the extremely famous World of Tanks and the extremely disastrous World of Warplanes. Stunning graphics, great gameplay with the development of their ships. The controls were alsoGood day to you! Since childhood, I was fond of marine themes - so I was looking forward to launching this game in an open test. I will tell you about World of Warships-the next games of Wargaming, the creators of the extremely famous World of Tanks and the extremely disastrous World of Warplanes. Stunning graphics, great gameplay with the development of their ships. The controls were also very pleasant, as if you were driving a real ship. I've been playing for a long time. It's been too long)… Expand
  94. ardaulgur
    Apr 5, 2021
    8
    In the first it might be hard and boring but after tier V, you gonna be enjoy.
  95. myraly
    Apr 6, 2021
    9
    Very Fun Game. Great for kids who like strategy games and has NO violence at all, great for the whole family. I have a rest in the game, it allows me to think, but not to relax. In general, everything is clear and I would like more prizes. While playing, you just don't notice how time flies. The design is bright and colorful. I recommend everyone to try this game. It's fun and exciting.
  96. oberty
    Apr 8, 2021
    9
    We need more games like this, they are made with great detail and affection, it is not a game to run, if not to enjoy the adventure. Just look at this graphic! A really very good game. Everything works without problems and complaints. I really liked the interface and the functionality of the game itself. The game is excellent, does not slow down, does not throw it to the desktop. I recommend.
  97. VinnieThePukh
    Apr 13, 2021
    10
    The game is excellent, I recently discovered it for myself. A new and interesting way to spend your free time on the Internet and relax. Everything is done very professionally and with high quality, the graphics are at the highest level. In short, I recommend it with a pure heart. Almost all of my friends are already playing this game. And I'm not going to stop either, the game is gettingThe game is excellent, I recently discovered it for myself. A new and interesting way to spend your free time on the Internet and relax. Everything is done very professionally and with high quality, the graphics are at the highest level. In short, I recommend it with a pure heart. Almost all of my friends are already playing this game. And I'm not going to stop either, the game is getting more and more addictive every day.… Expand
  98. DanielPanfilov
    Apr 28, 2021
    10
    My work is hard and responsible. Sometimes you want to unload yourself emotionally. I found a way out for myself - the game World of Warships. Moreover, the mood improves, but health does not deteriorate.
  99. OrsonJackson
    May 5, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My WORLD OF WARSHIPS game has become part of my evening routine. I really enjoy being immersed in this world. Realism of the picture and high-quality sound work for this. And sea battles add adrenaline to my measured life. Constantly keep me on my toes… Expand
  100. romanBova1985
    May 6, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really liked this game, I just can't tear myself away from it. Real battles of warships. Very colorful graphics and intuitive interface. Accompanied by non-intrusive music. Everything looks very real. Thanks to the developers.… Expand
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#54 Best PC Game of 2015
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#22 Most Discussed PC Game of 2015
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#52 Most Shared PC Game of 2015

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81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. CGMagazine
    Dec 29, 2015
    80
    For a free MMO, it’s technically proficient, looks great, and will provide a fun experience. Even though I couldn’t find myself getting into it, I definitely understand why it has the following it has.
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  2. Eurogamer Poland
    Dec 11, 2015
    80
    Contrary to appearances, slower pace of combat never makes it boring. Successful hits from long distance are very satisfying, even after many hours. It's a pity that the micro-transactions system is not perfect.
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  3. Games Master UK
    Dec 1, 2015
    84
    A unique and satisfying bit of seafaring, with enough depth to rival the Atlantic. [Dec 2015, p.83]
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