- Publisher: Wargaming Group
- Release Date: May 26, 2026
- Also On: PC, Xbox Series X
- Summary: World of Tanks: HEAT is the first ever hero-driven tank action game. Choose your Agent, personalize your tank, and combine skill and strategy to dominate the battlefield.
- Developer: Wargaming Group
- Genre(s): Simulation, Vehicle, Combat
- # of players: Up to 20
- Cheats: On GameFAQs
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 2 out of 5
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Mixed: 3 out of 5
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Negative: 0 out of 5
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Jun 2, 2026Wargaming’s attempt at a more broadly appealing World of Tanks game hits the target. It may be a little grindy, even by free-to-play standards, but it’s such a blast to play that you can probably overlook it while they (hopefully) continue to refine the in-game economy. An easy recommendation for competitive shooter fans.
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Jun 15, 2026If you’re even remotely curious about hero shooters then this is definitely one worth trying thanks to its engaging mix of tactical tank gameplay and hero shooter systems.
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Jun 3, 2026World of Tanks HEAT isn’t the kind of free-to-play game that’s going to revolutionise the genre, but its accessible blend of hero shooter and tank battles works well and is guaranteed to give you a good time – far more than you might expect – with a few adrenaline-fuelled matches.
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Jun 8, 2026World of Tanks: Heat successfully transforms tank combat into a fast-paced hero shooter with solid gameplay, strong maps, and impressive visuals. However, shallow worldbuilding, heavy grinding, limited content, and balance issues prevent it from becoming a long-term multiplayer obsession.
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Jun 15, 2026The limited game modes and the tanky controls put a damper on the experience. Especially as an online sandbox where players can face off with bigger guns and larger explosions, there’s a lot of potential for growth and expansion. Being a live-service game like this will come in handy, and future expansions and updates could help remedy some of the problems that currently create a barrier of entry. While the game is a solid free-to-play title and the premium model means there is plenty of room to grow, World of Tanks: HEAT has some work to do before it can really overtake the competition. Especially if you’re looking for a different kind of shooter, this is the game to play.