World of Tanks releases "development trees" for in-game tanks
World of Tanks is a game that's caught the attention of many MMO gamers thanks to its unusual approach. It's not your standard fantasy or sci-fi game, it's a WWII-themed game that puts you in the driver's seat of a tank. Take your pick: "...your arsenal includes more than 150 armored vehicles from America, Germany, and the Soviet Union, carefully detailed with historical accuracy."
The latest news on World of Tanks is a set of detailed charts on that arsenal. These "development trees" -- one for each of the three countries -- outline the journey from your basic starter tank to the ultimate dream tank. The exciting thing about the development trees is the use of some lesser-known designs, something that enthusiasts are sure to appreciate. Producer Victor Kislyi says: "In our game we are in a way trying to expand beyond the borders of real history by introducing some models of weaponry that were not mass-produced and existed only on paper or were used in a limited number of battles. Thus, we give our fans a chance to see what the war would have been like if it hadn't been finished in 1945 or the evolution of tank-construction had gone in a different direction."
The current development trees are for Soviet, German, and American tanks. If you're hoping for a greater variety, hang in there because Wargaming.net plans to add more nations after release.
World of Tanks is scheduled for release this fall.
