World of Tanks Update 8.10 Brings Japanese-centric Machinery & Enhanced Visuals

By Vernon 1 Min Read December 4, 2013

Wargaming, the leading free-to-play MMO developer and publisher has released details for Update 8.10 of its popular World of Tanks MMO. The update will bring two branches of Japanese tanks into the game.

The new national tech tree will feature 14 Japanese armoured machines, including four light tanks, topped with the Type 5 Ke-Ho and 9 medium machines, led by the top-tier STB-1, along with the M42 (turret Hellcat) premium medium tank.

WoT_Renders_Japan_Renault_Otsu — Image credit: Wargaming

WoT_Screens_Tanks_Japan_Chi_Nu — Image credit: Wargaming

WoT_Screens_Tanks_Japan_Ha_Go — Image credit: Wargaming

WoT_Screens_Tanks_Japan_Ke_Ni — Image credit: Wargaming

The update will also bring visual enhancements with a major overhaul of the game’s lighting system. The revamped lighting and shadow system will bring more realism and offer a more immersive gaming experience.

Vernon December 4, 2013

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