World of Tanks Guide

Greetings, Commander!

Did you just start playing World of Tanks? This week? Yesterday? An hour ago? Maybe you're downloading it right now? Regardless, we're glad to have you, and we're here to help. If you find yourself entering battle and getting pulverized, we get it -- nobody starts as an expert. World of Tanks is super fun, but it works a bit differently than your average action game. Understanding the difference isn't hard, but not always obvious. That's why we've created Newcomer Central: a curation of the best gameplay advice for entry-level players.

If you're new, then keep this page handy as you begin your fledgling tank career.

Don't Forget to Train!

Every new player is directed to the training mission when they first begin World of Tanks. It only takes a few valuable minutes to learn by doing -- the game shows you the basic controls and combat principles. Then supplement your training with the resources below!

World of Tanks Newcomer's Guide Reference pages on the absolute basics of World of Tanks
Game Controls Quick look at keyboard/mouse controls.	Garage Visual guide to your main Garage view.
Battle Screen Understand what's up when battle's on!
World of Tanks Video Guides
Map Guides Where to go on the battlefields.	Do's and Don'ts Learn what to do and what not to do.
Chieftain Teaches The Chieftain goes over game mechanics.
Tank Class Comics

Forums The official forum is where players go to talk tanks!
Newcomers' Forum Ask questions, get answers	Game Guides and Tutorials Community members share their tips
Next Steps You got the basics, now learn more about World of Tanks' finer points
Tanks & Tactics From the Newcomer's Guide: Key points of each kind of vehicle	Tank Classes Overview of the tank classes and their roles on the battlefield