WoT 1.26.1 Common Test: Recon Mission – Local Weather

Local Weather is a common name for a whole new category of map events dealing with weather and environment that will be tested in the Recon Mission mode. The list (which is incomplete and features only the events from the current test) includes fog, rain, forest fires, and sandstorms.

Local Weather is a natural extension of the concept of Random Events, which are designed to:

• Give you more tactical options on well-known maps
• Make maps more attractive visually

Just like Random Events, Local Weather exists in certain zones of specific maps and influences the gameplay.

• Rain: Westfield, Fisherman’s Bay
• Fog: Outpost, Fjords
• Forest fire: Murovanka
• Sandstorm: Sand River

Unlike Random Events, Local Weather is permanent. Its areas are static, and it stays there throughout the entire battle. These areas are constantly shown on the minimap.

Also, Local Weather affects the gameplay for both those inside and those outside its area. For example, if you drive into fog, it will hide you from enemies who are outside, but your own view range will decrease.

Common Effects of Local Weather

All Local Weather has a common set of effects that applies to all events. The boundaries of the events break line of sight for both those inside and those outside, so you will not be able to spot players in the area if you are outside it, and vice versa. Also, the spotting range inside any Local Weather event area is halved.

Unique Effects of Local Weather

Besides the common effects, some Local Weather events possess unique effects that only work for (or against) the players inside their area. Staying in flames for longer than several seconds will cause periodic damage to your vehicle. Rain will decrease terrain resistance of vehicles in its area but will also significantly decrease the possibility of a fire.

Weather Effects and System Performance