Public test server.

Gone New Year holidays, and the public test server is available again. Version 0.12.1767 is installed on it. The developers didn't waste any time: the patch contains fixes for some significant bugs that were discovered earlier.

Major changes:

• The ability to take a combination of consumables into battle, which gave a critical advantage to artillery (reducing reload time), has been removed. The scheme for summing the skills of commanders and crew has also been changed, which led to an excessive reduction in reload time.
• Camouflage errors for some vehicles have been fixed. Including these changes, the long-awaited camouflage system has been added to the game! Camouflages can be purchased for gold or credits in the settings window appearance, and the base paint is unlocked for certain achievements (after which it becomes available for all vehicles). Increases vehicle stealth by 3%.
• Fixed numerous issues with the Scarab PvE mission.
• A number of machines were rebalanced, incl. Level 9 techniques.

A complete list of version changes is available in (1767) and .

UPD: On January 13, the next version of the game (1770) was installed on the server. It cancels some of the changes to fix the reloading problem and adds fixes to the camouflage system. Changing the reservation of the T-90MS NLD is recognized as a bug. You can get acquainted with the patch note.

We remind you that the public test server is the place for players to initially test various updates and patches. IN this moment The PTS is open to all players, but has a limited number of seats. Standard server uptime: from 18:00 to 00:00 Moscow time on testing days. To play on this server you need a separate game client.

How to install a client for PTS

Method 1: based on an already installed game client.

• Create a folder in the GamesMailRu folder (in the same place where the combat client is located) Armored Warfare PTS. If such a directory already exists, delete all contents except the user.cfg file.
• Copy to the Armored Warfare PTS folder all the contents of the folder where the regular game client is located (except for the user.cfg file, if it remains from the PTS)
• If the user.cfg file remains from old version PTS, then launch the PTS client and update it to the latest version.
• If the file is from a regular game client, open it and replace all contents with

sys_usefrontline = 1

net_frontline_address = pts.aw.gmru.net

net_frontline_port = 5050

g_language = Russian

• Launch the PTS in the Game Center, and when the program prompts you to download the client, specify the path to the GamesMailRu\Armored Warfare PTS folder.

Method 2: download the PTS client via the Mail.Ru Game Center.

Tank MMOs are extremely popular among domestic players. Among famous representatives This direction is the game “Armored Warfare: Project Armata”. This is a Mail.Ru Group project, which was developed and until 2017 supported by the Obsidian Entertainment studio. The game invites you to take part in military conflicts of the near future using armored vehicles of different classes - from models of the 50s of the last century to the most modern combat vehicles. Among the progressive models of weapons, the T-14 Armata tank is also available, the name of which is included in the title of the game. There are mandatory PvP battles, and there are also a variety of team missions in PvE mode. Armored Warfare uses the CryEngine and pushes serious system requirements. IN this review We will find out which video cards will provide a comfortable gaming experience with maximum graphics quality in different resolutions.

The CryEngine engine provides detailed a bright picture on a large variety of maps.

The game offers large areas with complex terrain. Combined with abundant vegetation, the local landscapes look very pretty. Relief texturing is intensively used.

A picture rich in details with pleasant lighting effects pleases the eye. There are also well-developed industrial maps with factories and oil complexes. But individual cards There are not enough details, they look more faded against the background of the main locations. So the final impressions are mixed.

Armored Warfare runs on DirectX 11. The game has several graphics quality profiles and a set of manual settings. Maximum visual impressions will be ensured by maximum graphics quality, and it is in this mode that we will compare NVIDIA and AMD video cards. By default, FXAA anti-aliasing works, but SMAA and MSAA algorithms are also supported; the GeForce GTX has an exclusive TXAA mode. Additional testing will be carried out in MSAA 4x quality mode. Higher graphics cards will be tested in high resolutions, up to 4K mode (3840x2160).

The characteristics of the test participants are shown in two tables.

*Base Clock and Boost Clock frequencies shown are based on standard specifications.

All graphics accelerators are tested at nominal. Reference solutions or models were used, the frequencies of which were adjusted to meet standard specifications.

Description of the test configuration below.

Test stand

• Processor: Intel Core i7-6950X @4.1 GHz
• motherboard: MSI X99S MPOWER
• memory: DDR4 Kingston HyperX HX430C15SB2K4/16, 3000 MHz, 4x4 GB
• hard drive: Hitachi HDS721010CLA332, 1 TB
• power supply: Seasonic SS-750KM
• operating system: Windows 10 Ultimate x64
• GeForce driver: NVIDIA GeForce 381.65
• Radeon: Crimson Edition driver 17.4.1

Testing was carried out in game version 0.19 with the maximum quality profile selected.

A recording of the battle was played in the mission “Operation Cobra”, which takes place in a location with abundant vegetation in heavy rain. All this puts maximum stress on video cards, especially when combined with explosions and smoke. The same minute-long episode was repeated six times.

The game has SD and HD versions of the client with different textures. First, let's compare the performance in two versions of the client with the same Ultra quality.

The difference between the two options is minimal. Therefore, feel free to enable HD in the settings; SD mode will only be relevant for very weak video cards with a memory capacity of about 1 GB. In HD mode, video memory load is 500 MB higher, but still below the 2 GB level.

Let's compare NVIDIA and AMD video cards in 1920x1080 resolution at Ultra quality.

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti and GeForce GTX 960 demonstrate 37-47 fps, which may suit an undemanding user. Since these are performances in a heavy test scene, many gaming cards will have higher frame rates. But the minimum option for a comfortable gameplay is the GeForce GTX 780, and better with higher frequencies. In the low-end segment, the GeForce GTX 950 is noticeably faster than the Radeon R9 270X. Senior AMD representatives are losing to the GeForce GTX 780 Ti, and the GeForce GTX 1060 is even further ahead.

Standard Ultra settings include FXAA anti-aliasing. Based on the experience of our other reviews, we can safely say that this is an economical method that has minimal impact on performance, but not the best. SMAA may work a little better; MSAA provides maximum picture quality. This anti-aliasing has a serious impact on performance. Let's see if older video cards can handle MSAA in 4x mode.

This anti-aliasing seriously reduces the performance of all video cards. Only GeForce GTX 1060 and GeForce GTX 780 Ti allow you to play in this mode. The Radeon RX 480 has an unacceptably low frame rate, and the video card itself is at the level of older models - Radeon R9 290X and GeForce GTX 780.

On NVIDIA video cards you can also use special anti-aliasing TXAA. It affects performance at about the MSAA level, but ensures perfectly smooth lines without ladders. The downside of TXAA is that it blurs the picture; image clarity in this mode is slightly reduced.

Let's look at performance at 2560x1440 resolution. The younger models were discarded from this comparison, but the overclocked Radeon RX 480 and the GeForce GTX 1080 at nominal were added.

The senior representative of NVIDIA easily copes with the WQHD format, outperforming the GeForce GTX 1060 by 61-65%. The latter also provides high performance, allowing you to play normally in this mode. Please note that the Radeon RX 480 at maximum frequencies is still weaker than the GeForce GTX 1060 at nominal, and at the initial frequencies the older Radeon loses to the GeForce GTX 780 Ti. You can play on the GeForce GTX 780 only with overclocking.

Will video cards prevail? a high resolution together with MSAA 4x?

An unbearable load for the GeForce GTX 1060 and Radeon RX 480, although the usual ratio is maintained with a serious gap for the NVIDIA video card. Only the GeForce GTX 1080 can play at a resolution of 2560x1440 at MSAA 4x.

The last test will be a comparison of older video cards in 4K mode. Due to the low frame rate in Ultra mode, I had to lower the settings to Very High. Here the GeForce GTX 1060 and Radeon RX 480 are tested at nominal and overclocked.

The GeForce GTX 1060 breaks the 30 fps mark after overclocking, the Radeon RX 480 is traditionally in the rear. In any case, the performance of both is low; only the GeForce GTX 1080 allows you to play in this mode.

conclusions

The game "Armored Warfare: Project Armata" demonstrates nice graphics thanks to the CryEngine engine. But the system requirements are higher compared to other tank MMOs. The minimum option for Ultra quality in Full HD is the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or GeForce GTX 960. The GeForce GTX 1060 video card allows you to play comfortably not only in the standard Ultra mode, but also with the additional activation of high-quality MSAA anti-aliasing. The GeForce GTX 1080 easily handles 2560x1440 resolution and even allows you to play in 4K, but with a slight reduction in graphics settings. AMD video cards in this game are weaker than similar NVIDIA solutions. In particular, the Radeon RX 480 is not only inferior to the GeForce GTX 1060; in heavy modes with MSAA, the video card is even inferior to the GeForce GTX 780 Ti. In the budget segment, NVIDIA solutions also look preferable. 2 GB of video memory is fully enough for resolutions of 1920x1080 and 2560x1440. Higher volume is required for heavy MSAA modes or in 4K format.

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Today, the project is opening another server to the general public, on which additional testing of updates will take place before installing them on the CBT server. This is a public test server (PTS). It will continue to function after the end of the PTA.

To get to the PTS:

In the Game Center, select the “Beta Tests” section (you must log in with an account that has access to the PTA).
Find the PTS Armored Warfare project there and download the client.
Log in to the game.

What are the tasks of test participants:

The purpose of the PTS is to give testers the opportunity to identify critical and important problems before the update is installed on the main server. Also, test participants can be the first to evaluate the changes, study them and express their opinion.

How many players can get to the PTS:

All PTA participants have access to the PTS.
There is a limit on the number of players online on the server. If the server is full, the rest of those interested will fall into the queue.

All players logging into the PTS will receive 10,000,000 credits and free experience each(accrual does not occur immediately upon entry). This stock will be replenished periodically. Additionally, the server has permanent bonuses x5 to all awards received. Also PTS participants can get gold to explore the premium features of the game. It is awarded to active players who have fulfilled certain conditions, which will be specified additionally.

In addition, among active players PTS (regular play on the server, messages about found errors, high-quality reporting) will Supertest teams are formed, whose participants will receive special tasks and additional testing opportunities.

Progress, experience, currency and any other achievements received on the PTS are not transferred to the main game server!

The features of this update are:

General:

Added specials shells for self-propelled guns.
- Added equipment.
- The number of PvE maps has been expanded to 12.

New equipment has been added and development branches have been updated:

T-54
- M48 Patton
- Object 155
- Object 430
- Centauro 120
- FV721
- Begleitpanzer 57

Improved optimization of the game client for various PC configurations.

Information about new self-propelled gun ammunition and equipment can be found in special articles:

Shells: In addition to shells that damage enemy vehicles, artillery has additional ammunition. With their help, a player of this class can provide significant assistance to the team even if there is no enemy in the area.
Lighting projectile

It illuminates a certain area of ​​the area for some time. Unmasks (makes visible) all equipment within range. It will help to detect the enemy in an area inaccessible to allied reconnaissance.

Smoke shell

For some time hides all equipment in the area of ​​effect. Can disguise allies who find themselves in a difficult situation.
These shells in the game belong to the “Support” category, and when replenishing ammunition they can be found in the second tab. Additional projectiles require unlocking just like other ammo. Their limit per unit of equipment is not related to the limit of projectiles that cause damage.

Over time, the number of types of support ammunition is planned to be expanded.

What's happened equipment?
Equipment - additional elements to improve technology, affecting various parameters and characteristics. The player himself chooses the equipment that he wants to install on a particular machine, so everyone can upgrade the machine according to their needs.
You can install equipment, view upgrade options, and explore the entire set available for equipment in the service interface on the “Equipment” tab.

Installation and types of equipment

The equipment is not tied to a specific model of equipment. Once you have the piece of equipment you want open, you can install it on all the machines it fits without learning anything extra. However, existing class restrictions will still have to be taken into account.

Equipment types:

· Security.
· Firepower.
· Mobility.
· Equipment.

Each type increases the corresponding tank performance. Only one piece of equipment of each type can be installed on a machine; there are special cells for this in the service interface.

A universal cell is an additional cell where you can put any available equipment, regardless of its type.
Up to 4 slots are available on each machine. For some models, this number is less (for example, 3), and on starting vehicles, installation of equipment may not be available at all.
For each model of equipment, the set of available equipment is unique.

Specifications

Most types of equipment have several specifications (maximum three), which are opened sequentially. Each level of specification increases the efficiency of the equipment.

Receiving equipment

The equipment requires opening. Moreover, each type of equipment has its own conditions for obtaining it. For example, in order to install the desired element on your Artillery class vehicle, you will first have to upgrade one of the armored fighting vehicles to a certain level. The conditions for opening each equipment model are indicated in the game in tooltips when you hover over the corresponding icon.

The update size is quite large - 11GB.

Attention! Today, July 14, x10 ratings are enabled on the PTS server. Bonus credits and experience will be awarded later and gradually (the process takes several hours).

A review and screenshots will appear on the site soon. new technology, which is available on PTS.

Armored Warfare- a new military action game from Obsidian Entertainment. Challenge real opponents or team up with friends in challenging PvE missions. At your disposal are the most powerful fighting vehicles of mankind, your goal is to destroy the enemy in any conditions, your cover is your own military base! CryENGINE 3 technology is responsible for graphics and realism.

Download Armored Warfare game client at the link below:

Once registration is complete and the ArmoredWarfare client file has downloaded, open it. When starting for the first time, specify the folder to save distributions of downloaded games, and also read the License Agreement. After completing these steps, check the required box and click “Continue”.

You will find yourself on the Armored Warfare: Project Armata page in the Game Center, where the download will automatically begin, and then the installation of the client, after which it will appear in the upper right part of the window "Play" button. Below it you will see a block of information about the server (its status, number of players, etc.).

LAUNCHING THE GAME

To launch Armored Warfare: Project Armata, click the “Play” button. To continue, log in to the program by entering your address and password from current address Email Mail.Ru(@mail.ru, @inbox.ru, @bk.ru, @list.ru). If you don't have email, register it on Mail.Ru.

When you first log in, you will be shown a window with the Terms of Use. Read the text and confirm your agreement with it by clicking the " Accept" After this, create a game profile by indicating your nickname in the special field. You can use the Latin and Cyrillic alphabet with spaces, as well as numbers and underscores. Special characters are prohibited. Confirm creation account in the game by clicking the "OK" button.

There is no need to download the Armored Warfare game for free via torrent, latest version games are always available through the OFFICIAL downloader.

Public test server - PTS - open to all players participating in the CBT

Today, the project is opening another server to the general public, on which additional testing of updates will take place before installing them on the CBT server. This is a public test server (PTS). Please note: all players can play on the PTS, without exception.

How to get to PTS?

In the Game Center, select the “Beta Tests” section (you must log in with an account that has access to the PTA).
. Find the PTS Armored Warfare project there and download the client.
. Log in to the game.

What are the tasks of test takers?

The purpose of the PTS is to give testers the opportunity to identify critical and important problems before the update is installed on the main server. Also, test participants can be the first to evaluate the changes, study them and express their opinion.

How many players can get on the PTS?

All PTA participants have access to the PTS.
. There is a limit on the number of players online on the server. If the server is full, the rest of those interested will fall into the queue.

All players entering the PTS will receive 10,000,000 credits and free experience (accrual does not occur immediately upon login). This stock will be replenished periodically. Additionally, the server has permanent bonuses x5 to all awards received.
Also PTS participants can get gold to explore the premium features of the game. It is awarded to active players who have fulfilled certain conditions, which will be specified additionally.

In addition, among active players PTS (regular play on the server, messages about found errors, high-quality reporting) will Supertest teams are formed, whose participants will receive special tasks and additional testing opportunities.

Messages about errors found on the PTS are accepted. Discussion of changes to the PTS outside of this section is not welcome.