The final act has started! Face the Ice Queen and save the holidays in The Siege of Frostbite Castle and make the most of the last days of Winter Calendar gifts.
And yes, you’re reading that title right. This is the last Wot’s Happening article for 2024. And because of the holiday period, we’ll combine the weeks of December 24th and December 31st into this article.
On behalf of the World of Tanks Modern Armor team, we’d like to thank you for being part of such an incredible year. Here’s to more epic battles in 2025!
Click below or read on to see WoT’s Happening:
SPECIAL EVENT MODE: THE SIEGE OF FROSTBITE CASTLE
The Ice Queen has tried to take over Santa’s village and expand her domain. Luckily, you were there to stop her. Now it’s time to turn the tide and save the holidays in the epic conclusion of “The Ice Queen’s Lament.”
Assault Frostbite Castle in your favorite Toy Tank and face the Ice Queen herself in battle. It won’t be easy, but you’ll be handsomely rewarded for your efforts with Community Challenge rewards!
Get the details you need on The Siege of Frostbite Castle in this article.
WINTER FEST
With a finale as grand as the one waiting for you at Frostbite Castle, Winter Fest’s legacy is assured. Click below to see what else awaits you throughout the holiday period.
WINTER CALENDAR – ENDING SOON
All good things must come to an end. And, sadly, the 2024 Winter Calendar is no exception.
But don’t worry! You still have through December 31 to get daily gifts. So, remember to log in once per day between 11:01 AM UTC and 10:59 AM UTC the following day to receive your notification to open your gift.
On December 31, log in and open your final gift to welcome the brand-new 2024 Holiday Tank to your collection!
More details here.
NEW CONTRACTS
Here’s an idea for a New Year’s resolution: taking on a Merc contract.
Every collection needs at least ONE Mercenary tank, and the best part about contracts? You can earn some hefty rewards while making your way toward your new vehicle. The tanks available in the last contracts for 2024 are:
REMEMBER: The contracts go live on December 31. Get all the details you need in their dedicated article.
CHALLENGES AND EVENTS
Seasonal Challenges
Keep making the most of your Winter Fest experience with these seasonal Challenges! Which will you be tackling next?
| GOAL | REWARD |
|---|---|
|
Play a battle on a Winter Map |
One of the following boosts, applied at random: x3 Commander XP x2 Vehicle XP x3 Free XP x2 Silver |
RESTRICTIONS |
[MERGE] |
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World War II: Available to all Tiers Cold War: Available to all Eras Available to Multiplayer and Co-Op only Available to Winter Maps only |
[MERGE] |
| GOAL | REWARD |
|---|---|
|
Earn 15,000 XP in any number of battles |
Snowballs (40) |
RESTRICTIONS |
[MERGE] |
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World War II: Available to all Tiers Cold War: Available to all Eras Available to Multiplayer and Co-Op only |
[MERGE] |
| GOAL | REWARD |
|---|---|
|
Win a battle |
Yule War Chest (1) |
RESTRICTIONS |
[MERGE] |
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World War II: Available to all Tiers Cold War: Available to all Eras Available to Multiplayer, Co-Op, and Special Event battles only Available once per day per account |
[MERGE] |
SPECIAL SALES
Tech Tree Discounts + Premium Tank Sales
The theme of this WoT’s Happening is preparation. After all, we’re heading into the new year, and the last thing you’d want is to be unprepared for the challenges ahead.
Through January 6th, take advantage of a 30% discount on ALL World War II Tech Tree tanks from Tier VI to Tier X and ALL Cold War Tech Tree tanks from Era 2 and Era 3.
And because nothing should stop you from having the tank you want for your first battles of 2025, enjoy 15% off handpicked World War II Premiums! Get them with either Gold or Free XP.
See the complete list of discounted World War II Premium tanks available in this article.
New Year Sales
And once you have your vehicles, why not prep them with boosters for increased post-battle earnings and Premium Consumables to use in your matches?
Starting December 31st, save big on both with our New Year Sales.
Big Booster Bundles
- x5 Vehicle XP Booster (25)
- x5 Vehicle XP Booster (50)
- x5 Vehicle XP Booster (100)
- x8 Commander XP Booster (25)
- x8 Commander XP Booster (50)
- x8 Commander XP Booster (100)
- x2 Silver Booster (25)
- x2 Silver Booster (50)
- x2 Silver Booster (100)
- x5 Vehicle XP Booster (25)
5,000 Gold
3,750 Gold
25% Savings!
- x5 Vehicle XP Booster (50)
10,000 Gold
6,500 Gold
35% Savings!
- x5 Vehicle XP Booster (100)
20,000 Gold
10,000 Gold
50% Savings!
- x8 Commander XP Booster (25)
6,000 Gold
4,500 Gold
25% Savings!
- x8 Commander XP Booster (50)
12,000 Gold
7,800 Gold
35% Savings!
- x8 Commander XP Booster (100)
24,000 Gold
12,000 Gold
50% Savings!
- x2 Silver Booster (25)
4,675 Gold
3,500 Gold
25% Savings!
- x2 Silver Booster (50)
9,350 Gold
6,070 Gold
35% Savings!
- x2 Silver Booster (100)
18,700 Gold
9,350 Gold
50% Savings!
Premium Consumable Bundles
- Enhanced Repair Kit (50)
- Enhanced Med Kit (50)
- Enhanced Fire Suppressor (50)
- Enhanced Rations (50)
- Enhanced Repair Kit (100)
- Enhanced Med Kit (100)
- Enhanced Fire Suppressor (100)
- Enhanced Rations (100)
- Enhanced Repair Kit (50)
1,250 Gold
1,060 Gold
15% Savings!
- Enhanced Med Kit (50)
1,250 Gold
1,060 Gold
15% Savings!
- Enhanced Fire Suppressor (50)
1,250 Gold
1,060 Gold
15% Savings!
- Enhanced Rations (50)
1,250 Gold
1,060 Gold
15% Savings!
- Enhanced Repair Kit (100)
2,500 Gold
1,875 Gold
25% Savings!
- Enhanced Med Kit (100)
2,500 Gold
1,875 Gold
25% Savings!
- Enhanced Fire Suppressor (100)
2,500 Gold
1,875 Gold
25% Savings!
- Enhanced Rations (100)
2,500 Gold
1,875 Gold
25% Savings!
Garage Gems
You arrive at that holiday party (the one you HAD to go to), and you see that person who likes to show off the jewelry they received as a present. But deep down, you know they wished it was a Garage Gem instead.
Get your choice of specially selected Premium tanks for World War II and Cold War, available at a 15% discount.
All Premium vehicle bundles purchased from the Store come with their own Vehicle slot and a mix of standard and Premium ammo. If you want to send any of the bundles below as a gift, make sure that you and the receiver are friends on both your device and in the game.
December Tank of the Month DLC:T-62M-1
Thanks to this tank’s reliable gun, sloped turret armor, and ease of use, it's easy to see why the T-62M-1 became a favorite among Era 2 enthusiasts.
Head into 2025 with a dependable all-rounder plus bonus content with December’s Tank of the Month bundle:
- T-62M-1 Escalation Era (Era 2) Eastern Alliance Medium Tank
- 850 Gold
- Premium Account – 3 Days
- x1.5 Silver Boosters (10)
This bundle can be yours for $9.99 USD. Get it for your system of choice at the links below:
WEEKLY SALES #1
Since this Wot’s Happening covers two weeks instead of one, we’ll be splitting the Weekly Sales section to cover all the offers. Please note the dates and times of each sale when you reach these parts of the article.
Remember, Commander: All Premium vehicle bundles purchased from the Store come with their own Vehicle slot and a mix of standard and Premium ammo. If you want to send any of the bundles below as a gift, make sure that you and the receiver are friends on both your device and in the game.
Weekly Deal #1
That’s a fast gun for a heavy, innit? And some proper gun depression values at that! Fancy a discount on it to pair with that discounted Booster bundle?
- x4 Commander XP Booster (10)
- x3 Vehicle XP Booster (10)
2,030 Gold
850 Gold
58% Savings
Wallet Savers #1
Every week, you’ll find new Wallet Savers—Premium vehicles for both World War II and Cold War that are available at a 30% discount, that week only. Take a look at the latest deals!
12,969 Gold
9,000 Gold
30% Savings
Super Savings #1
Earn battle XP to unlock the deals below at a 50% discount. Each Super Savings vehicle or Skin offer is available to players who don’t yet own the tank or Skin. Each offer is available for 72 hours from the moment you unlock it in game. Don’t miss out!
- Included in this offer: French Tier VII HMH AMX 13 57 Light Tank
- A member of the legendary Heavy Metal Heroes collection! You can leave it to this tank’s acceleration, speed, and autoloader to deliver a thundering performance in any battle.
- Earn 8,000 XP in battle to unlock the 50% Super Savings discount.
7,355 Gold
3,605 Gold
50% Savings
- Included in this offer: British Tier IX FV4201 Chieftain Proto Heavy Tank
- Now THIS is a tank made for holding the line! Take advantage of its robust turret armor and high alpha-damage gun to become one of the best hull-down players in any match.
- Earn 20,000 XP in battle to unlock the 50% Super Savings discount.
14,444 Gold
7,200 Gold
50% Savings
- Included in this offer: Mercenary Tier X Ruthless Tank Destroyer
- It’s in the name. Thin the enemy team with its devastating gun and use peek-a-boom tactics to take advantage of cover while you reload your next shot.
- Earn 40,000 XP in battle to unlock the 50% Super Savings discount.
22,880 Gold
11,400 Gold
50% Savings
WEEKLY SALES #2
Head into your first battles of 2025 with confidence with the help of these specials!
Remember, Commander: All Premium vehicle bundles purchased from the Store come with their own Vehicle slot and a mix of standard and Premium ammo. If you want to send any of the bundles below as a gift, make sure that you and the receiver are friends on both your device and in the game.
Weekly Deal #2
This French heavy gives you an excellent gun for hull-down tactics, a notable top speed of approximately 51km/h, and Preferential Matchmaking. Prepare it with boosters for each post-battle earning, and you have one of the best combinations to start the new year with.
- x4 Commander XP Booster (5)
- x3 Vehicle XP Booster (5)
- x1.5 Silver Booster (5)
- x3 Free XP Booster (5)
1,510 Gold
640 Gold
57% Savings
Wallet Savers #2
Every week, you’ll find new Wallet Savers—Premium vehicles for both World War II and Cold War that are available at a 30% discount, that week only.
All Premium vehicle bundles purchased from the Store come with their own Vehicle slot and a mix of standard and Premium ammo. If you want to send any of the bundles below as a gift, make sure that you and the receiver are friends on both your device and in the game.
11,440 Gold
8,000 Gold
30% Savings
Super Savings #2
Earn battle XP to unlock the deals below at a 50% discount. Each Super Savings vehicle or Skin offer is available to players who don’t yet own the tank or Skin. Each offer is available for 72 hours from the moment you unlock it in game. Don’t miss out!
- Included in this offer: British Tier VIII Vindicator Charioteer Tank Destroyer
- Living up to its class’s reputation, the Vindicator Charioteer is primed for destroying tanks. With its high-penetration gun and solid damage values, this vehicle is a must for fans of British tanks and tank destroyers.
- Earn 8,000 XP in battle to unlock the 50% Super Savings discount.
12,577 Gold
6,250 Gold
50% Savings
- Included in this offer: Rock Crawler Escalation Era (Era 2) Independent Tank Destroyer
- With its merciless 183mm gun, Rock Crawler is capable of outstanding alpha damage. It’s the ideal vehicle to make short work of the enemy and complete damage-related Challenges.
- Earn 20,000 XP in battle to unlock the 50% Super Savings discount.
12,944 Gold
6,400 Gold
50% Savings
- Included in this offer: Leopard 2AV Escalation Era (Era 2) Western Alliance Heavy Tank
- You can rest assured that no task is too big with this Cold War heavy at your command. With its overall well-balanced stats and ease of use, reliability is the name of the Leopard 2AV’s game.
- Earn 40,000 XP in battle to unlock the 50% Super Savings discount.
12,956 Gold
6,400 Gold
50% Savings
REMINDERS
Available Contracts
Check out the article details to find out how you can earn one of these tanks:
- Caboose – Contract open through December 30th (buyouts through January 6th)
- Thunder-Bucket – Contract open through December 30th (buyouts through January 6th)
- Mantis – Contract open through February 24th (buyouts through March 3rd)
- Rhino – Contract open through February 24th (buyouts through March 3rd)
Celebrations
Log on to the Celebrations companion website to check your season progress, compare stats with other players (from both platforms), and see how close you are to finishing the current in-game season and earning an end-of-the-event discount on a new tank (or possibly two!).
Learn more in this article. To access the Celebrations website, click here.
Holiday Sales
There’s still time to get one last “present,” Commander.
Whether you’re in need of more days of Premium Account or saw a Commander in the recruitment reel that caught your eye, our Holiday Sales will help you prepare to head into 2025 EXACTLY how you want to.
Get all details right here.
COMMUNITY STREAMS
TOG II* Tuesdays
There will be no stream this Tuesday, December 24th, nor on December 31st. We'll be back with more tanking action in the new year at our usual time on Tuesday, January 7th!
Insider Information
There will be no stream this Friday, December 27th. Catch us in the new year, dates to be announced!