What changed in War Robots: Frontiers in 2023

Play 10, 20, and 25 matches from Dec 25–31 to earn festive gifts.

Players can experience the full Early Access version of the game for free until January 7.

Use promo codes to receive special in-game items, valid until January 31, 2024.

Participate in the Holiday Event from December 25–31 to earn rewards by playing matches.

Play for free from December 18 – January 7, experiencing the full Early Access version of the game.

Earn Bulwark parts and weapons by playing daily during the Bulwark Event from December 18–24.

Build a Bulwark and play one match daily from Dec 18–24 to collect progressive rewards.

Play War Robots: Frontiers for free until January 7, featuring special events.

Earn Bulwark Robot Parts from December 18-24 by logging in daily.

Participate in the Warlords of Winter Event from December 11-31 to earn Honor and cool rewards.

Showcasing the new Mont Map with changes, icy landscape, and increased destructibility.

Earn Honor alongside fellow Pilots from Dec 11–31 to obtain cool rewards.

Enhancements to Robots’ walking, running, and landing animations for better realism.

Join weekly Community Play Sessions on Discord every Friday at 17:00 UTC throughout December.

Fixed the Titan hangar slot incorrectly displaying as empty.

Fixed robots moving forward from the spawn area without any input from the player.

Fixed the amount of robots used by AI opponents being based on the lowest player level in a Squad rather than the highest.

Beacons in Tutorial mode can now be correctly captured.

Fixed Auto Spawn disabling in Team Deathmatch when the player loses all their robots.

Fixed crashes when closing the News window.

Fixed blueprint modules adding progress in torso- and weapon-specific Contracts.

Fling foes back with the new ability called Blast Wave.

Amp up your damage with the new weapons, the autocannon Punisher and rocket-launching Orkan.

Collect Robot Parts to construct a monstrous Griffin build.

Receive daily gifts including Robot Parts, Weapons, and a new Ability by logging in and playing one battle each day.

Improved stability of the game client.

Cell 6 in Daily Deal will now only contain Alloys, with some bundles containing fewer Alloys at the same price.

Resolved Vortex seizing fire when using Instant Reload.

The Unchained Ability now correctly deducts 20% durability from all Robot Parts when activated.

Resolved the issue that prevented Pilots from being selected repeatedly in the Inventory.

Added confirmation for resetting Pilot Skills.

Resolved Speed Boost affecting Robot movement speed incorrectly.

Added Ability descriptions to Grim’s F1 tooltip.

Resolved Supply Line promotion displaying incorrectly after a match.

Resolved incorrect walking animations on Fenrir when gaining speed while the Unchained Ability is active.

Account progression rewards now include Alloys at levels 7, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, and 17.

Resolved Retribution shield displaying incorrectly when looking from a distance.

Autodetect Setting will now turn on Upscaling (DLSS, FSR 2) if no other Upscaling settings were previously saved.

Scrapping an item now yields 80% of the initial item cost in Alloys (instead of 30%).

Resolved visual issues on Alpha’s main weapon when heavily damaged.

Resolved an issue that prevented randomly-generated build names from being saved in presets.

Resolved various localization issues.

Resolved an issue that prevented quitting matchmaking by pressing ESC.

Increased reload time on Vortex to 8.5 seconds at maximum level.

Resolved issues where Robot Parts and Ability Modules would not be selected with the first click in the Inventory and Constructor menus.

Resolved issue where certain areas on various Robot chassis would not take any damage.

Updated the weapon icon on Alpha.

Added voice prompts to Robots’ energy shield capacity levels and durability status.

Resolved incorrect announcements for Titan charge in Elimination and Team Deathmatch Modes.

Resolved an issue that allowed the camera to move outside the map.

A new mode where teams battle to score 30 points using Power-Ups.

Introduces energy shields and the ability to eliminate targets by destroying robot parts.

A new feature to build and customize robots with a dynamic stats display.

Players can receive daily gifts by logging in and playing one battle.

Players can try out the update and the full game for free until December 5.

The Mont map has a new look and layout with increased destructibility.

Introducing Ravana, a robot with heavy armor and protective abilities.

New MVP highlights, detailed battle results, and new Honor categories after matches.

Creates a cone-shaped protective area offering allies partial resistance to damage; cannot be destroyed while allies are affected.

Teams score points by destroying enemy Robots and Titans, with new Power-Ups available.

Log in daily from November 14-20 to receive gifts including Phantom Robot Parts, Shredder and Scatter Weapons, and a Stealth Ability.

Resolved z-fighting on trees, damage number display issues, and localization bugs.

Face off in the new game mode: Team Deathmatch, where teams compete to score 30 points by taking down enemy Robots and Titans.

Introduces new damage mechanics requiring energy shield depletion before damaging Robot parts.

Reworked Constructor menu and various UI enhancements.

Fires a projectile that depletes the target’s Fuel.

Pilot the new Robot, Ravana, with abilities including temporary indestructibility and protection for allies.

Updates to visuals on maps, hangar, and animations for Robots and weapons.

Updates to deployment tooltips, minimap, and ammo visibility.

Assemble Robots part-by-part with a dynamic stats display and partial preset builds in the new Constructor feature.

Mont has a new layout with added destructibility and a frosty new look.

Fixed issues with Trebuchet and Tusk projectiles disappearing and not dispersing.

Updates to tutorial maps, mission flow, and early game rewards to enhance onboarding.

Players can invite each other to Squads via the Steam Friends system.

Tweaks to animations, physics, and Robot stats to enhance piloting feel.

A high-durability vanguard Robot that unlocks its full potential in close-range team fights.

Reworked sounds for Robot parts, weapons, and added new sound systems.

Major update with reworked visuals and layout changes for easier navigation.

Request for player feedback on robot customization options.

Results from the Ghosts of Honor event, including medal counts.

Introduction of a new Tutorial, Damage Model, and Training Mode.

A new game mode currently in development, details to be shared soon.

Announcement of winners from the Halloween Creative Contest.

Promo codes for in-game resources will be shared on social media during the Halloween period.

Submit Halloween costumes, spooky artwork, and carved pumpkins for a chance to win prizes.

Join the Discord and sign up for Ghosts of Honor! Earn Medals and Intel throughout the event.

Join the Developer Q&A Play Session to provide feedback and test gameplay skills.

Updates to weapon sounds to make them more distinct in combat.

Robot weathering effects will be dynamic based on Map weather.

Community members showcased new Lego builds, including a robot named 'Osprey'.

Redesigning the Mont Drill into a 'press' for better gameplay mechanics.

Concept for the home screen showcasing Hangar, Robots, and Pilots with improved visuals.

New concept art for Crash Site emphasizing natural changes in altitude and landscape details.

Players with a Pioneer Pack can earn more rewards during the Free Week by completing match challenges.

Earn rewards by playing matches during Free Week, including Alloys and Credits.

Special rewards for players with a Pioneer Pack during Free Week, including increased Alloys and a LVL 1 Abilities Pack.

Improved matchmaking times for players during the Free Week event.

Experience the full Early Access version of War Robots: Frontiers for free and win prizes by playing matches.

Adjustments made to sonic weapons and bot difficulty for improved gameplay experience during Free Week.

Play the full Early Access version of War Robots: Frontiers for free until September 26.

Adjustments made to sonic weapons and bot difficulty for improved gameplay experience.

Improvements made to decrease matchmaking times during the event.

Accuracy reduced, maximum range decreased to 350 meters, particles per shot reduced to 10, and core damage reduced by 25%.

Damage to armor reduced by 10% and damage to the core reduced by 25%.

Winners of the Lace's League event announced, with top players receiving Alloys.

Weekly Community Play Sessions to be held on Discord every Friday in September.

Upcoming Free to Play Week with prizes including Alloys, Credits, and Early Access.

Concepts shared include Range Indicator, Snowy Particles, and Improved Robot Animation Rigs.

Testing of various weathering styles for Robots based on map weather conditions.

Introduction of Play Of The Month competition with rewards for top plays.

The PC version of War Robots: Frontiers is set to enter Open Beta in 2024.

Shift in focus towards polishing and completing planned features instead of launching major content updates.

Ongoing efforts to address technical issues affecting visuals, audio, and crashes.

At least one progress wipe is planned to ensure new players can compete on a level playing field.

Planned improvements to the Hangar interface to enhance the mech building experience.

Enhancements to the tutorial to better introduce core mechanics for new players.

Players can test pilot the Fenrir Robot, a heavily-armored scrapper with melee attack capabilities, during a limited-time Free Week.

The Free Week event for Fenrir runs from now until July 18.

Play the full Early Access version of War Robots: Frontiers for free for one week.

Fixed armor modules disappearing at random during the match.

Added animation when unlocking a Supply Line.

Fixed AI bots getting stuck at certain locations on Crash Site.

Fixed the BACK button in the Squad window immediately opening the main Hangar view.

Fixed Vortex missiles detonating before reaching maximum range.

Fixed an issue that prevented Supply Line completion notifications from appearing on the Hangar screen.

Updated Pilot character icons.

Fixed an issue that allowed accounts with the Titans feature still locked to open Titan Constructor.

Any progress made during the Free Week will be carried over if a Pioneer Pack is purchased.

A variety of new content has been added since Early Access began.

A fast-moving assassin Titan with abilities favoring close-range fights.

New notifications for player actions.

Focuses on fuel management and weapon rate of fire.

A seasonal progression track unlocking unique rewards.

Changes include removal of the central beacon and new deployment areas for players.

Grim is an aggressive and speedy Titan that exchanges durability for damage, equipped with unique abilities.

Removed central beacon and added dynamic deployment areas.

Updated UI for better navigation.

Specializes in explosive weapons and boosts allies' stats.

Earn rewards through a new currency from battles to spend on seasonal rewards and cosmetics.

Introduced new currency Intel for item upgrades and increased upgrade levels.

Item upgrades now require Intel, obtainable through daily and weekly missions.

New pilots with unique skills: Sora specializes in explosive weapons, while Idy focuses on fuel management.

Earn a new currency (Intel) for item upgrades through Daily and Weekly Contracts.

Introducing a new Titan named Grim, which offers high damage at the cost of durability.

Collect a special currency from battles to spend on seasonal rewards, including new items and cosmetics.

Fixed crashes when launching the game on integrated AMD Radeon and AMD Radeon RX 400/500 Series.

Added pop-up window at launch for systems and hardware that do not support DirectX 12.

Meet Raven, the corvid Robot with a penchant for projectile damage, capable of dealing significant damage with sticky projectiles.

Fixed Pilot models not rotating in the ‘Offers’ window.

Fixed the Scaling Sniper skill for Pilots continuing to accumulate a damage boost even after an armor segment was destroyed.

Fixed ‘Item Received’ window displaying incorrectly when receiving the Pioneer Pack Pilot from the website Inventory.

Fixed Transfusion ability instantly refilling maximum ammo for any weapon.

Fixed Orbital Strike, Rainfall, and Deadlight abilities not activating in certain areas on the Crash Site map.

Adjusted Pilot bio window size.

Fixed explosion VFX not displaying when hitting destructible objects with Sticky Gun.

Price reduced from 12,000 to 6,000 Credits.

Fuel level indicator in HUD changed to vertical with threshold markers for Dash and Jump.

Fixed Scatter, Halo, and Quantum not being able to fire within an enemy Shield Dome.

Descriptions for the Glacial and Singulators abilities updated.

Sounds updated for Retribution ability on the Ares torso.

Warning icon added in Hangar for Robot builds that cannot be deployed in battle.

Players receive 5 Credits and 0.5 XP for each Honor Point earned during matches.

Walking animations improved on slopes and uneven terrain.

Whiz-by sounds updated.

Sounds updated when hitting different types of surfaces.

Level-up requirements for most levels reduced to 500 XP.

Alloys gained from melting items and purchasing Crates increased from 20% to 30% of crafting cost.

Multiple improvements made to the Hangar interface.

Players can now choose different skill options at each level for unique Pilot builds.

Reload time reduced from 1.68 to 1.5 seconds; damage to armor increased from 181 to 208 and hull from 200 to 230.

Sounds updated for partial reload on Halo.

Sounds updated for splitting Robot armor from 'yellow' to 'red' degree of damage.

Pilots replaced by Credits at levels 3 and 30.

Maximum range increased from 450 to 900 meters.

Fixed issue preventing matchmaking when squad members leave without pressing 'READY'.

Network ping indicators added to player nicknames in combat statistics window.

Chassis servomotor sounds added.

Introduced Kate 'Sparrow' Sinclair, Leonard 'Monk' Fitzpatrick, Marcus 'Dome' Shedd, and Duncan 'Thinkfast' Prasad with a reworked Pilot system.

Speed counter and fuel level indicator added to the back of Robot models.

First iteration of the League system with League interface and accumulation of League Points.

Damage to armor increased from 195 to 203.

Fixed upgrade stats displayed in red when upgrading ability modules.

Added a warning icon in Hangar to mark Robot builds that cannot be deployed in battle.

Changed the orientation of the fuel level indicator in HUD to vertical with added threshold markers.

Pilots are Robot operators with unique specializations and skill trees, enhancing combat abilities.

Multiple improvements introduced to the Hangar interface for better user experience.

Added a speed counter and fuel level indicator to the back of Robot models.

Four new Pilots introduced: Kate 'Sparrow' Sinclair, Leonard 'Monk' Fitzpatrick, Marcus 'Dome' Shedd, and Duncan 'Thinkfast' Prasad.

Updated descriptions for the Glacial and Singulators abilities.

Changes made to speed up player progression during Early Access, including easier account leveling and weapon unlocking.

Added network ping indicators to player nicknames in the combat statistics window.

Tune in to War Robots: Frontiers live streams on Twitch and earn in-game content via Twitch Drops.

A special live show stream featuring a cinematic trailer, developer diary, and roundtable discussion with the devs.

Meet Loki, the sneaky Robot who can deploy a hologram and enter Stealth to outmaneuver enemies.

Fixed Napalm damage figures not popping up next to the damaged target.

Fixed certain issues with the secondary stats of the Passive Shield ability.

Fixed battle results window not showing after the end of the match.

Fixed Alpha (Titan) being unavailable to players who reached Level 10 prior to Update 0.11.1 (Overdrive).

Fixed ability charge of chargeable abilities accumulating too fast when using Sticky Gun.

Fixed the number of missile slots on the Vortex model not corresponding to the amount of ammo the weapon has.

Special events to celebrate the anniversary of the War Robots franchise, including Leak Hunt and War Robots Awards.

Look for clues and try to predict the announcements in the upcoming live stream.

Vote in the War Robots Awards including Robot Of The Year, Gun Of The Year, and more.

The Credits cost of all Ability Modules in the Shop has been increased.

New abilities added: Counterattack reflects damage back, and Ghost Turret deploys a turret that attacks enemies.

Resolved incorrect display of news text when selecting a square aspect ratio.

Two new weapons introduced: Quantum, which splits into smaller shells, and Sticky Gun, which attaches bombs to enemies.

Visuals for the Battle HUD have been updated.

Resolved issue preventing Rainfall from being used at a long distance.

Level up your gear with Upgrades using Alloys to instantly improve your equipment.

Credits cost of all Ability Modules in the Shop has been increased.

Contents of the Store and level rewards have been updated.

Deploy turrets and reflect incoming damage with the new abilities.

Added sounds to the Main Menu UI and Constructor.

Default button for switching Central Camera changed from 'ALT' to 'Z'.

Throws sticky bombs that attach and detonate after a delay.

Siren can hover and launch a cryogenic missile that freezes targets.

Introduced upgrade levels from 1 to 5 for Robot parts, weapons, and ability modules.

Added 'Upgrade' and 'Change' buttons in the Constructor window.

Resolved issue allowing 'About Game' window to be opened from the Shop.

Incoming damage indication in the battle HUD now changes based on the amount of received damage.

Non-chargeable abilities now have a limit on usage within one battle.

Info overlay now contains details about equipped weapons.

Resolved digit displacement issue on the Mont map when countdown is below ten.

AI Robots now have access to various new abilities including Blink, Healing Drone, and more.

Indicator remained blue despite energy shields being depleted.

Introducing the mother of all support Titans, Matriarch.

Siren is added to the game, featuring a hover ability and a cryogenic missile for freezing enemies.

Improved model and textures for the Alpha Titan.

Resolved issues on both the Crash Site and Mont maps.

A support Titan with abilities to boost allies and protect from projectiles.

Pilot the brand-new Robot Siren with sniper and hover abilities.

Fires a shell that splits into smaller shells for high damage and AoE.

Reduced outline flicker in Constructor and in Battle.

Energy shields are no longer indestructible and deplete as they absorb damage.

AI Robots now have access to various new abilities.

Resolved issue preventing selected pilot from being removed after clicking 'Cancel Changes'.

Added more information to Robot part descriptions.

Visual improvements made to trees on the Crash Site map.

Incoming damage indication now changes based on received damage.

Equip your loadout with two new weapons—Swarm fires cluster bombs, and Sticky Gun shoots sticky projectiles.

Account levels now go up to Level 65 with new item blueprints.

Players can now use Alloys to upgrade their equipment, including Robot parts, weapons, and ability modules.

A new Titan called Matriarch is introduced, capable of protecting allies and deploying damaging drones.

Deploys a turret that fires at enemies within range.

Contents of the Store and level rewards have been updated, including new item Blueprints.

Reflects a portion of incoming damage back at the attacker.

Tyr is a supportive Robot that can deploy a repair drone to assist allies, featuring decent armor and close-range combat capabilities.

Different parts of Robots have varying levels of Armor, creating strategic targets during combat.

Explains the two-layer health system where Armor protects Durability, affecting gameplay strategy.

Explains how explosive weapons can damage multiple parts of a Robot simultaneously.

Highlights the difference in restoring Durability easily compared to the more complex Armor repair.

Plans to introduce different damage mechanics for weapons affecting Armor and Durability differently.

Resolved an issue that prevented players from auto-spawning their Titans following the destruction of their remaining Robots.

Resolved an issue that prevented Fowler weapons from dealing damage at large distances.

Meet Bulwark, a new techy tank robot with stamina, durability, and a defensive ability.

Players can use Discord to find fellow Pilots and request to join Squads.

Elimination Mode has been temporarily disabled due to unforeseen technical issues as of a server reboot on March 3.

Players can now create and join Squads with friends for competitive play.

Players can share their Squad Code to assemble teams of up to six players.

Robots lose less speed on steep slopes.

Damage increased from 4,200 to 5,000 per shot.

Fenrir and Harpy added, each with unique skills for combat.

Fowler shotguns improve bullet spread when charged; Lighter flamethrowers inflict burn effects.

Charge time reduced from 1.75s to 1s; damage reduced from 5,400 to 3,800.

Prevents instant loss of Robots upon deployment.

A communication tool for coordinating actions within teams.

Added account levels up to Level 60 with new item blueprints.

Less fuel consumed in Jump phase.

Introducing new shotguns and flame throwers to enhance combat.

A combat-focused mode where the team with the most Robots left wins.

Scoreboard now closes automatically at match end.

Improves field of view.

Speed modifiers are now applied correctly between chassis types.

User interface updates in Hangar and Matchmaking screens.

Alpha Robots are now called Titans, with 'Alpha' being the first Titan available.

Ability no longer reacts to Scatter projectiles.

New abilities to disrupt enemies and deal damage.

Players can now form Squads and use Smart Ping for better communication.

Improvements made to content and rewards in the Store.

Smart Ping visibility distance has been increased.

Players can form teams of up to six using Squad Codes, allowing cross-platform play.

Selected pilot will always remain on screen.

Smoke Wall now obscures vision completely.

For Chassis, Torso, Shoulders, Weapons, and Abilities.

Teams compete to be the last with robots remaining; beacons serve as deployment areas.

Fenrir can sacrifice durability for speed and repair vampirism; Harpy ignites targets and creates a burning area effect.

Blast Wave flings enemies back; Dazzle disrupts enemy targeting systems.

Unequip option replaced with empty slot selection for various components.

Kill camera duration reduced from 10 seconds to 5 seconds.

Laser beams now respect ability timers.

Improved action tips and descriptions in the Tutorial.

Updated translations in all available languages.

More animation tweaks scheduled for future updates.

Performance impact of these abilities and their visual effects has been reduced.

Robots under protection take less damage and gain bonuses after deployment.

The first Titan will be named Alpha.

Maximum charge increased from 50 to 60; reload time reduced from 4s to 1.5s.

Accuracy for beacon pings has been improved.

Elimination focuses on destroying enemy Robots without the need for territory control, encouraging a more defensive playstyle.

Beacon Rush combines territory control tactics with continuous Robot action, focusing on capturing and holding beacons.

Team Deathmatch emphasizes kill count, allowing players to respawn their Robots after cooldown instead of being locked out.

Ares is a new Robot designed for defense with powerful firepower.

The art team enhanced Mont's visuals with improved lighting, structures, and environmental assets, giving it a dusty martian look.

A new four-legged structure called the Drill was added to the central beacon, creating a dynamic combat zone.

Significant design changes were made to Mont, including reducing the mountain height and adjusting beacon positions for balanced gameplay.

War Robots: Frontiers introduces its second map, Mont, featuring a distinct damage mechanic and a central beacon.

Introducing a new page where players can update their password, change their in-game Nickname, upgrade their Pioneer Pack, and check account details.

The Store now features updated content and level rewards.

Now holds up to 100 charges.

Hits on shields now display in blue.

Blink allows instant forward movement; Passive Shield absorbs damage without activation.

Added account levels up to Level 40 with new item Blueprints.

Launch sonic attacks that can deal damage through solid objects at a certain distance.

Now correctly affects specific weapons.

Instantly dash forward a short distance with lightning-fast speed, enabling you to escape enemy fire or take the fight to your foe!

Cannot deploy Robots on ally-controlled beacons if contested by enemies.

The update includes three new weapons along with special abilities.

Players can expand their squad with two new robots, Raven and Loki.

Corrected friend-or-foe colors.

New weapons include sonic shotguns, precision weapons, and an energy-efficient sniper.

Effective range reduced from 500 to 420.

Fortify your build with this absorbing ability, turning incoming damage into replenishment.

Typhon’s missiles will not report as damage.

Snipe your unsuspecting enemies with this energy-efficient heavy option.

Titan and Ultimate Ability charge rate reduced by 15%.

All available languages now feature updated translations.

First three matches for new players start instantly against AI bots.

Mont added to the general matchmaking queue alongside Crash Site.

Helps avoid overheating on certain GPUs.

Now more transparent.

Swift and deadly, Raven attacks with a signature ability that fires a volley of deadly projectiles.

The Frame Rate Limit is now set to 60 FPS by default, helping to avoid overheating on certain GPUs.

Enter the fray in a brand-new arena on the new map: Mont.

Focuses on higher damage projectiles.

Lowered impact of abilities and their visual effects.

Raven fires sticky projectiles; Loki deploys decoy holograms and enters Stealth.

Trick your opponents by deploying decoy holograms while also entering Stealth to gain the upper hand.

Fire precision lasers that deal damage to an extra target nearby after the initial hit.

Covers less space but is harder to get under.

A new map will be added for players to battle on.

Meet a Robot with toxic firepower: Typhon, designed for offensive capabilities and team support.