We have made the decision to postpone the free-to-play Open Beta launch of World War 3. A new release date will be announced in the near future. 

World War 3 has improved and changed for the better as a direct result of your cumulative playtime and feedback throughout the Closed Beta. That said, it’s clear from recent open tests that we still have a bit of work to do before the game is technically ready to welcome a larger audience.

We will use this extra time to polish the game, resolve network errors, improve server stability, and ensure World War 3 delivers on our vision of a thrilling online FPS experience that’s free and accessible to all players.

Thank you for all your continued support, patience, and understanding—we can’t wait for everyone to join the fray in Open Beta. In the meantime, World War 3 remains active and playable to anyone who purchases a Closed Beta Pack. If you have any feedback during this phase, be sure to drop it over on the official World War 3 Discord channel.

Stay tuned for more news about the exciting future of World War 3!

Dear World War 3 Community,

We want to thank you for your continued support throughout the World War 3 Closed Beta Test and the recent Public Stress Tests. Even though certain issues arose, we received great feedback from you that allowed us to quickly deliver improvements to sound, performance (with significantly reduced timeouts), and other gameplay elements. 

However, there are other persistent issues that we are currently aware of. These include:

• Players receiving the "Something went wrong" error during matchmaking
• Endless matchmaking does not result in players finding matches
• Players not properly joining ongoing matches
• Unbalanced teams created during matchmaking

We want to assure you that resolving these issues is currently our top priority. World War 3 underwent several maintenances this week to deploy various fixes, with more planned in the coming days that take aim at matchmaking issues.

We couldn’t have identified these issues without your continued support and playtime on World War 3. Thank you for sticking with the game and helping us work out the kinks! As we promised back in November, our mission with the Closed Beta is to provide an excellent, stable FPS experience that everyone can enjoy – we’re getting closer to achieving that with every update.

Keep an eye out for maintenance and update news on Twitter, and join the official World War 3 Discord channel for more news, discussions, and to send us your feedback. If you need help and your issue is not addressed anywhere else, please contact the Support team.

- The World War 3 Team

A localized version of this article will be available in French, German, Polish, Russian, Arabic, and Turkish on March 21.

Ready for another round? World War 3 will be playable for free on March 12 from 19:00 CET/18:00 GMT/10:00 PT/13:00 ET until 23:00 CET/22:00 GMT/14:00 PT/17:00 ET as part of a new Public Stress Test!

The goal for round two is to once again put the servers through their paces by inviting as many players as possible to play World War 3 in a single evening. This time, we’ll also be testing improvements and fixes made possible thanks to your feedback from the previous Public Stress Test, as well as our own findings.

To celebrate the occasion, everyone who logs in and plays World War 3 Public Stress Test on March 12 will receive the exclusive Spartan Vest (Dark)! If you’re eligible to receive it, the Vest will be added to your Inventory after the end of the Public Stress Test.

It’s easy to take part in the Public Stress Test:

• Download World War 3 for free from MY.GAMES now or from Steam on March 11 at 19:00 CET/18:00 GMT/10:00 PT/13:00 ET (if you’re playing on Steam, you need to request access to the Public Stress Test — scroll down for more on that in the FAQ).
• Create a MY.GAMES account and sign in.
• Hit the battlefield for four hours of thrilling online battles! No purchase is necessary, there are no barriers to entry, and you don’t need a Closed Beta Pack to play with friends who own one.

If you haven’t bought a Closed Beta Pack yet, it’s a golden opportunity to see what everyone’s raving about first-hand. If you have been playing the Closed Beta, why not invite your friends to join the fight? Squad up for a few rounds of Tactical Ops and Team Deathmatch and show them the ropes – after all, there’s strength in numbers!

Got questions about the Public Stress Test? Cast your eyes further down the page to read our detailed FAQ! In the meantime, prepare for battle by joining the World War 3 community over on Discord, Twitter, Facebook, and Reddit, signing up to the official newsletter for the latest news and special offers, and checking out a raft of awesome gameplay videos on YouTube.
What is the Public Stress Test and how does it differ from the Closed Beta Test?

The Public Stress Test is a limited-time event taking place within the Closed Beta Test on March 12 from 19:00 CET/18:00 GMT/10:00 PT/13:00 ET until 23:00 CET/22:00 GMT/14:00 PT/17:00 ET. While World War 3 is currently only playable by players who purchase a Closed Beta Pack, when the Public Stress Test is active, anyone can play the World War 3 Closed Beta Test. No purchase is necessary, and you don’t need a Closed Beta Pack to play with friends who own one. Just make sure your PC’s specs are up to scratch!

What content will be playable during the Public Stress Test?

The Public Stress Test gives all players the chance to progress through the full World War 3 Closed Beta Test. As long as it’s already in the game, nothing is off-limits!

How do I get started?

Simply download World War 3 for free from {LINK REMOVED}MY.GAMES from March 11, create a MY.GAMES account, sign in, and play! If you want to play on Steam, read the next question and answer.

Once you’re ready, hit the battlefield for four hours of thrilling online battles! There are no barriers to entry, and you don’t need a Closed Beta Pack to play with friends who own one.

How do I sign up to play on Steam?

Head to the World War 3 page on Steam, scroll down to just underneath the trailers and screenshots, and click ‘Request Access’. Confirm your request, and you’re clear to play World War 3 on March 12!

Can I provide feedback on the Public Stress Test?

Yes, we’re counting on it! While we hope the Public Stress Test goes off without a hitch, you may encounter some technical or gameplay-related issues. Be sure to report any bugs and other issues on our dedicated cbt-feedback channels on Discord. You will also receive a prompt in MY.GAMES GameCenter to complete a survey after playing the game for approximately two hours.

If you just want to share your experience with other players, you can also join the World War 3 community over on Discord, Twitter, Facebook, and Reddit.

Can I carry on playing World War 3 after the Public Stress Test ends?

Yes! To continue playing World War 3 after the Public Stress Test ends, just purchase a Closed Beta Pack from either MY.GAMES or {LINK REMOVED}Steam.

Will my progress from the Public Stress Test be saved?

Any progress made during the Public Stress Test will carry over throughout the rest of the Closed Beta Test. Certain progress, such as XP earned, will be reset before the Open Beta launch to ensure all players start the fight on a level playing field.

Closed Beta Pack contents, Twitch Drops, and special rewards received via subscriptions and referrals during the Closed Beta period will be saved permanently and available to use when the free-to-play Open Beta launches.

• Completed polishing of all weapons in first- and third-person perspectives, including bullet impacts.
• Improved all weapons sounds, including new shots, mechanics, and melee sounds.
• Fixed issue with duplicate steps behind the player's back.
• Fixed sound of footsteps and their volume during shooting.
• Fixed volume issues for most vehicles.
• Improved all suppressor sounds in first- and third-person perspectives.
• Improved the optimization of audio environmental sounds, including global ambients and room tones.
• Added velcro sound effects for some weapon reloads.
• Improved air vehicle engine rotation sounds.
• Added ‘No Ammo’ sounds for all weapons, including separate sounds for launchers.
• Fixed issues with missing sounds when equipping and unequipping weapons.
• Improved hearing distances for all weapon sounds.
• Improved hearing distances for strike sounds and fixed volume issues.
• Improved shell sounds - every calibre now has its own specific sound.
• Improved shell sounds mechanics for G29, M200, and Tochnost.
• Improved grenade sounds in first-person perspective and hearing distances in third-person perspective.
• Added low ammo feedback to assault rifles, battle rifles, SMGs, sidearms, and the shotgun Vepr 12.
• Fixed reload timing in first- and third-person perspectives, and the volume of reloads.
• Fixed problem with a lack of sound on incoming bombers and the sound of other aircraft cutting off.
• Fixed problem where Mephisto is silent in first-person perspective.
• Problem with interior soundproofing after the destruction of a quadcopter or drone has been eliminated.
• Fixed problem with a lack of armament soundproofing in vehicles.
• Lowered the frequency of emitted voiceovers on maps (for example from radios, TVs, megaphones).
• Improved RCWS volume and attenuation.
• Fixed ‘no shot’ sound when using Mini Cannon 25mm.
• Fixed problem with the volume of shots fired by vehicles underground being too high.
• Fixed problem with some reloads in first-person perspective.
• Problems with silent vehicles in first-person perspective have been eliminated.
• Improved attenuation performance for vehicle parts and strikes.
• Fixed problem with disappearing sounds of shots and explosions.
• Fixed issues with high CPU consumption caused by the reverb system.
• Improved sounds of rockets and jets, added new sounds, and fixed some audio issues.
• Fixed issues with shooting and explosion sounds cutting out, especially from long distances.

• Fixed party issues.
• Tweaks to rejoin system.
• Tweaked issues with statistics.
• Fixed causes of multiple crashes on Summary Screen.
• Reworked material on player gear.
• Multiple bug fixes in matchmaking.
• Corrected wording on strike customization.
• Fixed issue where party members were not being connected to the server.
• Added animated loading screens.
• Updated thumbnails in the hub.
• Improved loading times on the initialization screen.

• Added newcomer screen (for new players).
• Added Backpack unlocks to Summary Screen.
• Other players’ levels will now update on the scoreboard.
• Improved muting and unmuting players on voice chat.

• Team Deathmatch respawn timer reduced to 3 seconds.
• Updates and fixes to localizations.
• Helmet hitbox adjusted to improve the distinction between headshots and helmet shots.
• Lights added to all infantry players to aid in target recognition.
• Neutral combat vehicles now count towards the team vehicle limit, including vehicles that spawn on the base and vehicles stolen from the enemy.
• Combat Vehicle limit reduced to 2.
• Drone limit separated into Ground Drones and Air Drones.
• Ground Drone limit reduced to 3.
• Air Drone limit reduced to 3.
• Fixed issue where destroying a friendly vehicle via Self-Destruct awarded players with negative BP. The fix also applies to the intended use of the Loitering Munitions Drone.
• Fixed issue where empty enemy vehicles could be repaired with a Repair Tool.
• Fixed issue where the kill cam would follow players after they died.
• Fixed issue where players couldn’t fire while holding down the Interact key (Default: F). Interacting with objects (packs, mines, etc.) still blocks firing.
• Mobile Spawners no longer have a mounted machine gun.
• Throw force of all grenades readjusted to make them feel more natural.
• Gas Grenade: Significantly increased damage per second, increased friction to make it less bouncy.
• Thermite Grenade: Decreased damage per second, increased area of effect and duration.
• Semtex C4: Disabled explosion delay, reduced splash damage range lethal to infantry.
• Smoke Grenades now explode on impact.
• AQPTF flashlight and AN/PEQ laser sight no longer switch on when aiming down the sights.
• Rebalanced benefits and drawbacks of most magazines.
• Underbarrel Grenade Launcher now deals damage to armoured vehicles.
• The majority of Assault Rifles had hip-fire accuracy increased to make them more consistent in close-quarters firefights.
• Recoil adjustments to AK-based Assault Rifles (Beryl 762, AK-15, Alpha).
• RPG: Increased starting ammo by 1, reduced mechanical and visual recoil.
• Tochnost now properly damages drones and vehicle parts; also implemented fixes to ADS timings.
• Fixed Shotgun spread issue
• M200: Increased minimum damage to ensure one-hit kills at extreme ranges.
• Piorun: Increased reload time to match the animation.

• Warsaw (Tactical Ops): Increased out-of-bounds area in Eastern Base to prevent spawn killing.
• Warsaw (Tactical Ops): Moved BCV spawn location on the Eastern Base.
• All maps (Tactical Ops): Adjusted air vehicle spawn locations to prevent spawning in line of sight.
• Multiple movement tweaks.
• Multiple collision tweaks.
• Texture tweaks.

For more information and to follow the live status of World War 3, follow our official channels on Discord and Twitter.

World War 3 will undergo two hours of maintenance from 12:00 CET on February 4, 2022.

• Players were prevented from deploying multiple strikes while being alive.
• The summary screen from the HUB redirects players into the lobby.
• Party members remain in the HUB when the leader accepts to rejoin a match.

• Added headwear LWH Dark (Helmet) as a reward item for participation in the Public Stress Test (to be rewarded to player Inventories for transfer to the game following the end of the Public Stress Test).

For more information and to follow the live status of World War 3, follow our official channels on Discord and Twitter.

The rules of engagement are about to change. World War 3 will be playable for free from February 3 at 13:00 CET/12:00 GMT/04:00 PT/07:00 ET until February 7 at 13:00 CET/12:00 GMT/04:00 PT/07:00 ET as part of the Public Stress Test!

The goal is to put World War 3 and its servers through their paces by inviting as many players as possible to experience the game in one weekend. We’re still in the Closed Beta phase, but a test of this magnitude will help us prepare to launch World War 3 as a free-to-play Open Beta game in March 2022.

To celebrate the occasion, everyone who logs in and plays World War 3 Public Stress Test between February 3 and February 7 will receive the exclusive LWH Dark Helmet! If eligible, the Helmet will be added to your Inventory following the end of the Public Stress Test.

It’s easy to take part in the Public Stress Test:

• Download World War 3 for free from MY.GAMES on February 3 (if you’re playing on Steam, you need to request access to the Public Stress Test — scroll down for more on that in the FAQ).
• Create a MY.GAMES account and sign in.
• Hit the battlefield for a whole weekend of thrilling online battles! No purchase is necessary, there are no barriers to entry, and you don’t need a Closed Beta Pack to play with friends who own one.

If you haven’t bought a Closed Beta Pack yet, it’s a golden opportunity to see what everyone’s raving about first-hand. If you have been playing the Closed Beta, why not invite your friends to join the fight? Squad up for a few rounds of Tactical Ops and Team Deathmatch and show them the ropes – after all, there’s strength in numbers!

Got questions about the Public Stress Test? Cast your eyes further down the page to read our detailed FAQ! In the meantime, prepare for battle by joining the World War 3 community over on Discord, Twitter, Facebook, and Reddit, signing up to the official newsletter for the latest news and special offers, and checking out a raft of awesome gameplay videos on YouTube.

 

What is the Public Stress Test and how does it differ from the Closed Beta Test?

The Public Stress Test is a limited-time event taking place within the Closed Beta Test from February 3 at 13:00 CET/12:00 GMT/04:00 PT/07:00 ET until February 7 at 13:00 CET/12:00 GMT/04:00 PT/07:00 ET. While World War 3 is currently only playable by players who purchase a Closed Beta Pack, when the Public Stress Test is active, anyone can play the World War 3 Closed Beta Test. No purchase is necessary, and you don’t need a Closed Beta Pack to play with friends who own one. Just make sure your PC’s specs are up to scratch!

What content will be playable during the Public Stress Test?

The Public Stress Test gives all players the chance to progress through the full World War 3 Closed Beta Test. As long as it’s already in the game, nothing is off limits!

How do I get started?

Simply download World War 3 for free from {LINK REMOVED}MY.GAMES on February 3, create a MY.GAMES account, sign in, and play! If you want to play on Steam, read the next question and answer.

Once you’re ready, hit the battlefield for a whole weekend of thrilling online battles! There are no barriers to entry, and you don’t need a Closed Beta Pack to play with friends who own one.

How do I sign up to play on Steam?

Head to the World War 3 page on Steam, scroll down to just underneath the trailers and screenshots, and click ‘Request Access’. Confirm your request, and you’re clear to play World War 3 from February 3–7!

Can I provide feedback on the Public Stress Test?

Yes, we’re counting on it! While we hope the Public Stress Test goes off without a hitch, you may encounter some technical or gameplay-related issues. Be sure to report any bugs and other issues on our dedicated cbt-feedback channels on Discord. You will also receive a prompt in the MY.GAMES GameCenter to complete a survey after playing the game for approximately two hours.

If you just want to share your experience with other players, you can also join the World War 3 community over on Discord, Twitter, Facebook, and Reddit.

Can I carry on playing World War 3 after the Public Stress Test ends?

Yes! To continue playing World War 3 after the Public Stress Test ends, just purchase a Closed Beta Pack from either MY.GAMES or {LINK REMOVED}Steam.

Will my progress from the Public Stress Test be saved?

Any progress made during the Public Stress Test will carry over throughout the rest of the Closed Beta Test. Certain progress, such as XP earned, will be reset before the Open Beta launch in March 2022 to ensure all players start the fight on a level playing field.

Closed Beta Pack contents, Twitch Drops, and special rewards received via subscriptions and referrals during the Closed Beta period will be saved permanently and available to use when the free-to-play Open Beta launches in March 2022.

FEATURES
• Changed the colour in the hub to gold.
• Removed empty screen on summary screen.
• Backpack unlocks now visible on the summary screen.

BUG FIXES
• Fixed party issues.
• Improvements made to matchmaking.
• Tweaks made to rejoin system.
• Corrected attachments on M4 MWS Intervention.
• Updated text localization in Polish.
• Fixed crash in customization.
• Fixed crashes on the summary screen.

It may be cold outside, but we've got enough adrenaline-pumping action to send an M1 Abrams up in flames! Play World War 3 and celebrate Winter Wonderworlds from December 20–January 16 to unlock new content, exclusive offers, and unforgettable experiences to warm your winter nights.

FREE GIFT: T-72 WHITE WOLF
Everyone who joins the Closed Beta Test before December 31 (including Closed Beta Pack owners and Veterans) will receive an exclusive T-72 White Wolf (Tank) for free! It’s a little token (or rather, a pretty big token!) of appreciation and to say thank you for playing, fighting, and helping us shape the future of World War 3 since the Closed Beta launch. Stay tuned for details on how to claim your free tank. Happy holidays!

Update (January 12, 2022): If you played the World War 3 Closed Beta before December 31, 2021, you can now claim the T-72 White Wolf (Tank) for free from your web Inventory. Enjoy your new ride!

SECURE CLOSED BETA ACCESS FOR LESS! (FROM DECEMBER 22)
Closed Beta Packs, now available from MY.GAMES and Steam, are your ticket to exclusive World War 3 access and special in-game content. Join the fight with a festive discount of 15% off the Private Pack via MY.GAMES!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/674020/World_War_3/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1818040/World_War_3__Private_Pack/

NEW MAP: MOSCOW (TEAM DEATHMATCH)
Celebrate the holidays in Russia! Race to victory on the streets of Moscow in a new Team Deathmatch map, and compete for the highest kill count in 10 vs. 10 battles.

XP BOOSTS
Santa brought these presents early! Join the fight until January 3 to enjoy the following bonuses:

• +50% Player XP
• +50% Weapon XP

TWITCH DROPS
Tune in to select World War 3 streams on Twitch to claim exclusive Drops until January 3, including an exclusive MSBS-K (Assault Rifle) and pieces of GROM gear from the White Wolf set! Even if you don’t have Closed Beta access, your rewards will still be waiting for you when the free-to-play Open Beta Test (OBT) begins in March 2022.

Winter Wonderworlds, brought to you by MY.GAMES, is a holiday event featuring free gifts, sales, and special events across a raft of different games, including Conqueror’s Blade, Warface, Skyforge, Revelation Online, and Blast Brigade. Visit the Winter Wonderworlds hub to explore different worlds and dive into new gaming experiences this holiday season!

Your Inventory is now live on the World War 3 website! This web-based interface is used to transfer purchased or earned items straight to your game, including the contents of Closed Beta Packs, Twitch Drops, and more, and works with your platform of choice (including the World War 3 Launcher and Steam).

HOW TO TRANSFER ITEMS

• Sign in to the World War 3 website using the account associated with World War 3
• Go to your Inventory
• Select the item(s) you wish to transfer, and verify that your details are correct
• Confirm by clicking ‘TRANSFER’
• You will receive any transferred items automatically in your in-game inventory (allow some time for your items to appear once sent)
• Enjoy your items! If you’re having trouble receiving them, please contact our customer support team.

IMPORTANT: The transfer process cannot be reversed. Ensure that your details are correct before confirming the transfer.



WHAT CAN I TRANSFER?

• Closed Beta Pack contents
• Twitch Drops
• Newsletter rewards
• Items from future promotions, competitions, and special events

ABOUT BLUEPRINTS

Most of the items you receive in your Inventory are Blueprints. These can be accessed in-game by going to your Character Slots, hovering over a Slot, and customizing it by clicking the icon indicated in the image below.



Visit your Inventory to start transferring your items to World War 3 today!

Unlock extra special World War 3 holiday gifts as part of the Winter Wonderworlds event, hosted by MY.GAMES! No need to hang your stockings on the wall, simply tune in to select World War 3 streams between December 20 (13:00 UTC) and January 3 (13:00 UTC), rack up a certain amount of viewing time, then claim your presents from your Drops Inventory.

You can claim exclusive items from the White Wolf set, including new customization gear and an MSBS-K Assault Rifle! Even if you don’t have CBT access, your rewards will still be waiting for you when the free-to-play Open Beta Test (OBT) begins in March 2022. Claim your Twitch Drops in the meantime, and consider the time spent watching streams as tactical reconnaissance!

Your rewards will appear in your Drops Inventory when you’ve accumulated enough total viewing time from participating streams — don’t forget to claim them as soon as possible so you can work towards the next reward. Check out the full list of Winter Wonderworlds Twitch Drops rewards below:


LINK YOUR TWITCH AND WORLD WAR 3 ACCOUNTS
To claim your items, first, make sure to link your World War 3 account with your Twitch account:

• Log in here (use your Steam account if that’s how you play the game).
• Make sure to log in with your correct established account. For example, if you play World War 3 via Steam, make sure you log in using Steam authentication. If you register a new account, rewards will automatically be assigned to that account.
• Select ‘Link with Twitch’, and make sure you confirm the connection.

WHERE TO WATCH WORLD WAR 3 ON TWITCH
If you’re new to World War 3 or Twitch, check out the World War 3 category to see channels participating in this Twitch Drops campaign. Remember to follow or subscribe to those you enjoy!