Hey all!

It's update time! Last week we shared a survey for community feedback and we've had over 700 responses so far! ( If you missed that post you can check it out here )

Rest assured whilst we can't reply to each one of you the team is taking all your feedback into consideration for our future plans. A massive thank you for your continued support.

We've actually heard from the barracks some new units are on their way soon... however until then please read on for today's patch, which includes a bunch of fixes and some highly requested changes!


What's New?

• New Factory – Will spawn vehicles other than tanks
  
• Officers Vehicles are now available in Sandbox mode
  
• Player will now be able to save mid campaign

Latest Fixes and Optimization

• Fixed known crash from too many units spawned
  
• Fixed bombs bouncing off buildings
  
• Fixed bombers not dropping bombs effectively under reported circumstances
  
• Support for Ultra wide Screens
  
• Fixed known issue when taking control over tanks when repairing
  
• Fixed Artillery start-up Direction
  
• Fixed flat tank rendering in the main menu
  
• Fix exception at the end of shadow mode
  
• Mouse sensitivity resetting
  
• Additional Optimization improvements
  
• Fixed some rock elements not spawning on maps properly
  
• Fixed known typos in some unit naming
  
• Added sounds to radar & triebflugel
  
• Improvements to pathfinding
  
• Adjusted balancing in Act I, final mission German Campaign
  
• Fixed graphical glitch on unit nation patches (neutral + Hotchkiss)
  
• Fixed wolverine turret movement
  
• Fixed issues related to units not taking cover properly

Hey TTS fans!

First of all a massive thank you to all your support so far.

We've recently put together a short survey to help us look at priorities in game and how we can work on making TTS the best experience possible for you all.

If you would like to take part ( should take no longer than 5 minutes ) please let us know your thoughts here: Total Tank Simulator Community Feedback



Additionally we now have an Official Total Tank Simulator wiki. All the units, campaign missions, and faction information you could wish for, you can join the wiki and help update it here.

The team are currently working hard on the next update. Be sure to tune in next week for more details!

- Jade

Hey all

As mentioned last week, the team have been working hard on implementing some improvements from launch feedback last week. With our first bigger update which is live now!


Changes:

In addition to graphics quality settings, CPU performance settings that control the strain on the CPU have been added

The updated version should automatically determine the best default settings for both GPU and CPU performance levels. However, at any time it will be possible to switch those settings to something else.
The CPU settings will control the following aspects of the game that have an impact on CPU usage:

• Number of particle systems: spawning (explosions, trails, smokes, debris from buildings)
  
• Number of particles in each running system (explosions, trails, smokes behind units etc.)
  
• Explosion colouring the environment
  
• Explosion deforming the terrain
  
• Whether infantry ragdolls are enabled on death
  
• How long do ragdolls last after death
  
• How long do machine gun bullets travel
  
• Limit accuracy of colliders around infantry bodies when viewed from a long distance
  
• Reduce the number of sounds played and processed
  
• Disable fly-by sounds
  
• Spawning fewer trees on maps
  
• Control the limit of units on lower settings.
  
• Reset Button Added after game is over - to make it easier to restart in Sandbox.

As always thank you for your support in Total Tank Simulator - please check out our pinned posts on the Steam Discussions if you wish to provide further feedback or need assistance!

Hey Total Tank Simulator fans,

Thank you for all your support on launch yesterday, it’s been a very busy day for the team!

We’ve been reading all your feedback and suggestions and understand some users have been experiencing issues - rest assured our team is listening to all your feedback to make Total Tank Simulator as enjoyable as possible. With us working on optimization ASAP. Please read on for our upcoming plans:

First of all the team is gathering as many log files as we can to identify if any errors or exceptions are happening during the game that could affect performance.

We’ve noticed some of you are posting issues in comments - please check the pinned ‘How to report issues and bugs’ thread here which now includes updated guidance on How to gather log files for Total Tank Simulator. This information will help us investigate any problems - which in turn makes the game the best experience for you!

We will also push a change later today that adjusts the number of units that can spawn in the battle in accordance with the quality settings chosen by the player.


We are working on getting an update out to you all early next week -

In addition to graphics quality settings, we will add CPU performance settings that control the strain on the CPU.


The updated version should automatically determine the best default settings for both GPU and CPU performance levels. However, at any time it will be possible to switch those settings to something else.
The CPU settings will control the following aspects of the game that have an impact on CPU usage:

• Number of particle systems: spawning (explosions, trails, smokes, debris from buildings)
  
• Number of particles in each running system (explosions, trails, smokes behind units etc.)
  
• Explosion colouring the environment
  
• Explosion deforming the terrain
  
• Whether infantry ragdolls are enabled on death
  
• How long do ragdolls last after death
  
• How long do machine gun bullets travel
  
• Limit accuracy of colliders around infantry bodies when viewed from a long distance
  
• Reduce the number of sounds played and processed
  
• Disable fly-by sounds
  
• Spawning fewer trees on maps
  
• Control the limit of units on lower settings.
  
• We also plan to look into gathered logs to determine if there are any errors or exceptions that could impact the performance.

Keep an eye out on our latest news feed for when this patch goes live.


We have adjusted our system requirements from further testing and feedback, to more accurately represent minimal sufficient gameplay.

Minimal:
RAM: 8GB
CPU: Intel Core i5-7600K
Gfx: NVidia 960
Recommended:
Dysk: SSD
RAM: 16GB
CPU: Intel Core i5-8600K
Gfx: NVidia 1060

We understand there are areas within our game engine & game where we think we could improve performance by creating a customized solution that better suits our game instead of using a built-in general solution. This will be ongoing work from the team as the game progresses and we will be sure to update you all with any changes and improvements.

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Thank you again for all your support, we look forward to hearing your continued feedback and sharing upcoming plans with you. See you on the battlefield!

Noobz from Poland & 505 Games

Hey Total Tank Simulator Fans!

Today the wait is over, after years of hard work Total Tank Simulator is out now on Steam! ːsteamhappyː

Watch our latest trailer here:


We've been truly overwhelmed by the TTS community and it means so much to the team. Because of the support of our wishlist campaign we are able to offer 10% off for the first week of release!

REPORTING ANY BUGS OR ISSUES
We have published a list of known issues which has been pinned on our Steam Discussion board that our devs are aware of. If you have come across a bug please take a look at this list, before creating a new discussion or informing our Customer Support team :)

In the circumstance you run into any launch day issues, you can submit a bug directly to the team here:
https://fs30.formsite.com/505games/tts/index.html

You won't get a reply from the dev team, but they will see all your reports.

If you want to speak to someone, please reach out to our Customer Support team, either through our Support site or over on the Official 505 Games Discord server and the channel #total-tank-simulator-support 505 Games Discord - https://discordapp.com/invite/505games

SUGGESTIONS
As for suggestions, there is a suggestions Sub-Forum on Steam for players to make suggestions.

You are really important to us, so whilst we cannot reply to every single one of you, do remember that for every suggestion and comment you make is crucial for the future of Total Tank Simulator!

JOIN THE COMMUNITY
Twitter - https://twitter.com/TotalTankSim
Discord - https://discord.com/invite/totaltanksimulator
Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/r/Total_Tank_Simulator/


Thank you again for all your support! Noobz from Poland & 505 Games.

See you on the battlefield!

Hey Total Tank Sim fans,

There's a lot to be tankful for today as we release our brand new trailer and let you all know the burning question? When can you get your hands on Total Tank Simulator!



505 Games and Noobz From Poland are all set to release Total Tank Simulator on Steam for PC Wednesday, May 20. ːsteamhappyː

Total Tank Simulator is a passion project brought to life from Noobz from Poland and began as a small scale handcrafted demo released in 2016 which quickly drew the attention of players around the world!

Offering a unique way to experience some of the most pivotal moments in world history, Total Tank Simulator is a battle simulation game offering an explosive combination of a physics-based gameplay and historically accurate content (sort of).

The original experience has since evolved to a full launch packed with three exciting game modes and dozens of totally destructible maps through the lens of six nations, each with a unique campaign.

You will take on the role of a commander of one of six nations in each campaign, strategically deploying massive armies before watching the physics-based engine playout the battle with real-world accuracy. Setting itself apart from other titles, Total Tank Simulator encourages players to be a part of the action, allowing direct control of individual units – from tanks and planes to snipers, soldiers and more.

Hundreds of historical and classified units and weapons are carefully detailed with environments that are completely destructible from the Sahara Desert to the green fields of Europe and the snowy plains of Russian Taiga and beyond.

Three distinct gameplay modes will appeal to different players and will challenge players to be strategic and creative, including: Sandbox Mode, Shadow Mode and Campaign Mode each with six historical nations to play as.

After years of development shaped by your community feedback,

Total Tank Simulator will be available on the Steam for PC on Wednesday, May 20 for $19.99/€19,99/£16.49. ( local prices will be available ASAP )

But that's not all!

You can also save 10% off by purchasing Total Tank Simulator during the games launch week, a resulting reward of 505 Games’ wish list campaign:

• 50K wish lists = Secret Weapons or Special Tactics units will be available for each of the original factions
  
• 75K wish lists = Secret Weapons or Special Tactics units + Officer Units + 10% release discount (1 week)
  
• 150K wish lists = Secret Weapons or Special Tactics units + Officer Units + 25% release discount (1 week)

We can still achieve the final reward of 25% off if cleared prior to launch! Please share with your friends and get them to wishlist today.

As always thank you for your feedback, be sure to chat with us here or on our Discord, Twitter and Reddit.

- Noobz From Poland & 505 Games

Tank you Total Tank Simulator fans ( see what we did there...)

We would like to thank all the Commanders that participated on the recent preview run, and of course all our community for watching!

The strategic targets have been secured as we just reached 75K Wishlists on Steam. Effectively meaning Officer units will be present in game and there will be a 10% launch discount on Steam. Release date and price to be confirmed!



So what are Officers?
Officers are a special unit that can be acquired and equipped with different vehicles.
On the field it can provide offensive, defensive or movement bonuses to adjacent units.

- Each one provides different modificators to the surrounding units (they have an area of effect): damage they deal, damage they take or speed.
- You can acquire (pay) officers and upgrade them through the campaign.
- They can die.
- They can be captures and you can bail them out (pay).

This has been a great campaign so far , but remember we can achieve a major victory if we reach 150K Wishlists that will grant a 25% discount on Steam! ;)

The team are working hard on the final version of the game and we can't wait to continue to share more with you!

Thank you as always for your continued support!

Noobz from Poland & 505 Games


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Hey all,

As you might have seen in our previous news, we gave a bunch of content creators and community members super top secret access to an updated preview of Total Tank Simulator! The preview is over...for now however keep an eye out on our news for more information!

Get your snacks ready because we have a bunch of content for you to tuck into!



Baron VonGames
Baron already has started a TTS series on his channel with the preview, so be sure to subscribe!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_HX-k_vTjQ&t=1154s

Blitz
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HGzdllyTbuM

Drae
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLSbUq5G11A

Woobler
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85LCVyRYIF0

Kalach
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmD-fO5Ftu0&t=1s

Bankgarmo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljPC3jP3-ZY&t=6s


SergiuhelldragonHQhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnAXs8KDFB8&t=13s

Dailey Productions
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3UE8vitm9g

Checkpoint
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5b26vMCsMd8

The Hogathy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W61rjii8NNQ

Vicio
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_59C9DYy9mY

Lutel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0tzI-k3REU

As always, thank you so much for your support! Make sure to head over to the creators channels to show some TTS love and feedback!

- Noobz from Poland & 505 Games

Hey Total Tank Sim fans!

A lot has been happening behind the scenes for Noobz from Poland and 505 Games.

We are going through uncertain times globally and we ask you to, please be safe, and take care of yourself and others <3

We know that you want to know more about how the game is progressing and, specifically, would like to have release details. We rather not provide release information at this stage in case we are forced to reconsider it in the light of the current events.

But would like to reiterate that we are progressing as planned. ːsteamhappyː

In order to offer an advance on the game progress we have recently reached out to a selection of content creators and community members to join a private latest development preview of the game!

They will be showing their videos and comments over the next few days! We hope you enjoy!

Here's a selection of content creators who have already been showing off content today, make sure to head over to their YouTube and Twitter to get them to be part of the Total Tank Simulator Army ;)


DALEY PRODUCTIONS


BARONVONGAMES


KALACH


As always please let us know your thoughts on our social channels or right here on Steam!

Total Tank Simulator Twitter
Total Tank Simulator Discord
Total Tank Simulator Reddit

- Thanks again for all your support!
Noobz from Poland and 505 Games.

Hey all,

Thank you so much for your support on our Wishlist Campaign announcement!

We've put together a Frequently Asked Questions list to get you ready for TTS.

We can't tell you a launch date *just* yet but our team are working hard for a 2020 release.



So here is the latest!

Should we expect Steam Workshop compatibility?
A possibility in the future!

Will beta testers get a discount?
There will be no particular discount for beta testers however we have our Wishlist Campaign to reward all our fans - we've already hit Tier 1.

Check out the following tiers and the discounts available:

• Tier 2: 75K wishlists = Secret Weapons or Special Tactics units + Officer Units + 10% release discount (1 week).
• Tier 3 150K wishlists = Secret Weapons or Special Tactics units + Officer Units + 25% release discount (1 week

Where can I wishlist Total Tank Simulator?
You can wishlist TTS over on Steam here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/674500/Total_Tank_Simulator


How much will Total Tank Simulator be?
TBA. The game has grown so much, the content has more than tripled since our first demo!

What are Total Tank Simulator’s minimum PC requirements?
You can view the minimum requirements on our Steam overview here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/674500/Total_Tank_Simulator/


Please note this is an estimate from the development team.


Minimal:
RAM: 8GB
CPU: Intel Core i5-7600K
Gfx: NVidia 960

Recommended:
Disk: SSD
RAM: 16GB
CPU: Intel Core i5-8600K
Gfx: NVidia 1060


What languages does Total Tank Simulator support?
US, UK, GER, FR, IT, SP, RU, POL, BR-PT, JAPANESE, KOREAN, SIMP and TRAD CHINESE.
With some voiceover in US, UK, GER, FR, IT, RU, PO.

Will *certain weapon* be featured in the game?
You’ll have to wait and find out - don’t worry we will be previewing a lot before release! But if there's anything in particular you want to see, let us know!


What nations will be featured?
6 Factions - UK,US,GERMANY,FRANCE,POLAND and USSR.

Will Total Tank Simulator be coming to other platforms/ MAC, LINUX?
At this stage, the focus of the development is Windows only.

Will there be DLC’s after the initial release? A modern-era DLC has been mentioned on Steam.
The plan is to bring some additional content post-launch!

It’s shape or form, delivery date or whether it will be paid or free is still TBD. Our decision is heavily dependant on the performance of the release and the feedback of the community.

Will there be navy battles in the future?
Not in the current plans.

I’ve found a bug! Where is the best place for me to report this?
The current build is very different from the last available demo. So far you can let us know on the Steam forum. When releasing the game we will point to specific channels.

Can I play the demo?
We are going to be removing the demo soon from your libraries to get ready for release! Keep a look out for any events and footage to see the latest content.

Is Total Tank Simulator going to get a multiplayer mode?
We have considered the possibility but for the planned release we will focus exclusively on single player.

How will the campaign be structured? Will it be structured similarly to the one teased in the latest Demo?
In Campaign Mode, you will have the possibility of choosing one faction out of 6.

Each nation has a variable number of acts (some offensive, some defensive), Each act will have different battles and you will have some options in choosing different paths to the final victory, whether you want to fight every single battle of take the shortest route to the final confrontation.

The available battles will be under different conditions: your tech tree will be limited on the first stages and you will need to develop it between battles.

Sometimes you will be required to totally defeat the enemy, while on other occasions you will just need to survive an incoming number of enemy waves or, perhaps, destroy to protect specific units!

After each battle, you will be awarded resources according to your performance that will allow you to research new units and acquire forces for your next battle.

You can replay a battle that you lost but, most likely, you will have fewer resources left so you will need to plan very carefully to turn the tide of war.

How many units can we expect per nation?
A lot, the number of units is variable per nation but in the game, there are up to 200 different units in-game!

We will be updating from our side however our Fandom community have a up to date list here: https://total-tank-simulator.fandom.com/wiki/Units

Make sure to keep up to date on all things TTS here and over on Discord & Twitter.

Thank you again for all your support - The Noobz from Poland and 505 Games Team.