T110E4 | OBJECT 268 | JAGDPANZER E 100 | HO-RI 3

Commanders!

Vehicle balance adjustments continue in Update 1.28.1, focusing on tank destroyer branches of the U.S.A., the U.S.S.R., Germany, and Japan.

As with previous adjustments of other branches and vehicles, these changes are based primarily on performance data. The aim is to enhance underperforming vehicles while slightly adjusting overperformers without altering their core playstyles.

Let's break down the key changes per branch.

Improvements for the T110E4 Branch (Tiers VI–X)

The T110E4 line has received significant enhancements to mobility and gun handling, allowing for smoother engagements, easier adaptation to dynamic battle conditions, and faster repositioning on the battlefield. Reverse speed has been increased, providing greater flexibility when retreating or repositioning under fire. Additionally, improvements to stabilization and aiming time make shots more precise, ensuring greater effectiveness in combat.

Rebalance Highlights

The X T110E4 benefits from a faster reverse speed, improved aiming time, and quicker turret rotation, allowing for better repositioning and target tracking. The IX T30 delivers even more devastating firepower with enhanced penetration and damage, though its reload time has been slightly increased to maintain balance. Meanwhile, the VIII T28 Prototype now boasts greater penetration and damage output, reinforcing its ability to punch through armored opponents while maintaining its deliberate, methodical playstyle.

Improvements for the Object 268 Branch (Tiers II–X)

The Soviet TDs up to the Object 268 have been enhanced with improved accuracy, mobility, and gun depression, increasing their overall flexibility in battle. The top-tier vehicle now boasts better gun dispersion and reduced aiming time, making its long-range shots more reliable. Meanwhile, the other vehicles in this branch have additionally received refinements to their mobility and aiming parameters, allowing them to reposition more effectively and deliver precise firepower with greater consistency.

Rebalance Highlights

The X Object 268 is now a more precise and responsive sniper, with improved gun dispersion and reduced aiming time, ensuring greater accuracy at long range. The IX Object 704 has also received enhanced gun accuracy and aiming time, making its devastating shots even more reliable, while a higher top speed improves its ability to reposition when needed. Meanwhile, the VIII ISU-152 now delivers even stronger blows, with increased HEAT and APCR penetration, ensuring it remains a formidable force against heavily armored targets.

Improvements for the Jagdpanzer E 100 Branch up to the Jagdtiger (Tiers IV–IX)

While the Jagdpanzer E 100 remains unchanged, its predecessors have received notable enhancements to their accuracy and maneuverability. Gun dispersion and aiming times have been improved, particularly for mid-tier German tank destroyers, allowing for more consistent precision at various engagement distances. Additionally, traverse speeds have been increased, making these vehicles more responsive in close encounters and better suited for adapting to shifting battlefield conditions.

Rebalance Highlights

The IX Jagdtiger now aims faster, reloads quicker, and moves more efficiently thanks to increased engine power, making it a more effective damage dealer. The VIII Ferdinand also benefits from shorter reload times, improved AP and APCR penetration, and reinforced frontal armor, allowing it to hold defensive positions with greater resilience and firepower.

Slight Reductions for the Ho-Ri 3 Branch (Tiers V–X)

The Japanese TD line has undergone slight adjustments to ensure a balanced performance while preserving its distinct playstyle. These refinements are designed to maintain the branch's strengths while addressing certain areas of overperformance. The top reverse speed has been slightly reduced, making tactical retreats a bit more deliberate without significantly impacting overall mobility. Additionally, minor increases in gun dispersion encourage more calculated shot placement while still allowing these vehicles to excel in mid-range engagements. Lastly, a modest reduction in view range adds a layer of strategic depth, rewarding careful positioning without diminishing effectiveness.

Rebalance Highlights

The X Ho-Ri 3 now has a marginally reduced reverse speed and slightly increased gun dispersion, requiring more calculated positioning without drastically impacting its performance. The IX Ho-Ri 1 sees a minor accuracy adjustment and a slight reduction in view range, rewarding careful engagement tactics. Meanwhile, the VIII Ho-Ri 2 compensates for a slightly longer reload time with increased damage across all shell types, ensuring it remains a high-impact threat in battle.

Update 1.28.1 fine-tunes four popular tank destroyer branches to keep battles fair and engaging and reshape battlefield dynamics. Take them for a spin, and let us know how these changes impact your strategies!

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