Benedict Cumberbatch Is in Charge
of Holiday Ops 2026!
Benedict Cumberbatch brings his wit, charisma, and impeccable style to Holiday Ops 2026 as its Ambassador, giving the massive event a new spin—and a new set of Assignments to complete for stories, special decorations, signature customizations, and a growing bonus to either credits or XP earned.
A universally acclaimed actor with an expansive and versatile repertoire, Benedict adds his special energy to the spirit of the event—charming, unusual, and sparkling with lively fire.
Step into Holiday Ops 2026, hosted by Benedict Cumberbatch—an experience to savor.
Well-Deserved Reward & a Free Branch for Everyone!
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You are valued members of the global World of Tanks community, and we salute you, commanders! This year, your Well-Deserved Rewards (now with the Legend rank for 15+ years of service) come together with grand gifts,
all claimable from December 3.
all claimable from December 3.
- A free Tier VI–X Tech Tree branch of your choice (to be claimed until mid-January 2026)
- Well-Deserved Reward (to be claimed until November 2026): depending on your registration year, it may include the Black Prince II (a new Tier VII British heavy with double guns), Tokens to exchange for goodies, plus bonds, credits, and much more!
- The best of the 2.0 gift returns (for those who didn't receive the 2.0 gift before):
A free Tier VI–X Tech Tree branch (two for accounts created after December 3, 2025) plus assorted goodies (to be claimed until mid-January 2026)
Festive Village: Feel Right at Home!
Feel at home in your festive Village. Name and decorate it as you wish, collect resources from the icebreaker ship, boost the Festive Atmosphere, complete the Holiday Ops Challenge and Benedict's Assignments, and choose between day and night themes at will—for the first time!
By default, the time in your Village is the same as at your location, but you can click on the large air balloon to switch between sunlight or starlight.
Holiday Ops Challenge: Become High-Performing!
As merry as Holiday Ops are, this is an event for real achievers who are up for the Holiday Ops Challenge.
Each of the 28 Challenge cards comes with two missions. Complete either one to conquer the respective Challenge step.
Earn customization elements, Experimental Equipment, plus discounts on vehicles (including Tier XI), and ultimately, recruit Commander Cumberbatch! On top of that, completing all 56 (28×2) missions allows you to keep Chaffee for good.
Each of the 28 Challenge cards comes with two missions. Complete either one to conquer the respective Challenge step.
Earn customization elements, Experimental Equipment, plus discounts on vehicles (including Tier XI), and ultimately, recruit Commander Cumberbatch! On top of that, completing all 56 (28×2) missions allows you to keep Chaffee for good.
Chaffee: Your Forever Friend
Chaffee the Dog returns in Holiday Ops 2026—to make your festive Village cozy and bring you sacks of rewards every day. This time, you have a wonderful opportunity—to make Chaffee your permanent companion and Garage resident!
The dog is always a breadwinner and an entertainer. Keeping him for good means getting an economic bonus and witnessing charming Garage scenes (with rewards)
that involve your canine friend.
that involve your canine friend.
Large Boxes: Merriment, New Vehicles, Plus More!
Open Large Boxes to receive wonderful gifts! For each opening, you are guaranteed 250 gold, 150 random resources, and 50 resources specific to the Box type (New Year, Christmas, Oriental, or Magic). On top of that, you may discover:
- Extra gold, credits, or days of WoT Premium Account
- A Tier VIII or IX Premium vehicle or a Tier X special vehicle
- A Tier II–V Premium vehicle
- A luxurious 3D style for a Tier IX or X vehicle
- 15 brand-new 3D attachments
- Unique decorations for your Festive Village
Every 50th Large Box opening is a guaranteed Tier VIII, IX Premium or Tier X special vehicle drop, with no duplicates; the counter resets after each drop.
Advent Calendar: Daily Gifts Plus A Large Box!
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From December 1 through December 31, log in to World of Tanks daily and open a new door to collect a reward!
If you miss a day, no problem—claim its reward the next day together with that day's gift.
If you don't manage to pick something up, you can still obtain it for resources until January 12, 2026.
If you miss a day, no problem—claim its reward the next day together with that day's gift.
If you don't manage to pick something up, you can still obtain it for resources until January 12, 2026.
A total of 12 doors opened during the Advent Calendar period gives you a Large Box!
Winter Raid: Unleash Holiday Magic!
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Winter Raid returns with two new maps featuring (among other wonders) capturable islands with towers!
Prepare for frenetic three-team battles for gift boxes—with bold moves, exhilarating pursuits, snowstorms, and just a little bit of sneaking and backstabbing.
Choose from three vehicle classes and complete the event Progression for great rewards
that include brand-new 3D attachments!
Choose from three vehicle classes and complete the event Progression for great rewards
that include brand-new 3D attachments!
Enjoy Festive Streams, Token Store, and Twitch Drops
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Get into the holiday mood with the Festive Token Store and 12 Days of Tankmas!
Starting December 1, 2025, earn Festive Tokens from any WoT Twitch stream with drops enabled, and exchange them for rewards. From December 3, savor 12 consecutive days of Holiday Ops streams on the official channel—featuring mystery Twitch Drops packed with festive surprises! Explore WoT Monthly December for full info.
Join In the Fun, Commanders!
Holiday Ops 2026 is filled with merriment, a special atmosphere, and awesome presents to the brim.
Enjoy it all to the fullest, and festive benedictions upon you all!
Enjoy it all to the fullest, and festive benedictions upon you all!
