April brings major updates and fun surprises to Modern Warships!

This month features the release of the Reconnection function, a full-scale test of the new Matchmaking system, a rebalance of ships and equipment, and our traditional massive drop of new equipment.

Main Update Highlights

⭐️ Reconnection Function

• New Connection Window: Added a dedicated window with a timer when the connection is lost.
• Stability: Improved overall operational stability.
• Availability: Reconnection is now available for all battles in the following modes: Team Deathmatch, Ranked Mode, and Custom Rooms.
• Future Updates: This feature will be enabled for Clan Mode at a later date.

⭐️ New Matchmaking

• Access: Available to all players in Team Deathmatch mode.
• Testing Phase: We are currently testing system stability. During this phase, you may encounter slight team imbalances—this is expected behavior. Our primary focus is verifying core mechanics and room assembly times. Team balancing will be refined in upcoming stages.•
• Feedback: Thank you in advance for your feedback during this testing period!

⭐️ Rebalance

Several ships and pieces of equipment have been rebalanced to improve the performance of long-available units. A detailed article is available in a Separate article

Battle Pass: «Tactical Capture»

• The new Battle Pass season is available from April 1 to April 30. Complete 40 stages, each granting access to valuable rewards.
• Become the best and earn the season’s grand reward — HTMS Chang (LPD-792) Assault Landing Ship. The main reward can be obtained by all players who complete the Battle Pass.
• Purchasing the Premium Battle Pass instantly unlocks 5 stages, giving immediate access to the unique reward of stage four.
• Purchasing the VIP Battle Pass unlocks 10 stages and provides immediate access to 5 unique rewards described below.
• Complete daily missions and unlock unique rewards, including HTMS Chang (LPD-792).

HTMS Chang (LPD-792) Assault Landing Ship

T3, available in the free Battle Pass track.

Armament:

1. RUM-139 Swarmer — Missile Battery [x2]
2. Mark 45 Mod 4 (127 mm) — Cannon [x2]
3. RUR-5B ASROC — Grenade Launcher [x2]
4. RAH-66 Comanche — Helicopter [x2]
5. H/PJ-17 (30 mm) — Autocannon [x2]
6. Sea RAM — Air Defense [x3]
7. RIM-7 Sea Sparrow — Air Defense [x2]
8. RIM-162C ESSM — Air Defense [x1]🔒
9. JARI USV — UV [x1]
10. JARI USV — UV [x1]

Features:

Thailand's assault landing ship based on the Chinese Type 071 project, designed to support other naval forces and counter all types of threats. This ship features good seaworthiness, a large deck with several helicopters, and a vast set of modern armaments. The ship has a really versatile set of weapons for all cases: missiles, cannons, grenade launchers, autocannons, and carries some unmanned vessels as well. Of course, there are reliable air defenses, including a unique RIM-162C ESSM, which offer full basic coverage of all aerial threats. It is a great example of an advanced assault landing ship, which can easily adjust to any specific target or combat scenario.

F-19 Hellcat Strike Fighter

T3, available in the VIP Battle Pass.

Features:

A prototype of a multirole strike fighter developed in secrecy by the United States. The project features clever use of stealth technologies and a reliable armament choice, allowing it to effectively engage surface and aerial targets. The aircraft's arsenal begins with an aircraft cannon project based on simplified particle acceleration technology called Railgun-19, suitable for engaging ships at close ranges. It is followed by HG-19, a compact hypersonic anti-ship missile with a nuclear warhead and an advanced targeting system. Finally, there are SPEAR-EWF, multipurpose missiles with an improved target acquisition system and rapid loading mechanism with manual fire control, allowing for effective fire pressure distribution towards enemies.

XM2001 Crusader Cannon

T3, available in the VIP Battle Pass.

Features:

A heavy American cannon with high-explosive shells. It fires two shots in a single salvo and boasts moderate accuracy and a good reload time. Effective against surface targets at long ranges.

LRHW Dark Eagle Missile Battery

T3, available in the VIP Battle Pass.

Features:

An American long-range hypersonic missile. It has a very high trajectory and accelerates to very high speeds, inflicting devastating damage at the point of impact and also dealing area damage. It features robust casing and a good reload time.

Drone Thanatos

T3, available in the Premium Battle Pass.

Features:

American newest unmanned aerial vehicle, designed to escort combat aircraft operated by live personnel. It features streamlined aerodynamics and a small, yet functional weapons suite. This includes the AGM-181 LRSO (Nuke), a long-range nuclear-armed air-launched cruise missile with an advanced target acquisition system and a heavily reinforced hull. Additionally, it is supported by the ASW-T, a specialized version of a multipurpose missile designed to destroy underwater targets which can also be used as a diversionary tool to create pressure on air defense systems.

Legendary Camouflage: "Justice"

Available in the VIP Battle Pass.

Epic Camouflage: "Special Forces"

Available in the Premium Battle Pass.

Rare Camouflage: "Guardian of Order"

Available in the free Battle Pass track.

Equipment [Ranked Shop]

Fattah-1 missile battery (T3, Iran)

Decals

The new "Deep Space" collection has been added. These decals can be earned through various activities throughout April.

Season Storage

The Vault has been updated with the "Abyssal Dragon" season (originally released August 2025). Inside, you can find valuable VIP rewards, customization items, and the CN Type 039C submarine.

Ship & Equipment Remasters

Visual and performance refreshes for:

• RAH-66 Comanche Helicopter (T3, USA)
• Su-57-A Felon Fighter (T3, Russia)
• Su-57-B Felon Strike Fighter (T3, Russia)
• Su-75 Checkmate Strike Fighter (T3, Russia)
• IT Caio Duilio Destroyer (T2, Italy)

Additional Improvements

• UI/UX: Improved visuals for equipment and ship icons.
• Avatar Editor: Improved visual interface; added rarity displays for avatars in most in-game windows.

🛠 Bugfixes

• Port: Fixed flickering/incorrect rendering of water reflections.
• Comparison Window: Fixed "Jamming Resistance" parameter (incorrectly highlighting "No" in green).
• Comparison Window: Fixed incorrect highlighting for "Acceleration Time."
• Tutorial: Fixed a freeze occurring after the camouflage selection stage.
• Arid Frontier: Fixed shore collision issues that allowed ships to enter terrain and fire.
• Banners: Fixed the "!" notification not disappearing on the Commander's Return banner.
• Ships: Fixed an issue where the previous subsystem remained visible after being replaced.
• Daily Bonus: Fixed "First 10 Battles" bonus being deducted in incorrect modes.

🛠 Bugfixes | Models & Gameplay

• H18: The bay cover of #4 missile won't open if not selected.
• GCAP: Fixed the problem of "Stealth" parameter can't be upgraded.
• RF Vladimir Andreev: HSU100 no longer gets stuck under the hull upon launch.
• Cakra (210 mm): Fixed mismatch between caliber and shell animation.
• AW249 Fenice: Corrected firing point position.
• Type 26: Fixed the flame position of the locked Harpoon missile.
• USS New Hampshire: Cougar helicopter no longer appears while undetected.
• IT Caio Duilio (PC): Fixed "Railing" texture rendering.