NICOSIA, Cyprus – June 10, 2025 – Armored Warfare, the tactical free-to-play MMO from Wishlist Games, is charging ahead with its next Battle Path: Rough Riders, launching July 22, 2025. This premium campaign introduces all-new vehicles, gritty missions, and exclusive rewards inspired by the evolution of U.S. armored units. Building on the legacy of the U.S. Cavalry, Rough Riders takes players from the Revolutionary and Civil Wars to the Rough Riders of the 1890s and both World Wars, culminating in the transformation into modern armored cavalry after Vietnam. Pre-orders open today in the Web Shop.
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ELKE (Tier 7 Premium LT) – A lightning-fast demonstrator for a Sheridan replacement program. Armed with a 75mm XM274 Ares gun on a hydraulic arm, it boasts wild elevation angles and blistering fire rates in two modes. With minimal armor but extreme mobility, the ELKE is perfect for ambushes and hit-and-run tactics.
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RDF/LT Ares (Tier 8 Premium LT) – A fast and deadly prototype designed for high-speed assaults. Equipped with a 75mm rapid-fire cannon, long-range Stinger missiles, and an unmanned turret for improved survivability, the Ares combines mobility and firepower for tactical domination. Its upgraded engine and versatile loadout make it perfect for ambushes and flanking maneuvers.
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XM1302 (Tier 10 Premium LT) – An agile, hard-hitting prototype armed with a 105mm cannon and excellent gun handling. Its unique Mitigation ability reduces damage while moving at high speeds, making it perfect for daring flanking runs and evasive strikes.
KEY FEATURES
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50 levels of progression with exclusive rewards.
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3 new Premium Light Tanks: ELKE (T7), RDF/LT Ares (T8), XM1302 (T10).
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Commander Anthony Diaz returns with versatile skills.
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New epic skins and cosmetics inspired by real U.S. service history.
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Popular Existing Content, including premium vehicles and legacy skins.
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Reworked missions focused on Light Tanks, with streamlined progression.
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Expanded Battle Path Shop with new items at standard prices.
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Pre-order bonuses include camouflage, avatar, boosters, and coins.
You can now secure access to the Battle Path with preorder-exclusive items early in the Web Shop. The following bundles are available:
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Rough Riders access with the Cavalry Blues camouflage and the Modern Cavalryman player avatar
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Rough Riders access with 50,000 Battle Coins, the Cavalry Blues camouflage and the Modern Cavalryman player avatar
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Rough Riders access with 10 Battle Coin boosters, the Cavalry Blues camouflage and the Modern Cavalryman player avatar
MESSAGE FROM CEO
“Rough Riders is the result of months of hard work and passion from our team. We set out to capture the spirit of American cavalry’s evolution — from horses to armored warfare — and bring that energy into gameplay. This Battle Path is a tribute to military history and our commitment to evolving the game with our community.” — Alexey Larionov, CEO, Wishlist Games
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About Armored Warfare
Armored Warfare, powered by CryEngine, is a free-to-play tactical military MMO that puts you in command of modern tanks and a variety of armored vehicles, set in an alternate future of modern warfare. With its intense team-based gameplay, the game offers both PvE and PvP modes, giving players the flexibility to progress without needing to master both modes.
Wishlist Games (WLG) is an independent European publisher and developer, known for its work on Armored Warfare and World War 3. Headquartered in Cyprus, the company boasts a diverse team of over 50 employees from countries all over the world. Many of the team members have contributed to globally renowned projects like World of Warcraft, PUBG Mobile, World of Tanks, Total War: Arena, The Finals, Cyberpunk 2077, and many more. WLG specializes in developing and publishing large-scale multiplayer projects that engage millions of players worldwide. As the company continues to grow, it remains committed to delivering tactical combat experiences that empower creativity, freedom, and fun for a global gaming community.
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