Wargaming announced a collaboration with iconic metal band Megadeth. A multi-product musical in-game event named Metal Fest is set to bring the power of meta to for popular games: World of Tanks Modern Armor; World of Tanks Blitz; World of Warships; and World of Warships: Legends.
This event is scheduled to kick off on August 28, Metal Fest will be a celebration of the genre, featuring exclusive voiceovers by Dave Mustaine, the frontman of Megadeth ; James Lomenzo; Dirk Verbeuren; and Kiko Loureiro. Along with that there will be Megadeth-branded in-game items such as tanks and warships, in-game missions and quests, integrated songs and more.
The collaboration between Wargaming and Megadeth introduces the band’s iconic mascot, Vic Rattlehead, who will be making his debut appearance in video games with stunning 3D representation and voiceover.
This event will last for a few weeks for each game so you won’t have to worry about missing out on this neat collaboration.
Here’s all the information for each games event provided by Wargaming:
World of Tanks Modern Armor
August 29 – September 25, 2023
Players will be able to complete Challenges to unlock various Megadeth-themed rewards. Two new tanks inspired by the albums “Peace Sells…but Who’s Buying?” and “The Sick, The Dying… and the Dead!” will make their debut in the Store. Vic Rattlehead will appear as an exclusive 3D Commander, while Dave Mustaine, James Lomenzo, Dirk Verbeuren, and Kiko Loureiro will be added as 2D Commanders, all with their own unique voiceovers. Tankers will enjoy two Megadeth songs (“Soldier On!” and “Peace Sells”) in the Garage if they own the Megadeth tanks, fueling the adrenaline of battles with pure rock power.
World of Tanks Blitz
August 29 – September 3, 2023
World of Tanks Blitz players can join in the action with a dedicated Megadeth quest, offering exclusive prizes such as static and animated camos inspired by various Megadeth album covers; a unique tank skin inspired by the “Peace Sells…but Who’s Buying?” album for the Chieftain Mk. 6; avatars; and collectible items. An exact replica of Dave Mustaine’s guitar will create a special atmosphere in the Hangar, as players dive into thrilling metal-infused battles.
World of Warships PC
August 28 – September 13, 2023
World of Warships players will be engaged in special missions to obtain exclusive Commanders! Dave Mustaine will be immortalized as a ship Commander with an original voiceover, and Vic Rattlehead will also join the fray, issuing orders with a menacing voice. As the final reward, the powerful Death Ray patch will be granted, marking conquerors of the seas with true metal prestige.
World of Warships Legends
August 28 – October 2, 2023
In World of Warships: Legends, players will be rewarded with cruiser Rattlehead, and while helming her, Captains can also embrace guises for both Dave and Vic as rewards. Moreover, players can also obtain a themed patch and flag featuring the band’s logo and Vic’s head, displaying their loyalty to the metal legends.
Learn more about the Wargaming Metal Fest here.
