Wargaming.net announces details on a new version 7.2 update in the works for World of Tanks North America and World of Tanks Europe, the free-to-play multiplayer armored combat shooter(s). The new version will add a pair of new maps, substitute American heavy tanks, new U.S. tank destroyers, and a new tutorial for rookie World of Tanks commanders. "We are always happy to introduce new features and game content to our community," said World of Tanks Lead game designer Mike Zhivets. "Many more new exciting features are on their way and will be introduced in the nearest updates." This trailer shows off the new version, which they say will be released by March 31st. Here are some details:

Along with two new maps - Live Oaks, the first map with North American setting, and Campania depicting traditional Italian landscapes - Update 7.2 will feature the long-anticipated substitution in top American heavies; the T34 (tier IX) and T30 (tier X) will be replaced with the M103 and T110 respectively providing well-rounded top-tier gameplay. The update will also introduce the new branch of US Forces - tank destroyers with rotating turrets.

Another major change is the updated set of crew skills that will add more than 20 new skills to master. Each crew member will have their personal set of skills providing various enhancements to vehicle performance.

Newcomers will be able to pass through an integrated tutorial that will introduce all main gameplay features and help ease the learning curve.