Wargaming.net announces that the retail version of World of Tanks is now available in North American stores, offering another way to get this online multiplayer shooter focused on armored combat. The game is free to play, so the boxed edition includes bonuses worth $30.00 USD for a $19.99 purchase price, consisting of a T2 Light Tank; a one week premium account; 1,050,000 credits; and 1,800 gold. Here are some details about the game itself:

World of Tanks is the first and only team-based massively multiplayer online action game dedicated to World War II armored warfare. Throw yourself into epic tank battles with other tank commanders worldwide. A flexible system of authentic vehicle upgrades and development allows you to try any of the vehicles and weapons in the game. Whether you prefer to exhaust your foes with fast and maneuverable light tanks, make deep breaches in enemy lines with all-purpose medium tanks, use the force of giant tanks to eliminate opposing armored forces, or become a heavy sniper with long-range howitzers.