Hello, hello, hello! Having finished the last of our [b]NORTHAG[/b] [b]Division[/b] previews last week, it's high time we surveyed the new [b]maps[/b] coming with our first major expansion. These maps will be available to download [b]for free[/b] to all owners of [b]WARNO[/b]. In this week’s first DevBlog, let’s look at the new [b]Stoneware[/b] battlefield. [b][h2]Digging Rocks in Stoneware[/h2][/b] [b]Stoneware[/b] is a new 3v3 9 km² combat arena inspired by the quarry-filled landscapes of the larger Ruhr region in West Germany. Let’s see how your tactical skills will hold up while taking advantage of the map’s unique terrain. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41657262/3d04395eb95c0d86acb5bb65f5ddd74e1c9fcd26.jpg[/img] The creation of [b]Stoneware[/b] was fueled by extensive background research. The battlefield’s design is much more complex and detailed compared to some of our existing maps. The topography is multi-layered and looks pretty damn good, if we say so ourselves. One of the more interesting features are the map’s quarries, which take center stage. Capturing and defending them against the enemy will be critical to securing victory. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41657262/5dc0c22279a7a5be04081024cba7b12d4a3f4a64.jpg[/img] [b]Stoneware’s[/b] Command Zones are expansive and situated around built-up areas that serve as hardy defensive points. Holding these fortified sectors will be likewise key. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41657262/a29b1d968d92343eef1fce6677850c92ab5852a7.jpg[/img] [b][h2]A Unique Tactical Challenge[/h2][/b] The mix of rugged terrain, mountains, and flatlands will require some creative thinking in order to defend or attack through them. Be sure to use the chokepoints and woods to your advantage. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41657262/a950de575eebc6c1090ff6e55a204e6d3395b90a.jpg[/img] The open ground will allow for maneuvering forces, while urban combat will almost be necessary when attacking an enemy-held Command Zone. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41657262/077db4c4438df54cca83301b42fbd2846058b18a.jpg[/img] What do you think? Will [b]Stoneware[/b] become the next [b]WARNO[/b] fan-favorite? Let us know! [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41657262/bfad99fc46578c2d863ff5abd7f96ea1f2f836f5.gif[/img] [b][h2]The new WARNO- NORTHAG expansion[/h2][/b] [b]WARNO - NORTHAG[/b] is the first major expansion coming to [b]WARNO[/b]. World War III hits the North German Plain where the attacking Warsaw Pact needs to overcome the staunch defenses of NATO’s NORTHAG. Under British command, Belgian, Dutch, West German, and American forces battle against the powerful northern formations of the Soviet Group of Forces in Germany, including East German and reinforcing Polish armies. The expansion is planned for later in 2024. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2978620/WARNO__NORTHAG/ [b]WARNO - NORTHAG[/b] will feature: [list][*]2 new [b]Army General[/b] campaigns. [*]4 new [b]Operations[/b]. [*]10 new [b]Divisions[/b], including NATO’s Belgian [b]16e Pantserdivisie[/b], Dutch [b]4e Divisie[/b], the British [b]4th Armoured Division[/b] and [b]MultiNational Airborne Division[/b], and the American [b]9th Infantry (Motorized) Division[/b], while the Warsaw Pact deploys the Soviet [b]25-ya Tank. Diviziya[/b], the East German [b]9. Panzerdivision[/b], and the Polish [b]4 Dywizja Zmechanizowan[/b], [b]20 Dywizja Pancerna[/b] and [b]Grupa Desantowa[/b]. [*]3 new playable nations: NATO’s Belgium and the Netherlands, and Warsaw Pact’s Poland. [*]New voice acting. [*]New units and models.[/list] [b][h2]The new WARNO- NORTHAG detailed[/h2][/b] We have started detailing [b]WARNO - NORTHAG’s[/b] features. Check the dedicated forum post for all the detailed previews! [url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/1611600/discussions/0/4700161359562121615/]NORTHAG: what to expect?[/url] [b][h2]Until Next Time[/h2][/b] That’s it for the first of this week’s two DevBlogs. Tune back in this Thursday for a preview of the new [b]Factory[/b] map. Join the [b]WARNO[/b] community. Check the latest news on the [b][url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/1611600/allnews/]Steam News[/url][/b] page or visit the [b][url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/1611600/discussions/]Steam Forums[/url][/b]. Get together with other players on either the excellent [b][url=https://discord.gg/TEeBArm]Discord server[/url][/b], [b][url=https://www.reddit.com/r/warno/]Reddit page[/url][/b], [b][url=https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiFqzFcEAzeiu3Msr9G7izw]YouTube[/url][/b] or our [b][url=https://www.instagram.com/eugensystems/]Instagram[/url][/b]. See you on the battlefield, commander. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41657262/ae7d222c597609b469983f5525cc89a89770d2d3.gif[/img]