Why Do I Keep Playing World of Tanks Despite Sucking at It?

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Hey everyone! I’ve been playing World of Tanks since I first bought the Löwe for about 50 Euros years ago. Back then, the game felt completely different — no physics, friendly fire was a thing, and the maps have changed a lot. Honestly, I started with the Kleintraktor and got wrecked immediately, then uninstalled for a while. Fast forward over a decade, and I’m still playing… but I still feel like I really suck! I’ve been trying to improve, but I find myself grinding for tanks like the Waffenträger and Phoenix without much fun. I’ve tried Warthunder too, but that’s even worse for me! I keep asking myself why I’m still playing when it feels like I’m stuck in a cycle of frustration. I realize I like WoT because it’s easy to play and understand compared to other tank games, but the competition is scarce. I’m caught in this dilemma: keep playing for another decade or just quit altogether. Any thoughts on this?

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5 Answers

NoobWarrior77 -

You know, putting your passion back into the game could really change your experience! Try to focus on what you enjoy rather than stressing about performance. It’s a game, after all!

StrategySavant -

Slowing down can really help! I was the same at first but found that taking my time improved my game. It’s not always about the premium tanks; if you learn the gameplay and play smart, you’ll start seeing results!

SillySniper -

Don’t be so hard on yourself! It’s about having fun. I found tiers 4-8 to be the sweet spot without as much pay-to-win nonsense. Take your time and learn; it’ll click eventually!

RogueTankDriver -

Have you thought about just giving it a break? I did and uninstalled the game recently. Honestly, it’s nice not dealing with the pay-to-win issues. The way things are headed with matchmaking, it just doesn’t feel fair anymore.

GamerGuru42 -

You’re definitely not alone! A lot of us love/hate WoT because it’s so nostalgic. Sometimes a break can be refreshing, and it’s okay to suck at something you enjoy. WoT is evolving and has been around for almost 15 years, so they’re always working to improve things. If you stick with it, hopefully, you’ll find you enjoy it more!

BalancingAct99 -

Right? Plus, with all the changes coming, who knows? Things might get better soon!

CynicalFury -

Yeah, but honestly, the matchmaking can be frustrating! I recently had to deal with it too.

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