The latest heavy hitter to sail into the World of Warships Armory is the Tier X Battleship X Hawaii. This isn't just another battleship; it takes the familiar Alaska-class hull and completely changes its loadout, mounting a surprising 24 small-caliber guns. This unique armament profile immediately signals a divergence from standard Tier X battleship meta, suggesting a focus on intense close-quarters brawling and high secondary DPS builds.
This focus on small-caliber weaponry makes the X Hawaii an intriguing tactical option for Tier X naval combat. Players who have been stacking their competitive currency should head to the Armory, as the X Hawaii is available for Steel as part of the ongoing Steel Fleet event, packaged with the exclusive 'Made of Steel' camouflage. For those who prefer rolling the dice, the ship, along with its rarer variant X Hawaii G, can also drop from Golden Gift containers.
Celebrating 250 Years of US Navy History
Beyond the new premium warship, Wargaming has announced a unique collaboration that speaks directly to the game's historical foundation. They have partnered with Naval Atlas to release a 2026 calendar celebrating the upcoming 250th anniversary of the US Navy. The calendar will feature 12 different museum ships, tying directly into the historical accuracy and naval passion that drives the World of Warships community.
Is X Hawaii Worth the Steel Investment?
Steel is the most valuable competitive resource in WoWS, typically reserved for truly meta-defining ships or highly dependable cruisers. While the X Hawaii's unique armament makes it an intriguing choice for brawling or secondary builds, players need to weigh its specialized role against other established Tier X Steel options. This battleship clearly caters to a specific playstyle, rewarding captains who enjoy getting in close and leveraging high rates of fire over slow, massive alpha damage.
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