Battle for the heart of Japan in Operation Sunstorm, now available as a free content update for World War 3. Play now to fight in a new game mode, discover two new Japanese maps, expand your loadout with powerful weapons and strikes, and unlock exclusive rewards from the Battle Pass. The full patch notes for Operation Sunstorm are available here.
Explore the Operation Sunstorm hub to read up on this brand-new Conflict Zone, the new tools and gear at your disposal, and emerging reports as Japanese defenses mount.
NEW MODES: FUBAR & DOMINATION
FUBAR is a new take on Tactical Ops focused on infantry battles, with limited strikes and vehicles available, plus a brand-new feature: Revive. Take the fight to Tokyo, the DMZ, Berlin, and Polyarny as you vie to seize or defend six bleeding capture points. See it in action in the trailer below!
Domination is also back in rotation! This 15 versus 15 game mode features intense firefights, close-quarters engagements, and territory control. Wage war against the enemy team to capture strategic points. Hold all three control points to end the match and secure victory.
NEW MAP: TOKYO (TACTICAL OPS/FUBAR)
Tokyo is the world’s largest city, making Japan’s capital a sprawling battlefield full of tactical opportunities. Explore Tokyo’s once-bustling streets as you engage enemies in shopping strips, close the gap in alleyways, and secure a tactical advantage up high. Found in the new Japanese Conflict Zone, take a look at this new Tactical Ops and FUBAR map in action:
NEW MAP: SHIBUYA (TEAM DEATHMATCH/DOMINATION)
Shibuya is a special ward in Tokyo and one of Japan’s most famous cultural hotspots. Battle day and night through streets ablaze with neon lights to help retake it. Get ready to deploy in Team Deathmatch and Domination by watching the trailer below:
GEAR UP WITH NEW OPERATORS
Unlock all-new Operator Blueprints, including:
- JGSDF Rikujō Jieitai (Japan): The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force is the largest military branch in the country. With over 150,000 soldiers in reserve, they are primarily specialized in land warfare.
- Special Boarding Unit & SBU Breacher (Japan): These Operators are special forces in the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force. Trained by Britain's SBS, their ops are mostly classified, but they’re known to specialize in maritime counter-terrorism, Asia-Pacific defense, and anti-piracy.
- Japanese Resistance Fighter (Japan): As the conflict swallows Tokyo, resistance is kindled. These fighters have taken arms and geared up to push foreign combatants out of the capital, and eventually the nation.
Even more Operator Blueprints are available on the Battle Pass!
GET NEW WEAPONS IN YOUR SIGHTS
Expand your arsenal with the following weapons:
- Type-89 (Assault Rifle): Affectionately known in the Japanese military as 'Buddy’, the Type-89 is effective at range and designed for ease of use, as its proprietary ammo is interchangeable with US and NATO rounds.
- PF3 (Rocket Launcher): This shoulder-fired rocket launcher was originally designed to counter Soviet tanks. Relatively compact and lightweight, it can fire devastating warheads over a surprising range.
- Deagle (Handgun): This truly iconic large caliber handgun is of American and Israeli design. Reportedly used by special forces in Poland and Portugal, may it serve you well on the streets of Tokyo.
- QBZ-191 (Assault Rifle): This rifle is issued to China’s army and police. Compared to its predecessor, it features improved ergonomics, a gas-operated piston, and superior medium to long-range ballistics.
LAUNCH NEW STRIKES
New heavy ordnance is at your disposal:
- Type X (Main Battle Tank): A Japanese main battle tank fitted with a 120mm smoothbore cannon. Well-armored to counter various threats, its autoloader makes for a great tank deterrent.
- Type XVI (Tank Destroyer): A Japanese tank destroyer designed for easy airlifting. Lithe and lightly armored, its main armament is potent enough to counter even larger armored vehicles.
- Bumblebee (Drone): Own the skies with this dangerous drone, deployed by Japanese forces to counter incoming incursions. You know what they say, float like a butterfly...
IMPORTANT: All base Blueprints for new weapons and strikes in Operation Sunstorm can be unlocked via free progression, and do not require the purchase of a Battle Pass.
OPERATION SUNSTORM BATTLE PASS
The Operation Sunstorm Battle Pass is now available to buy in-game! It’s your key to unlocking exclusive Japan-themed rewards in Operation Sunstorm. Play and battle to unlock over 50 Tiers of rewards, including unique Premium customization options for your Operators, weapons, strikes, and more!
QUALITY OF LIFE IMPROVEMENTS
We’re also dropping lots of new features and quality-of-life updates with the launch of Operation Sunstorm, including:
- Revive System (FUBAR): Down, but not out. Critically injured teammates now stand a fighting chance… if their team can revive them in time!
- Contextual HUD: Streamline your UI by choosing which elements you see, and when (available via Settings).
- Staged Reloads: Resume reloading where you left off if you’re rudely interrupted.
- In-Game News: Get the biggest World War 3 news directly in-game!
- Battle Pass Tier Skips: Running out of time to unlock rewards? Use UNC to skip tiers.
- Vehicle Audio Revamp: Enjoy a more immersive aural experience.
- Improved Visibility: We’ve added better camera behavior in vehicles and enhanced visibility through Iron Sights.
- Tactical Ops Scoring: The playing field has been leveled for a better balance between solo players and squads.
- More To Discover: Check out the Operation Sunstorm patch notes to see what else is new and improved!
Operation Sunstorm is now available as a free update. Download and play World War 3 today on Windows PC via the World War 3 Launcher and Steam!