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World of Tanks: SU-8 – Nerf in 2.0 & Gameplay Analysis
This video analyzes the Russian Tier 6 SU-8 artillery in World of Tanks after the 2.0 update, focusing on the reload time nerf and overall playability. Both a standard match and a replay are analyzed to assess the artillery's performance and XP calculation.
1. 🇷🇺 SU-8 in Everyday Arty: Reload Time Nerf in WoT 2.0
- ✅ The SU-8, a Russian Tier 6 artillery, is introduced in everyday arty gameplay.
- ⚠️ Unlike other vehicles, the SU-8 has received a nerf in the form of a reduced reload time, which affects the DPM.
00:01 - 00:45
1. 🇷🇺 SU-8 in Everyday Arty: Reload Time Nerf in WoT 2.0
- ✅ The SU-8, a Russian Tier 6 artillery, is introduced in everyday arty gameplay.
- ⚠️ Unlike other vehicles, the SU-8 has received a nerf in the form of a reduced reload time, which affects the DPM.
00:46 - 01:25
2. 🤔 Playability and Replay Submissions
- ✅ The SU-8 is described as fundamentally good artillery.
- ✅ It discusses whether the SU-8 has become worse, but this cannot be confirmed based on the statistics.
- ✅ Call for replay submissions to the email address or via the Discord server, ideally uploaded to WoT Replays or WoT Record with a link.
01:26 - 05:29
3. 🎮 Gameplay Analysis: Tactics and Challenges with the SU-8
- ✅ Focus on avoiding constant switching between targets to optimally utilize the aiming time.
- ✅ Emphasis on the need for spotting by teammates.
- ✅ Analysis of the game situation and adaptation of tactics, e.g., by changing positions to evade counter-artillery.
05:30 - 06:18
4. 📊 Evaluation of the Standard Match and Transition to the Replay
- ✅ The standard match ends with a clear victory (15:3), but the personal performance (third class) is rated as average.
- ✅ Criticism of comments calling for the removal of artillery from the game.
- ✅ Transition to the analysis of a replay in the hope of more action.
06:19 - 07:37
5. 🔄 Replay Analysis: Jadawien in the SU-8 on Lakwille
- ✅ Presentation of Jadawien's replay in the SU-8 on the Lakwille map.
- ✅ Mention of the importance of thumbs up, subscriptions, and channel memberships to support the channel.
- ✅ Mention of the aiming time as a problem of the SU-8 and the need to focus on one area.
- ✅ Despite the nerf, the SU-8 is still perceived as nice artillery.
07:38 - 08:22
6. 🤔 Analysis of the Team Composition and Initial Tactics in the Replay
- ✅ Discussion about the unusual TD distribution in matchmaking.
- ✅ Jadawin initially looks for a suitable position to intervene in the game.
08:23 - 09:38
7. 🎯 Target Selection and Shot Placement: Tips for Effective Damage
- ✅ Analysis of target selection and the effectiveness of the shots.
- ✅ Note that you should not necessarily aim at the front of heavies to achieve better splash damage.
09:39 - 11:06
8. ⚔️ Gameplay and Position Changes in the Replay
- ✅ Jadawin doesn't relocate consistently enough but is still rewarded for his shots.
- ✅ Analysis of the game situation and the need to adapt to changing conditions.
11:07 - 12:41
9. ⛰️ Finding Positions and Gun Depression: Difficulties and Solutions
- ✅ Jadawin tries to find a good position to use the artillery but encounters difficulties with the gun depression.
- ✅ The Sturm Emil scores a nice hit.
12:42 - 14:30
10. 💥 Decisive Moments and End of Game in the Replay
- ✅ Jadawin anticipates well and tracks the Cromwell.
- ✅ Analysis of the teamwork and the need for the M2 to move forward to make the spot.
- ✅ Jadawin takes out the Comet, and the IKV deals with the SU, leading to victory (15:1).
14:31 - 16:20
11. 🏆 Evaluation of the Replay: Ace Tanker and XP Issues with Artillery
- ✅ The replay is completed with an Ace Tanker.
- ✅ Criticism of the XP calculation for artillery, which means that you can easily get an Ace Tanker despite good performance (969 base experience points).
- ✅ The XP calculation disadvantages artillery because they cannot spot the damage themselves.
- ✅ 272 support is achieved through tracking shots and 772 through stun.
16:21 - 16:54
12. 🗣️ Closing Remarks and Thanks to the Supporters
- ✅ Call to comment on the opinion of the SU-8 after 2.0 and to submit replays.
- ✅ Thanks to the channel supporters.