Pocket Tanks Deluxe | 500 Weapons Pc
Pocket Tanks Deluxe: Unleashing the Ultimate 500+ Weapon Arsenal on PC Pocket Tanks Deluxe is the definitive version of BlitWise Games' classic artillery shooter, evolved from the legendary Scorched Tanks on Amiga. While the base game offers a solid introduction, the "Deluxe" experience is defined by its massive, ever-expanding library of creative weaponry. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org
Pocket Tanks Deluxe — 500 Weapons (PC) — Complete Guide This guide covers gameplay basics, weapons and strategies, weapon selection and loadout planning, modes and settings, map tactics, aiming and ricochet techniques, advanced strategies, mods/third‑party content, troubleshooting, and resources for learning. It assumes you’re using the PC version (Deluxe) with the full 500‑weapon pack. Quick overview
Pocket Tanks is a turn‑based artillery-style shooter: players take turns firing one weapon per turn, adjusting angle and power. Projectiles and terrain interaction are physics-based but simplified. Deluxe includes significantly more weapons (500) grouped into themed packs; many have special effects (spread, ricochet, area damage, status effects). Matches are typically 3–10 shots per player depending on rules; scoring is by remaining health after each round or by direct elimination depending on mode.
Game setup and options
Game modes: Single player (AI), Local multiplayer (hotseat), Online (if supported by your version), Practice. Rule options to set before match:
Lives per tank / Health per tank Time limits per turn Wind strength and variability Number of tanks/players Weapon packs enabled (select only the packs you want) Random vs. fixed weapon set per player Number of weapons in loadout (often 8–10)
Difficulty affects AI accuracy and aggressiveness. Pocket Tanks Deluxe 500 Weapons Pc
Controls and HUD
Mouse: aim (angle), adjust power slider, select weapons, fire. Keyboard shortcuts: arrow keys adjust angle/power (configurable), keys to cycle weapons, spacebar to fire (check settings). HUD elements: wind indicator (direction and strength), power meter, selected weapon info (name, description), health bars.
Weapon families and common mechanics Weapons in the 500 pack fall into categories. Learn these categories to build tactics rather than memorize every weapon. Pocket Tanks Deluxe: Unleashing the Ultimate 500+ Weapon
Direct‑fire explosives: Single projectile, deals point damage where it lands (e.g., Rocket). Easy to use; rely on aim and power. Area‑of‑effect (AoE): Explode and damage a radius (e.g., Bomb). Useful for cluster damage and finishing. Cluster / Multi‑shot: Break into multiple projectiles (e.g., Cluster Bomb). Excellent for sweeping terrain and hitting hidden enemies. Ricochet / Bouncing: Bounce off terrain to reach behind cover. Requires understanding of angles and energy loss. Piercing / Tunnelers: Travel through terrain or create tunnels (e.g., Borer). Use to reach enemies below surface. Guided / Homing: Adjust trajectory midflight or home in on enemies. Strong against stationary targets. Tether / Pull / Gravity: Pull tanks together or manipulate physics. Can set up combos with AoE. Status / Environmental: Apply burning, smoke, or create temporary terrain hazards. Good for area denial. Teleport / Swap / Movement: Move tanks or swap positions—can be tactical for escapes or traps. Support / Defensive: Shields, healing, or temporary invulnerability—rare but crucial in some matches. Mines / Traps: Deploy on terrain to trigger later—map control and area denial. Utility / Terrain modifiers: Flatten terrain, raise ground, create barriers—change the battlefield midgame. Super‑weapons / High risk: Massive damage but often high cost (few uses) or self‑damage potential.
Building your loadout (8–10 weapons typical)
