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Deal | $30 DLC for top-rated free game drops to $0 on Steam for limited time

The Starter Pack: Dreadnought DLC will be available for free until July 17. Pictured: an edited promo image from the game. (Image source: Steam)
The Starter Pack: Dreadnought DLC will be available for free until July 17. Pictured: an edited promo image from the game. (Image source: Steam)
The Starter Pack: Dreadnought DLC for World of Warships is now available for free on Steam. This pack comes with content that's known to offer a noticeable boost to the new players, and it generally costs $30.

World of Warships players can score a DLC worth $30 on Steam, Starter Pack: Dreadnought, for $0. It's best suited for new players who are just getting started, and it will remain free until July 17, 2025.

As for what's included in the Starter Pack: Dreadnought DLC, one of the major highlights is the two premium ships. One is the British Battleship Dreadnought, a revolutionary warship with a unique design. The other is the American Cruiser Charleston, known for its strong firepower and good maneuverability.

In addition to the two premium ships, the currently free Starter Pack: Dreadnought DLC offers two extra port slots. There is an exclusive cosmetic as well, and players will receive 7x common expendable economic bonuses for four types with this pack, which are:

  • Credits +20%
  • Ship XP +100%
  • Free XP +300%
  • Commander XP +100%

The free download for World of Warships also offers a three-day access to the Premium tier, which allows players to earn increased XP and credits. If taken advantage of properly, this limited-time access can significantly speed up progression.

About the base game, it's a free-to-play title that's best known for its vast collection of historically inspired warships. These ships range from the early 20th century through World War II, and players can command them in multiplayer online naval battles.

Of course, for newbies, the PvE is the ideal starting point. As the players get skilled, they can get into competitive play, and for those interested in more challenging battles, there are Ranked Battles and Clan Battles.

When it comes to player reception, this free game is well-received by most who have played it. To be precise, it currently flaunts a "Mostly Positive" overall rating on Steam with over 147 thousand reviews. Check out the videos attached below to learn more about World of Warships and the currently free-to-keep DLC.

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Abid Ahsan Shanto, 2025-07-12 (Update: 2025-07-12)