The Farm 51 and Wishlist Games have announced that the World War 3 Operation Sandstorm update will release on March 23, bringing new Japanese maps, the Tactical Ops-derived FUBAR game mode, four new Operators and weapons, and three new Strikes.

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Watch the World War 3 Operation Sandstorm announcement trailer below:

World War 3 Operation Sunstorm – New Maps, Game Mode, Operators & More:

Operation Sunstorm begins March 20 and brings the following new content:

• New Maps:
  • Tokyo (Tactical Ops): Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is now a battlefield. Engage the enemy at mid-range on open shopping strips, close the gap in narrow alleyways and side streets, or secure a tactical advantage with vantage points perfect for sniper and DMR duels. Vehicles can be deployed, but debris left behind by the first attack prohibits tanks from making much progress.
  • Shibuya (Team Deathmatch): Take a trip to Shibuya Square, one of Tokyo’s most famous locations. Once a bustling center of commerce with a thriving nightlife scene, the ward finds itself in the midst of an inescapable conflict. Fight day and night with everything you’ve got to dominate its neon-drenched streets and take back this cultural capital.
• New Game Mode – FUBAR:
  • Players: 20 vs. 20
  • Maps: Berlin, DMZ, Tokyo, Polyarny
  • Win Conditions: Bleed or Defend Points
  • FUBAR is a new take on Tactical Ops that focuses on infantry battles – with limited strikes and vehicles available! It also includes a revive feature. Take arms and fight to seize or defend six bleeding capture points in heart-pounding skirmishes. 
• New Operators:
  • JGSDF Rikujo Jietai (Japan): The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force is the largest of Japan’s military branches. It has over 150,000 soldiers in reserve and specializes in land warfare. Previously focused on the threat of Soviet Russia during the Cold War, its focus shifted to China in defense revisions made in 2010.
  • Special Boarding Unit (Japan): A special forces unit within the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force. Trained in part by Britain’s SBS, the unit entered active service in 2001. While most SBU activities are classified, they primarily engage in maritime counter-terrorism and visit, board, search, and seizure (VBSS) operations.
  • Japanese Resistance Fighter (Japan): As the conflict swells recklessly across the Sea of Japan to encompass Tokyo, resistance is kindled. Those incensed by the return of war to the shores of Japan take arms to push the combatants out of their capital and retake the nation.
  • SBU Breacher (Japan): A heavy hitter in the Special Boarding Unit used for clearing obstacles and breaching closed areas during classified operations. Part of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, the SBU has almost 100 personnel with experience in Asia-Pacific defense, anti-piracy, and counter-terrorism.
• New Weapons:
  • Type 89 (Assault Rifle, Japan): Assault rifle used by several Japanese military branches. Affectionately known in the JGSDF as ‘Buddy’. Chambered in 5.56 NATO. Effective at range and designed for ease of use, the TYPE 89 is a reliable option for frontline troops in Tokyo.
  • QBZ-191 (Assault Rifle, China): Assault rifle used by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) and People’s Armed Police (PAP) in China since 2019. With its improved ergonomics, gas-operated piston, and superior medium to long range ballistics, it is a much more efficient service rifle than its bullpup predecessor.
  • PF3 (Rocket Launcher, Germany): Shoulder-fired rocket launcher first designed to provide West German infantry with a counter for Soviet tanks. Operated by more than 10 countries, notably used in the War in Afghanistan. Compact and lightweight, it fires 110mm warheads at a maximum firing range of 920m.
  • Deagle (Handgun, USA/Israel): An iconic large caliber handgun jointly developed by the United States and Israel. Chambered primarily in .50 Action Express, .44 Magnum, and .357 Magnum. Reportedly used by Poland’s special forces, JW GROM, and Portugal’s Special Operations Group (GOE).
• New Strikes:
  • Type X (Japan): A Japanese main battle tank fitted with a 120mm smoothbore cannon. Well-armored to counter various threats. Its autoloader holds 14 rounds, making it an effective anti-tank option.
  • Type XVI (Japan): A Japanese tank destroyer designed to be easily air-transportable. Lithe and lightly armored. Its 105 mm L/52 gun, the main armament, is potent enough to counter even larger armored vehicles.
  • Bumblebee (Japan): Take control of the skies with this dangerous drone, deployed by Japanese forces to counter incoming incursions. As the saying goes, float like a butterfly…

World War 3 Operation Sunstorm will launch out on PC as a free update. For more details about the update, check out the official Operation Sunstorm page here.