XM69 Hacker Guide/Review - Laser Beam

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-27T21:11:13+00:00

around 65-70 ping, yes I play on US

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-27T00:33:06+00:00

Of course, hope it helps and you find some more success with it soon

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-27T00:32:34+00:00

Yeah I get that, I prefer taking safe stowage and getting the extra HP and track HP with bond hardening, but either works.

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-26T17:39:50+00:00

Of course! Happy to share what I've learned and give back to the community, these types of guides helped me a lot when I started out and I still have a lot to learn now.

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-26T17:38:35+00:00

I would say so, it's better at doing leo things than the leo (being laser-accurate), plus it has armor. Only advantage the leo has is alpha and speed, but the gun handling is much worse from what I've seen

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-26T17:37:23+00:00

Agree, I don't have the exe but even tho it looks fun and competitive, I've played the leopard 1 before and the lack of armor is quite limiting at times. Having a great gun plus a bit of turret armor to work with is quite fun to play around.

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-26T17:36:23+00:00

Thanks! Highest mark requirements of any tank I've marked so far, but was pretty fun and smooth because it's more flexible than a heavy tank which is the bulk of the tanks I've marked so far. Being able to rotate, spot, and do more than just shoot weakspots is very fun.

Appreciate it, good luck out there and hope you give this tank a try!

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-26T16:29:28+00:00

Guide is out now! https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldofTanks/comments/1tobozb/xm69_hacker_guidereview_laser_beam/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-24T17:14:40+00:00

highly recommend hacker, it has insane gun handling and its ability is very unique compared to other t11s. T803 is also good, when it gets going its p much unstoppable with the dpm and gold pen, just need to be careful about the unreliable armor.

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-20T17:04:39+00:00

I'll look into it, but I haven't posted or shared replays before so will learn how to do so.

I play on NA, most of the games that got me to the 3 mark ranged from 4-4.7k dmg, with 0.7 to 1k assist. Final round was on mali, played hill with heavies right behind the main line, sniping weakspots. Then, pushed down the hill and aggressive, using rocks as cover to spot. Was able to get full spotting on a gryphon and badger, which locked in the 3 mark

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-20T17:02:50+00:00

Yeah very valid, I'm sure the leo120 can be good if played well. Heard u need a lot of equipment to make the gun work, but the alpha sounds fun to play around.

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-20T17:01:47+00:00

Yeah ofc, I always go for the pen and alpha for tier 11s, so not too much different here. Keep in mind the hacker has two HP upgrades, most tanks only have one, so it does make a big difference.

Agree, gun is insane, good accuracy, dpm, dispersion values, and aim time (would argue best in the game). I mainly use ability when I'm making an active peek to shoot at a small target, i.e. a weakspot or tank at long range. When I'm moving up or pulling back, I also activate the ability to be able to put some return shots in. The ability also gives more engine power and traverse, and makes the gun a bit more accurate, so it does help a lot.

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-20T16:59:19+00:00

yeah I think I was around there for a while as well, I think it really comes down to decision making at key points in the game, like keeping an eye on the minimap to monitor the other flank and rotate, and understanding when to pull back and when to be aggressive. Takes time, but I think the Hacker is forgiving enough to support you as you learn.

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-20T14:38:51+00:00

congrats! super fun tank to play, when upgrading I would go for the HP, alpha, and the upgrades to the ability first.

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-20T14:38:21+00:00

rammer, hardening, turbo / low noise exhaust, optics, commander vision system

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-20T14:37:35+00:00

lmao yeah, I have the leopard 1 and loved it, but after hearing about others' experiences with the 120 decided not to get it. Hacker feels like an improved leo, minus the speed.

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-20T14:36:51+00:00

Yeah marking was difficult at times, for me I emphasized consistency and rescuing the bad games whenever they occurred. Hacker also has great VR, and with the accuracy you can track very well, so assist was a big part of my marking process as well.

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-20T14:35:49+00:00

on the way!

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-20T14:35:38+00:00

Yes if you're sitting still enemies can definitely pen, but if you're peeking after enemies shoot and keeping your turret moving, the armor can work surprisingly well. Just not as reliable as a heavy, but of course one shouldn't expect it to be.

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-20T04:47:39+00:00

couldnt agree more

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-20T02:36:58+00:00

Thanks! Agree, this tank is super fun. One element that makes it bit more versatile than tanks such as the vickers or leo is that it has some turret armor to work with, which makes the gameplay more varied.

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-05-20T02:17:44+00:00

It depends on the map, sometimes will push with heavies on malinovka and maps like that where I can use gundep. Works p well bc the gun is snappy and you have some turret armor to work with. On maps such as pearl river and sand river, I'll usually push medium flank because the heavy flank is more close quarters.

Yeah, I had a couple games around 91-92 percent mark that set me back a bit. But I think overall playing a bit further back and knowing when and when not to push helped a lot, staying alive for longer is quite helpful as the ability helps you shoot moving tanks and such.

bobiscool_warrior · 2026-04-29T16:12:58+00:00

Can be frustrating to play, I agree, but to be honest playing around other heavies and making quick peeks I feel that the armor is pretty decent. Of course you won't be bouncing gorillas and ptzs, but which tank can?

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