rihardslv11 Players 9 posts 1,233 battles Report post #1 Posted February 22, 2019 Hello.Just a simple question. Is Atlanta still worth it in 2019 with new meta etc. Since its now on sale for 30% I am wondering about she. I already wanted she but price was too high. Now its on discount. Wanting to hear opinion of her from her owners, not trigerred bb drivers P.S. whic skill should i take first IFHE(for he pen) or AFT(for 13,6 km range) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[CRU_] zengaze Players 534 posts Report post #2 Posted February 22, 2019 Pay up and find out Or get the Flint which is the flagship of the KeKistan navy 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[RODS] Ronchabale Players 3,002 posts 10,002 battles Report post #3 Posted February 22, 2019 AFT 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[BLITZ] WeGreedy Players 3,005 posts 15,010 battles Report post #4 Posted February 22, 2019 I'd go for IFHE first. It's 13.3 km by the way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[UNICS] loppantorkel Players 4,506 posts 15,942 battles Report post #5 Posted February 22, 2019 IFHE. AFT is unnecessary. IFHE change likely coming though so don't come crying when Atlanta gets hit by this change. Don't buy if you can't afford the change. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[SM0KE] Verblonde Players 9,787 posts 20,664 battles Report post #6 Posted February 22, 2019 10 minutes ago, rihardslv11 said: Is Atlanta still worth it in 2019 with new meta etc. I'm rubbish in Atlanta; that said: She is great fun, even if you suck in her. Buy her (or not) to fight other ships; where she'll eventually end up with regard to planes is still anyone's guess. There is quite a lot to be said for giving her a specialist captain, and to get the most out of her, it probably needs to be a high pointer. In some respects, you're a tubby, slow DD, with a citadel, and no smoke - play accordingly. The crucial thing is that the meta is still changing though, and quite significantly so; the current promo will be long over before we know where we'll net out with regard to CVs. As a result of that, I doubt many people can accurately answer the question re: relevance for 2019, but I would say Atlanta is still fun (unless WG knacker her AA again). The other thing to have on the radar is the whole business with GC, which remains unresolved: in light of that, I would only suggest buying a premium where you believe there is a good chance of getting your money's worth in (say) three months, maybe six; beyond that, WG *may* decide they want to nerf premiums. That said, twenty quid for Atlanta isn't bad - that's less than a night out down the pub... 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[NWP] 159Hunter Players 4,528 posts Report post #7 Posted February 22, 2019 Atlanta is great fun, though in the current meta where everyone sits back as far away as possible there is less fun. You don't need AFT, you're not likely to hit someone at that range anyways. Better get IFHE for some actual pen dmg. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FIow3rPow3r ∞ Players 38 posts 17,264 battles Report post #8 Posted February 22, 2019 42 minutes ago, rihardslv11 said: Hello.Just a simple question. Is Atlanta still worth it in 2019 with new meta etc. Since its now on sale for 30% I am wondering about she. I already wanted she but price was too high. Now its on discount. Wanting to hear opinion of her from her owners, not trigerred bb drivers P.S. whic skill should i take first IFHE(for he pen) or AFT(for 13,6 km range) I suggest you to wait! the game is actually under development… something that you buy today can change in a few patches. There will be more sales in the future. Keep your money Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[TACHA] triumphgt6 Players 1,870 posts 22,638 battles Report post #9 Posted February 22, 2019 Hilarious ship - made out of paper so you get blapped easily but the rate of fire is wonderful - very useful for tasks when you need multiple hits from main guns! You can have killer games and you can get blown up without doing anything. Used to be fantastic AA ship - mine had an AA rating of 85 - not as good now but latest update has made it a bit better. No CVs though since then!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[TAYTO] ThePopesHolyFinger Players 1,101 posts 15,043 battles Report post #10 Posted February 23, 2019 Atlanta is VERY situational, and somewhat very captain dependant. Play her as a big DD, but you really need islands to hide behind. Find a lone BB and you'll wet your pants laughing at the amount of rounds landing. AR will only add to the fun :) But range is poor and you WILL go to places you shouldn't, just to try to try to wet your pants. I'm not going to say buy her, but if you like DD play and ridiculous numbers of shells down range, she might be fun for you in the odd game where she excels. I think I have a screenshot of the 1,400+ rounds fired... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[IFS] Gudgeon Players 583 posts 26,329 battles Report post #11 Posted February 23, 2019 No. Save your money. Playing against tier 9 on these map designs ain't fun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[UNICS] loppantorkel Players 4,506 posts 15,942 battles Report post #12 Posted February 23, 2019 4 minutes ago, Gudgeon said: No. Save your money. Playing against tier 9 on these map designs ain't fun. Playing vs tier 5s is hilarious though 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[IFS] Gudgeon Players 583 posts 26,329 battles Report post #13 Posted February 23, 2019 13 minutes ago, loppantorkel said: Playing vs tier 5s is hilarious though It does not happen very often. I actually cannot recall any tier 5 battles in my Atlanta, truthfully. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[UNICS] loppantorkel Players 4,506 posts 15,942 battles Report post #14 Posted February 23, 2019 4 minutes ago, Gudgeon said: It does not happen very often. I actually cannot recall any tier 5 battles in my Atlanta, truthfully. Well, I can't recall any tier 9 battles... I did do a topic on old age and the detriments of it just a few weeks ago - Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[STARS] LeSnoet [STARS] Beta Tester 189 posts 20,599 battles Report post #15 Posted February 23, 2019 No. Don’t buy it. Why? Because If you need to ask, then you are worthy enough for the Atlanta Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RenamedUser_92906789 Players 5,828 posts Report post #16 Posted February 23, 2019 Its not everyones cup of tea. I mostly use her in Narai. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[SHAD] Miscommunication_dept Players 5,512 posts 24,441 battles Report post #17 Posted February 23, 2019 I’ve struggled with her. I either do fantastically well or I blow up because a battleship looked at me funny! It works very well in certain situations but has a high skill floor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[IFS] Gudgeon Players 583 posts 26,329 battles Report post #18 Posted February 23, 2019 34 minutes ago, loppantorkel said: Well, I can't recall any tier 9 battles... I did do a topic on old age and the detriments of it just a few weeks ago - This game is a detriment to mental capacity. You make it sound like you *may* see wall to wall tier 5's when top tier....you won't. It will be two or three if very lucky. Just dusted mine off and was top tier (that will be max of 50% of the time). Two tier fives a side. Basically, this ship needs Islands and a team that is reasonable, to have a good game. Otherwise you are screwed. Atlanta in a nutshell. Facing a tier 8 CV may also be problematic if he keeps you spotted. Enjoyed my game. Team was quite timid and allowed a Kirov in the open to survive too long. Hey ho. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[UNICS] loppantorkel Players 4,506 posts 15,942 battles Report post #19 Posted February 23, 2019 39 minutes ago, Gudgeon said: This game is a detriment to mental capacity. You make it sound like you *may* see wall to wall tier 5's when top tier....you won't. It will be two or three if very lucky. Just dusted mine off and was top tier (that will be max of 50% of the time). Two tier fives a side. Basically, this ship needs Islands and a team that is reasonable, to have a good game. Otherwise you are screwed. Atlanta in a nutshell. Facing a tier 8 CV may also be problematic if he keeps you spotted. Enjoyed my game. Team was quite timid and allowed a Kirov in the open to survive too long. Hey ho. Honestly, you're quite likely to see 2 fairly bad teams which is perfect. I've played one game this morning - Atlanta, I'm high tier, I didn't cap the results. Edit: To be clear. I don't recommend buying the ship. I don't recommend against it either. I have fun with it, but given the low number of games of the OP, his experience may differ. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mad_Dog_Dante Players 6,636 posts Report post #20 Posted February 23, 2019 She's not what she used to be with recent changes. Now her being situational is more true then ever due to enemy DD's playing very cautiously and more CV's around that keep you spotted for longer stretches of time. Conceilment is everything to her and that really changes when CV's are in your matchup. The blobs that keep hanging back also makes her short range more of an issue now. I regularly feel falling short more often. I find myself hardly using her radar anymore, which was her main strong point over the Flint. If you are not an experienced light cruiser/destroyer captain and she's probably going to frustrate you. I find her to be fun but less so. The Flint has took her place for me as she carries her own conceilment with her. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[BODEM] FukushuNL Players 1,235 posts 8,476 battles Report post #21 Posted February 23, 2019 Gave a mate the ship for his birthday, yesterday. He's not that skilled. Still managed to take 1st and 3rd place in the 2 games he played in equal tiered games on Two Brothers and the Meditererane map with the 2 ports. He had lots of fun with the quick turrets and reload speed. He also fairly quickly got used to the high arc of the shells. To answer your question, it seems Atlanta is still relevant. Sure, uptiering, bad teams, bad days, balancing, it can happen, but that's not ship specific. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[GLOBS] gmomkey Players 273 posts 22,085 battles Report post #22 Posted February 23, 2019 I have the Spamlanta .. and in a div with a Belfast and a flint ... omg we need a few showers to get that dirt off .. but oh yeah she is fun . on her own .. be careful and support your dd's . they might even smoke you ( some do and they are Awesome people ) remember Islands and smoke are your friends and hugging islands is acceptable in her ... but always be weary of the Torpedoes and ( as Jingles would say ) Surprise butt ***. I have her AA'd to the ceiling so 2 CV games are hysterical .. a seasonable CV player will see you are run . all in all she is a good fun ship . but she is very dependant of your playstyle . are you to tier 8 in the USN CL line? and do you enjoy and feel comfy in them ? it's you pound coins / euros . Good Luck Captain . side note :- she took me about 20 games to understand her .. mind you I have had her a few years . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sgtmarple Players 202 posts 1,024 battles Report post #23 Posted February 23, 2019 Atlanta is pretty OP against CV. Just be aware it might the nerf...sledgehammer coming. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[OGHF] Cyclops_ Players 2,108 posts 36,213 battles Report post #24 Posted February 23, 2019 26 minutes ago, sgtmarple said: Atlanta is pretty OP against CV. Just be aware it might the nerf...sledgehammer coming. Atlanta has been around for a long time, why would it get a big nerf now?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[S-E] FixCVs_Nautical_Metaphor Players 3,532 posts 29,240 battles Report post #25 Posted February 23, 2019 This game is in a fair amount of disarray. Wargaming as a company have shown themselves to be hard to predict, and rarely in a good way. No premium ship is "worth it" under these circumstances until the marketing and game development show serious signs of stabilizing. Who is to say your new premium won't be nerfed or uptiered, or hit by some untested meta change or other, or powercrept by the next shiny toy, soon after you buy it? Just look what they have in the pipeline, Viribus Unitis, Exeter... These are the next Giulios and Belfasts, to be used as loot box bait after they get pseudo-"pulled from sales". I am sorry to be forced to spell it out like this but there you go. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
