MechWarrior Online players can now familiarize themselves with maps and mechs, controls and abilities thanks to the latest update that brings the Testing Grounds into the game. In addition, players can try out the Cicada mech. Check out the video to find out more about Cicadas.

Today’s phenomenal update also comes with newly trackable player statistics including Savior Kills and Defensive kills. Savior Kills give rewards upon killing an enemy Mech, if an enemy who had been attacking a teammate who has a critical component that is 50 percent health or lower within the last 10 seconds you will be awarded 7500CBills, and 150XP. Defensive Kills rewards for killing an enemy Mech if that enemy was currently capping a base, anyone who had attacked the capturing mech within the last 10 seconds will be awarded 7500CBills, and 150XP. The game will now track Mech Stats, Weapon Stats, Map Stats, Game Mode Stats and Pilot Module Stats.

Find out more on the MechWarrior Online site.