War Thunder

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Game details

Description Large-scale MMO combining realistic and accessible vehicular combat across air, land, and sea, letting players pilot thousands of historical and modern aircraft, tanks, and ships in coordinated PvP and PvE battles.
Genre Simulation, Vehicular Combat, Flight, World War II, Tanks, Naval Combat
Developer Gaijin Entertainment
Publisher Gaijin Network Ltd
Release Date Aug 15, 2013
Free to Play Yes

Latest updates

PatchBot BOT 19 hours ago

Update 2.57.1.12

Aircraft

A bug where the calculated damage against bases was missing from the weapon description for air-to-ground missiles and bombs has been fixed. Ground Vehicles
A bug with the ammunition replenishment order at capture points has been fixed (shells now load correctly into the first stage rack). Report. Interface ...

PatchBot BOT 2 days ago

Update 2.57.1.7

Ground Vehicles

AEC Mk II — a bug where the wrong wheels were damaged upon being hit has been fixed.
M1A2 SEPv3, M1A2 — position of the mesh with the “TUSK” modification has been fixed.
Leopard 1A5BE — the “rose” texture on the torn barrel has been fixed.
Hummel — the inscription on the rear of the hull has been fixed. Aircraft
Yak-130 — a bug with the positioning of the aerobatic smoke has been fixed. ...

PatchBot BOT 1 week ago

Update 2.57.0.35

Nuclear Escalation

The “Red” team’s Buk-M3 air defense system has been replaced with the S-300 air defense system. Locations and Missions
Sweden and Alaska Town — These locations have been temporarily removed from the Ground Battles rotation due to issues with tree collisions.

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PatchBot BOT 1 week ago

Update 2.57.0.32 — Sound Mods Available

Sound Mods

Sound mods can once again be used. If a sound mod stops working during a battle, you’ll see a warning the next time you launch the client. We’re continuing to refine the criteria for detecting sound mod issues, so if you are certain your mod does not affect client stability, you can simply dismiss the message. ...

PatchBot BOT 1 week ago

Update 2.57.0.30

Aircraft

The precision and smoothness of the vehicle’s motion in the Bomb/Missile Camera View have been improved.
The ESM functionality has been temporarily limited to ground targets only. We plan to revise and return the ability to detect and attack air targets in the future.
F/A-18A, F/A-18A (Britain), AF/A-18A Late (Britain), CF-188A (Britain), F/A-18C Early, F/A-18C Late, F/A-18C MLU 2 (Sweden), F-18C (Sweden), F/A-18D Late (Japan) — the structural overload limit has been decreased...

PatchBot BOT 1 week ago

Update 2.57.0.27

Aircraft

A bug where the brake parachute would not deploy automatically when landing at airfields has been fixed. Report.
F-4EJ Kai — a bug where the cockpit radar display appeared smaller than the screen has been fixed, the indication has been replaced with the one from F-16. Report. ...

PatchBot BOT 6 days ago

July 4th: Discounts, Rewards & Rare Vehicles for the US 250th Anniversary!

July 4th marks the anniversary of the United States of America! The country’s independence was proclaimed by signing the world-famous Declaration of Independence in 1776. July 4th 2026 marks the 250th anniversary, and we join in on the congratulations with discounts and various rewards for playing in battles! 50% discount on US vehicles! When: From July 3rd (11:00 GMT) until July 6th (11:00 GMT). Where: USA > Aviation / Army > Premium vehicles. ...

PatchBot BOT 6 days ago

Asymmetrical Battles Await You In the “Advance” Event!

We’d like to invite you to participate in the “Advance” event! This is an asymmetrical battle where one team must capture all the points on the map, while the other defends them. Capturing key points decides the outcome of the battle, and familiar locations are revisited in a new tactical perspective. From July 3rd (11:00 GMT) until July 6th (11:00 GMT), look for “Advance” in the “Events and Tournaments” tab. How the event works ...

PatchBot BOT 1 week ago

Celebrating French Air Force Day with a Decal Trophy!

France made extensive use of aircraft since the First World War, and placed special emphasis on developing its air force during the interwar period; it was established as a separate military branch on July 2nd 1934. France fought on various fronts during the Second World War, with French pilots distinguishing themselves both within the ranks of the British Royal Air Force and in the service of the USSR (notably in the famous “Normandie-Niemen” squadron). After the war, France continued to develop...

PatchBot BOT 1 week ago

A Decal Trophy and a Discount on the J35A for 100 Years of the Swedish Air Force!

On July 1st 1926, the Swedish Air Force was established as a separate military branch. Today it celebrates its centenary! The country maintained neutrality during both World War II and the Cold War while simultaneously building up its military capabilities. This was particularly true of the Air Force: aviation enthusiasts worldwide are well aware of the Draken, Viggen, Gripen, and other masterpieces of Swedish aircraft engineering. ...

PatchBot BOT 1 week ago

A Decal Trophy and Discounts for Japan Self-Defense Forces Day!

The Japan Self-Defense Forces were established on July 1st 1954. Initially, they held only a defensive mandate, but over time they began participating in international operations (typically UN peacekeeping operations) and providing assistance to their allies. The Self-Defense Forces are also deployed to assist during major natural disasters, such as the earthquakes of 1995 and 2011. The IJN Kiyoshimo and J2M4 Kai are temporarily available for Golden Eagles with a 50% discount! ...

PatchBot BOT 1 week ago

Pages of History (July): New Zealand Ace

In Pages of History this month, you will find yourself at the center of events that took place in various theaters of war. From France and the USSR to Sicily and Guam: participate in battles while using vehicles linked to these historic battles and get some prizes! From July 1st until July 31st, you will be able to participate in 8 tasks consecutively. Completing each task will grant you a trophy with a reward, completing all of the tasks will earn you a unique profile icon! ...

PatchBot BOT 1 day ago

Infantry in War Thunder: Third Testing Phase!

Hey everyone! We’re preparing for the third phase of the CBT for War Thunder Infantry. Today, we’ll tell you about a new location, new mechanics for large-scale battles, changes based on your feedback, and dozens of gameplay refinements. If you haven’t participated in any testing yet, now’s the perfect time to apply! Welcome to Kivu ...

PatchBot BOT 2 weeks ago

Flight Model and Missile Autopilot Improvements

We’re constantly refining many vehicle and weapon parameters, and the Heavy Cavalry major update is no exception. While tuning missile flight models to better match their real-world counterparts, we’ve introduced new missile mechanics, and we’re excited to share them with you! The Effect of Pressure on Rocket Engine Thrust

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PatchBot BOT 2 weeks ago

Leopard 2RI: In the Indonesian Jungle

Japan is getting an Indonesian Leopard 2RI with additional armor and a high-end round! Leopard 2RI: An MBT for Japan at Rank VIII At a glance:

Add-on armor package
DM53 APFSDS
High mobility Introducing the Leopard 2RI! Today we’re taking a look at a main new addition to the Japanese Ground Forces tree in the Heavy Cavalry major update. Meet the Leopard 2RI, featuring additional armor and high-end ammunition, all while retaining good mobility and a modern fire control system. Let’s...

PatchBot BOT 2 weeks ago

Regarding the Hull Armor of the M1A2 SEP V3

Hey everyone, today we’ll be going into detail on the hull protection of the new Abrams models, armed with scales, a ruler, and all the available data we have. We’ll start with clarifying the data we used to create the version of the tank we have in game. We know the hull armor of the Abrams is a topic of heated debate, so we want to be as thorough as possible. ...

PatchBot BOT 3 weeks ago

Fw 189 С: The Ugliest Duckling

This rare ground attack variant of the Fw 189 will be joining the German air tree in the next major update! Fw 189 С: A Premium Attacker for Germany at Rank I At a glance:

Heavily armored cockpit
Powerful frontal armament
Strong defensive gunner
Low speed overall Introducing the Fw 189 С! The Fw 189 С prototype ground attacker will soon be arriving with the next major update as a Golden Eagle premium vehicle. Let’s see what it's all about! ...

PatchBot BOT 3 weeks ago

F-101C Voodoo: The Charm of Speed

Today we’re diving into the details of an iconic American jet fighter from the Cold War era! F-101C Voodoo: A Jet Fighter for the USA at Rank VI At a glance:

High speed and rate of climb
Radar and RWR
20 mm cannons
No air-to-air missiles Introducing the F-101C Voodoo! In the Heavy Cavalry major update, we’ll be adding the F-101C Voodoo to the American interceptor line! We hinted at this aircraft in the Community Update No.11 post, and we’re glad so many of you guessed it....

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