Welcome to the 241st War Thunder Steam Screenshot Competition! It was great to see the different scenes players captured last week. This time, we’re focusing on the built environments where battles take place. Whether surrounded by buildings, passing beneath a bridge, or moving through a developed area, capture a screenshot where architecture is featured. The three most popular and three select…
Semyon Alekseyevich Lavochkin was born on September 11th 1900; he was a Soviet aircraft designer renowned for the “La” series of aircraft. The most famous among them, the LaGG-3, La-5, and La-7, served many aces of the Second World War well. After the war, Lavochkin headed OKB-301, which, in addition to aircraft, participated in developing missiles for the S-25 “Berkut” surface-to-air missile s…
Introducing the WTCS Trophy VI, containing 40 unique camouflages in both semi-historical and fictional styles for air and ground vehicles! For this trophy, we’ve continued our trend of covering new and older vehicles across various Battle Ratings, alongside some that have no camouflage options as well. Contents of the Trophy VI · Coupons for rare vehicles · 18 camouflage coupons for aircraft ·…
The world’s first production supersonic delta-wing interceptor bursts into the skies of War Thunder! F-102A Delta Dagger: A Jet Fighter for the USA and Israel at Rank VI At a glance: · Supersonic · Delta wing · Super Falcon air-to-air missiles with IR and SARH guidance · Radar · Unguided rockets in missile bay doors · No guns Introducing the F-102A Delta Dagger! The Sky Odyssey major update bri…
Hey everyone! Thanks for stopping by for another monthly decals post. We’re all hard at work on the Sky Odyssey major update at the moment, but we can’t forget to give you another round of decals to collect! We hope you like the set for September, we considered making the requirement for the “Cuddles” decal to defeat players at point blank range, but that would likely get tedious quickly, even…
The Indonesian Harimau light tank, equipped with a 105 mm high-pressure Cockerill gun, will be a new addition to Japan’s ground forces tree! Harimau: A Light Tank for Japan at Rank VII At a glance: · Rapid-fire 105 mm gun with DM63 APFSDS · Modern thermal imagers · LWS and laser rangefinder · Good mobility · Light armor Introducing the Harimau! The modern Harimau (Indonesian for “Tiger”) light…
Naval Vessels · A bug that caused the automatic lead for the guns to be calculated incorrectly in Arcade Battles has been fixed. ( Report ). Graphics · A bug that caused the Ray Tracing parameters settings to reset to the values from the used graphics preset when applying changes to the settings has been fixed. Patch notes reflect only key changes, meaning they may not include a complete list o…
Welcome to the 240th War Thunder Steam Screenshot Competition! It was great to see the variety of screenshots shared in the previous round! This week, we’re highlighting vehicles that stand out from others through customization. Whether it’s a unique camouflage, eye-catching decals, decorations, or other personal touches, capture a screenshot showcasing a vehicle with its own distinctive appear…
Introducing Greece’s Air and Ground Forces Sub-Trees! The upcoming Sky Odyssey major update for War Thunder will introduce Greek aviation and ground vehicle sub-trees to Israel’s tech tree! Both of these countries have a long history of comprehensive military cooperation. Let’s take a look at some of the most interesting Greek vehicles coming in the next update, starting with aviation. Aviation…
Defense Day is celebrated in Pakistan on September 6th. The date marks the beginning of the Indian offensive against Lahore during the 1965 war, an attack Pakistan successfully repelled. To commemorate the roles played by the Air Force and Navy during the 1965 war, their respective service days are celebrated on September 7th and 8th. On Defense Day, veterans are honored, and soldiers who fell…
The stage is set for Pro League Major III! After battling through the qualification stage, the final 8 teams are ready to face off once again, with everything at stake. In the fast-paced 4v4 Top Tier Tank format, every decision, maneuver, and coordinated play could make the difference. The competition will be fierce as the best teams fight for their share of the 525,000 Golden Eagles prize pool…
Nuclear Escalation · ☢Jaguar A — countermeasures have been added. · New nuclear weaponry carrying aircraft are now available in battles: ☢Su-17M4 (USSR), ☢Su-17M4 (China) . They have replaced the ☢Su-7 in both Battle Rating brackets. In the near future we plan to add the ☢Jaguar A without countermeasures to the lower Battle Rating bracket, and then the ☢Su-7 for the USSR and China will be retur…
For over a decade the Ar 234 B-2 has been on the receiving end of allied guns, with almost nothing to defend itself with. In the next major update, it’s back with a bite! Ar 234 B-2 (WB 151): A Premium Bomber for Germany at Rank V At a glance: · Dual 20 mm gunpod! · Decent speed and maneuverability · Up to 1,500 kg bomb load · Poor rear view from cockpit Pre-order - Arado 234 B-2 (WB 151) Pack…
The Type 74 main battle tank, manufactured by Mitsubishi, was adopted by the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force on September 5th 1974. The tank was not delivered to other countries, but remained in service for almost 50 years. It was withdrawn from service only in 2024. The Type 74 Red Star is available at a 30% discount for 5,866 Golden Eagles! When: From September 3rd (12:00 GMT) until Septem…
Meet the vehicle reward in the Space Program event, the American experimental delta-wing F-16XL! F-16XL: An Event Vehicle Jet Fighter for the US at Rank VIII At a glance: · Excellent maneuverability in extreme turns · Versatile armament · ARH missiles · High maximum speed · Large fuel tanks · Slightly reduced acceleration Introducing the F-16XL! The vehicle reward in the Space Program event is…
Aircraft · An issue where AI SPAAGs without radar (e.g., ZSU-57-2, M42 Duster, Ostwind) would intercept bombs and rockets/missiles has been fixed. Ground Vehicles · A potential fix has been implemented for an issue where a significant number of players in a session could simultaneously fall through the terrain. If you encounter this issue, please submit a report via the dedicated website . Nucl…
We’re returning the Nuclear Escalation mode to the Vietnam era for aircraft with Battle Ratings of 8.7-11.0! MiG-21s vs F-105s, Shrikes vs S-75s, the air war over Vietnam was ruthless, and now you can find yourself at the heart of a hypothetical escalation of that conflict. Here are the details! The mode is available from September 2nd (13:00 GMT) until September 7th (13:00 GMT) in the Events a…
In 1941–42, Hawker worked on five variants of a new fighter intended to succeed the Typhoon. The versions differed in their engines, and the Mk V design, powered by the Napier Sabre II, was the first to be completed. It made its maiden flight on September 2nd, 1942, and soon entered mass production. The Tempest Mk V entered service in January 1944 and saw extensive use during the final years of…
Hostilities in the Pacific theater during the Second World war did not cease even as Europe marked the end of the war on its own soil. Japan refused to back down until the very end. However, faced with the imminent arrival of vast Allied forces freed up from other fronts combined with the rout of the Kwantung Army by Soviet-Mongolian troops and the use of atomic weapons, Emperor Shōwa accepted…
A modernized “Super Lynx” development, the AW159 is a multi-role naval helicopter with a huge number of air-launched munitions! AW159 Wildcat HMA2: A Helicopter for Great Britain at Rank VII At a glance: · Modernised Lynx based platform · 20 Martlet missiles! · New Spike NLOS ATGMs Introducing the Wildcat! Today we’ll be taking a look at the brand new British helicopter joining the game in the…
The die is cast captains, Giulio Cesare will be joining War Thunder in the next major update as a premium battleship for Italy’s Bluewater fleet! Giulio Cesare: A Premium Battleship for Italy at Rank VI At a glance: · Ten 320 mm guns with high penetration · Well protected ammo · Versatile anti-air weaponry · No air detection radar Pre-order - Giulio Cesare Pack To get to the Gaijin Store throug…
The F-16XL is a variant of the F-16 featuring a delta wing, increased fuel capacity, and an expanded number of hardpoints. In 1981, the F-16XL lost the competition to the F-15E Strike Eagle; in 1988, the two prototypes that had been built were transferred to NASA, where they were used during the 1990s for supersonic laminar flow research. Get this unique aircraft, complete with a special camouf…
Welcome to the 239th War Thunder Steam Screenshot Competition! It was great to see all of the creative submissions from all of you last week! This time, we’re focusing on moments when weapons meet their targets. Whether it’s a shell striking its target, a bomb detonating nearby, or a vehicle caught in the middle of a blast, capture a screenshot of the explosion! The three most popular and three…
You may remember that we mentioned bomber damage model changes and increased survivability in the latest Community Update post. Well today we’re ready to share some details about the new damage model for bombers that we’re preparing for in the next major update! The problem and our findings When flying bombers, you’ve probably noticed that in some cases, a single hit from an enemy could lead to…
The F-20 fighter, developed by Northrop, made its maiden flight on August 30th 1982. It was an aircraft of such high quality that it was ready for mass production; however, all potential buyers ultimately opted for the F-16. The F-20 went down in history as “the best fighter that no one bought”! The F-20A is temporarily available at a 30% discount for 6,860 Golden Eagles! When: From August 28th…
A survival kit is a test pilot’s trusty companion, where everything essential is tightly packed and stowed under the seat. At one of NASA’s research centers, a new experimental machine is being readied for flight, and its pilot can rest easy as the survival kit is in place. We’ve got one for you as well, although instead of signal flares and rations, it’s packed with rewards from past events an…
Naval Vessels · Changes to “Enduring Confrontation” mode: · Battle Rating-based matchmaking has been enabled, just like in Naval Arcade and Realistic battles · The requirement to have a ship with a specific Battle Rating (4.7–5.0) to participate in the mode has been removed. Participation is now permitted with any ship with a Battle Rating of 3.3 or higher · The number of players required in th…
In Pages of History this month, you will find yourself at the center of events that took place in various theaters of war. From the USSR and Germany to Iran and India: participate in battles while using vehicles linked to these historic battles and get some prizes! From September 1st until September 30th, you will be able to participate in 8 tasks consecutively. Completing each task will grant…
Today, pre-orders for the PLZ45, the Chinese self-propelled gun with a long-barreled howitzer have started! PLZ45: A Premium SPG for China at Rank IV At a glance: · Long-barreled 155 mm gun · HE, HE-VT, and SAP shells · Good mobility · Light armor Pre-order - PLZ45 Pack To get to the Gaijin Store through Steam, go to the in-game hangar > Shop > Online Store. 39.99 This pack includes: · PLZ45 (R…
Air battles has long featured a mechanic that awards a kill when a player abandons their vehicle: if you bail out, the kill is credited to the nearest enemy within a certain radius. You’ve asked us to bring this to Ground and Naval Battles, and we’re pleased to say that with the release of the next major update, this reward mechanic is coming to these modes! After all, no one likes encountering…
Hey everyone! With the release of the next major update, several ground vehicles in several research trees will be moved. Comparison images of the trees before and after the changes can be seen below. Check it out! These changes are aimed at improving the research trees structure. Affected vehicles are marked with a special icon in the game. We’re announcing upcoming changes in advance to give…
Today we’re covering the Darwin Hill map, improvements to Red Desert and a visual overhaul to two air maps! Darwin Hill for Ground Battles In the next major update, we’re heading to the South Atlantic to the Falkland Islands! The map is based on the Darwin Hill area near the settlement of Darwin, the site of fierce clashes between British commandos and Argentine forces. The archipelago’s landsc…
Welcome to the 238th War Thunder Steam Screenshot Competition! We enjoyed seeing all of your screenshots shared in last weeks competition! This time, we are focusing on vehicles that are in motion. You can capture vehicles scrambling across the battlefields, flying in a dogfight, or sailing out in the sea! The three most popular and three selected by us will get 300 GE. See the winners down bel…
A rare Japanese interceptor will be making its way to the research tree in the next major update! Featuring a powerful 57 mm cannon, the Ki-93 will bring some serious firepower to the battlefield! Ki-93-I Ko: An Attacker for Japan at Rank III At a glance: · Powerful 57 mm cannon with HE and APHE! · Two 250 kg bombs · Effective protection · High weight Introducing the Ki-93-I Ko! This heavy atta…
The maiden flight of the Hawk strike aircraft, developed by Hawker Siddeley, took place on August 21st 1974. It was widely exported, with over 1,000 units produced in total. Many remain in service to this day, including with the Indonesian Air Force. The Hawk 209 is available at a 30% discount for 6,734 Golden Eagles! When: From August 21st (11:00 GMT) until August 24th (11:00 GMT). Where: Japa…
Today, we’re showcasing several new Multi-Function Display screens for aircraft, as well as improvements to Helmet-Mounted Displays, coming in the next War Thunder update! New Multi-Function Displays (MFD) In the next major update, we’ll be adding new screens for aircraft Multi-function displays. Specifically, the Ka-52 will receive several new MFDs screens, including a compass page, a flight i…
The M7 was conceived as a light tank, but ultimately matched the Sherman in terms of combat capabilities! M7: A Medium Tank for the US at Rank II At a glance: · 75 mm M3 gun · Good mobility and compact dimensions · Average protection Introducing the M7! Today we’re taking a look at the M7 medium tank, which is a rather interesting vehicle. Is it similar to the Sherman, or is it like a Stuart? R…
General · A critical bug causing the desynchronization of the server and client has been fixed. Known effects include: · The inability to repair ground vehicles and ships · An incorrect calculation of ground vehicles collision, which allowed vehicles to pass through each other · Missile guidance was not possible · Locking targets with radar was not possible · Opening bomb bays was not possible…
August 20th marks Hungary’s main national holiday, St. Stephen’s Day, honoring the first Hungarian king, who was canonized for Christianizing the country. On this day, Hungary celebrates the anniversary of its founding; the country traces its history all the way back to the year 1000. The PzH 2000HU is available at a 30% discount for 5,614 Golden Eagles! When: From August 20th (11:00 GMT) until…
Aircraft · F-4C, F-105D, F-111A, Ayit — the AGM-45 Shrike anti-radiation missile (variants B-3B, B-4, and B-6) have been added along with a corresponding modification. · F-4E, A-6E TRAM, A-7E, A-7E (Japan), Kurnass, Kurnass 2000 — the AGM-45 Shrike anti-radiation missile (B-9 and B-10 variants) have been added along with a corresponding modification. · Tornado GR.1, Buccaneer S.2B, Jaguar A — t…
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