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From March the 7th 07:00 GMT to March the 10th 07:00 GMT

Participate in 2v2 duel tournaments dedicated to the 102nd anniversary of Pokryshkin’s birthday!


Flying the aircraft listed below, be in the top 102 in the leaderboard of the tournament and receive 300  and the unique title “2v2 Duelist”!



The list of winners


The tournament is available in the “Events and Tournaments” tab - [Pokryshkin’s Duels] Aviation 2v2. 

The following aircraft will be available: I-16 type 24, Yak-1, MiG-3-15, P39N-0, P39N-0 (USSR)

Mode: Arcade Battles.

Number of players: 2 per team

  • Each new participant begins with a rating of 0 and earns points by victories, depending on the other participants’ ratings.

  • The matchmaker for the tournament will balance your opponents and allies based on your current rating.

  • If you choose to play in a squad of 2 - you will be balanced with the player who has the highest rating in the squad.


Don't forget to participate in our weekend special and win a unique aircraft. 
Pokryshkin's P39N-0 together with other bonuses and trophies!


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