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- For PC
- For MAC
- For Linux
- OS: Windows 7 SP1/8/10 (64 bit)
- Processor: Dual-Core 2.2 GHz
- Memory: 4GB
- Video Card: DirectX 10.1 level video card: AMD Radeon 77XX / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660. The minimum supported resolution for the game is 720p.
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Hard Drive: 17 GB
- OS: Windows 10/11 (64 bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5 or Ryzen 5 3600 and better
- Memory: 16 GB and more
- Video Card: DirectX 11 level video card or higher and drivers: Nvidia GeForce 1060 and higher, Radeon RX 570 and higher
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Hard Drive: 95 GB
- OS: Mac OS Big Sur 11.0 or newer
- Processor: Core i5, minimum 2.2GHz (Intel Xeon is not supported)
- Memory: 6 GB
- Video Card: Intel Iris Pro 5200 (Mac), or analog from AMD/Nvidia for Mac. Minimum supported resolution for the game is 720p with Metal support.
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Hard Drive: 17 GB
- OS: Mac OS Big Sur 11.0 or newer
- Processor: Core i7 (Intel Xeon is not supported)
- Memory: 8 GB
- Video Card: Radeon Vega II or higher with Metal support.
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Hard Drive: 95 GB
- OS: Most modern 64bit Linux distributions
- Processor: Dual-Core 2.4 GHz
- Memory: 4 GB
- Video Card: NVIDIA 660 with latest proprietary drivers (not older than 6 months) / similar AMD with latest proprietary drivers (not older than 6 months; the minimum supported resolution for the game is 720p) with Vulkan support.
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Hard Drive: 17 GB
- OS: Ubuntu 20.04 64bit
- Processor: Intel Core i7
- Memory: 16 GB
- Video Card: NVIDIA 1060 with latest proprietary drivers (not older than 6 months) / similar AMD (Radeon RX 570) with latest proprietary drivers (not older than 6 months) with Vulkan support.
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Hard Drive: 95 GB
Hello again!
In the previous issues of the Diaries we shed the light on the “inner life” of War Thunder tanks - modules, armor and damage model have been discussed. Today we will talk about the way tanks look - camos, decals, dirt and rust - everything that makes your trusted battle vehicle so special.
Camouflage
War Thunder tanks, just like aircraft, will be be allowed to use different camos. War Thunder CBT participants may already choose one of the three available camos of the early T-34 medium tank - winter and summer versions; we are working on adding many more camo options for different tanks and SPG’s now. A few examples of how the tanks look with non-default camos:
Tank camos are highly customizable - different paint schemes have their own settings, size and position of color spots are all adjustable to make your camouflage look unique!
The conditions of unlocking tank camos will probably be similar to the aircraft paint schemes - players will be offered to complete certain tasks in the game.
Decals and insignia
War Thunder pilots love decorating their aircraft with decals using the customization menu in the hangar. Tank drivers will also have this option! Historicaly accurate and made-up decals will be available for all players challenging themselves in tank warfare. Each tank and SPG has four slots for decals; users with an active premium account may use all four of them, while others may only use two slots with other two being occupied by default insignia.
Tanks and aircraft will share the decal menu, however the decals themselves will be different for the two combat arms.
Tank combat is a dirty business!
From the very first day of War Thunder development we wanted our planes, tanks and warships to look like real steel beasts and not some cheap plastic toys. Dirt, dents, rust, powder traces and other signs of attrition - that’s what real combat vehicles look like on the battlefield. We are working on making the players feel like driving a real tank, not a mock-up. And we are pleased with the results of this work, achieving what we set out to do - making our tanks realistic, from controls to the smallest visual details.
When we released the first Ground Forces screenshots, many players were amazed at their appearance: dirt? rust? scratches on the paint? effaced tracks? Some tried to convince us that it is unrealistic and the amount of dirt is excessive. Well, we have some good news for those who want their tanks to stay polished - they can change how battered the vehicle looks. Brand new and shiny or shabby and dirty - both options are possible!
Look at how the soviet KV-2 heavy tank appearance changes depending on this setting:
War Thunder tank drivers will have an array of tools to make their vehicles look unique and special. Drive real tanks, and shape their appearance the way you like! See you on the battlefield!
War Thunder developers team