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World War: Start of the closed beta!
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We are proud to announce the start of the long anticipated closed beta testing of the World War gaming mode. The first War Thunder squadrons invited to test the new gameplay this Tuesday, July 11th. We will be sending new invites for squadrons that have applied for World War CBT before a new testing sessions start. Stay tuned!

What is the World War?

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Squadrons are chosen randomly among those that have applied to join the World War CBT. Commanders will receive invites via e-mail in addition to a personal message on the official War Thunder forums. 

World War F.A.Q.


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