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Get the AMV (BMP-3) in the Desert Predator Event!

A hybrid combat vehicle featuring the Patria AMV chassis and a BMP-3 turret was unveiled for the first time at the IDEX 2007 exhibition in Abu Dhabi. To produce these models, the hull of the Finnish vehicle was specially lengthened to accommodate the new combat compartment. These vehicles remain in service with the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces to this day. Take part in the new event to earn the AMV (BMP-3) and UAE-themed decals!

Challenger League Major III Is in the Books: Next Stop, the Grand Finals!

The final Major of the WTCS Challenger League regular season wrapped up last weekend, and the race for the top spots went right down to the wire. With Major III now complete, the Challenger field is officially set and all eyes turn to the Challenger League Grand Finals.

Battle Pass Season 25: Steel Fury and Its Warbond Shop!

This Battle Pass season is themed around Germany! You can look forward to decorations featuring a German anti-tank gun, a pistol, and an ammunition crate. There’s also inscription decals of German female names to decorate your favorite tanks with! The premium vehicles include the S-706, which will take its place as one of the best torpedo boats in the game, and the Jagdpanther G2, a modified premium version that’s a firm favorite among players!

Pre-order: HMS Duke of York

Meet the Scharnhorst killer and future flagship of the Home Fleet, the British HMS Duke of York, coming to War Thunder in the next major update!

Official Snail Plushie Collaboration with Makeship!

We’re very pleased to announce that we’ve just launched our first collaboration with Makeship! The Gaijin Snail rarely reveals itself in physical form, so take the opportunity to pick up this limited edition cuddly plush!

SEAD: Asymmetrical Battle Returns!

On October 17th 1965 during Operation Iron Hand in the Vietnam War, a strike against SAM positions occurred, making it the first operation to suppress missile air defenses. The operation lasted until 1973 and consisted of many individual SEAD missions.

Vautour IIN Available with a Discount for the Anniversary of the Vautour II’s First Flight!

The SO.4050 Vautour II was one of the first post-war French jet aircraft. Its first flight took place on October 16th 1952, and it served in the French Air Force from 1958 to 1979. In total, almost 150 Vautour II units were built. Modification IIN is a two-seat all-weather interceptor that took part in combat operations as part of the Israeli Air Force.

Community Update No.13: What’s Coming Up!

Hi everyone! Today we’re back with another Community Update, which goes into what you can expect to arrive in the upcoming major update and further into the future. So sit back and relax, and read on!

A Decal and Discounts on American Ships for the US Navy’s Birthday!

The U.S. Navy’s birthday marks the anniversary of the Continental Congress’s decision to establish a naval force, adopted on October 13th, 1775. On this day, American sailors cut the cake in a special way using a naval dirk held jointly by the most senior and the most junior personnel present, symbolizing the continuity of generations.

Spooky Monthly Decals for October!

Hey everyone! As it’s October, we thought we’d change the format up a bit and go with a set of decals that fit the Halloween month. We’ve got skulls, ghosts and a black cat too of course! For the “Red Devils” hull art piece, we’ve tried to keep the shape somewhat generalized so you’ll be able to apply it to lots of tank hulls rather than only the Sherman hull specifically.

Nuclear Escalation: Testing the Upgraded Southeastern City!

Take part in testing the new map in Nuclear Escalation!

It’s fixed! №118

Today, we’ve rounded up and will be covering some of the fixes and improvements that we’ve made to the game today and over the past weeks. If you’d like to catch up on every fixed bug, then be sure to check out the changelog section on our website.

Don’t Miss the WTCS Challenger League Major III Playoffs!

The Challenger League Major III is here, and the battle is about to reach its most intense stage!

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A Decal, Discounts and Rare Vehicles for German Unity Day!

Today, a reunited Germany celebrates an anniversary. On October 3rd 1990, the GDR and FRG became one country! German Unity Day is a major national holiday, widely celebrated throughout the country. We join in the congratulations and invite you to celebrate the anniversary with a decal and discounts!

Desert Predator: AMV (BMP-3)

Meet the vehicle reward in the Desert Predator event, the Finnish Patria wheeled combat vehicle equipped with the BMP-3 combat module!

Starter Pack Sale!

Want to start progressing with a new nation? Treat yourself to a Starter Pack, which features a vehicle, Silver Lions and Premium Account time to reach the top of your chosen research tree faster!

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Discounts and a Decal for the National Day of the PRC!

The founding of the People’s Republic of China is celebrated annually on October 1st. The most solemn ceremonies take place in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square, where the founding of the PRC was proclaimed in 1949. The festivities last for a full week, with many people using this autumn holiday for domestic travel.

Fair Play: September 2026

Your reports and our anti-cheat systems continue to help us in the fight against cheaters. As is tradition, we’re sharing information about the bans issued since last Fair Play. If you want to help rid War Thunder of cheaters and unsportsmanlike players, you can learn how to submit a report and how our anti-cheat system works on our wiki.