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New French Starter Pack!

In addition to existing Starter packs, we are introducing one more - the French one!

Crafting Event “Strategist”: Bereznyak-Isayev

The BI was an experimental Soviet rocket-powered aircraft, designed during WWII and envisioned to become a short-range defensive interceptor. Pilots in War Thunder will have the chance to further harness the power of rocket-propelled flight by obtaining the BI as one of the top prizes for participating in the upcoming crafting event “Strategist”!

French MBT's

During WW2, years of occupation and struggle almost put an end to the French tank industry. After the country was liberated, though, there was an immediate drive to rebuild the industry — and by the late 1940s France got their first tank of the ARL 44 production series!

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80-year Anniversary of Battle of Britain

80 years ago, from June until October of 1940, probably the most famous aerial battles in history took place known as the Battle of Britain.

The Shooting Range #217

You are watching The Shooting Range – a weekly show for all tankers, airmen and Captains in War Thunder.

Thunder Show - A miss and a hit

It's time for your weekly episode of the Thunder Show! Enjoy our selection of epic and humorous Community videos of the week.

Shimakaze: Fast as the Wind

Shimakaze was an experimental Japanese destroyer, incorporating an extremely powerful high-performance propulsion system and the heaviest torpedo armament of any WWII destroyer. Soon, this deadly and nimble vessel will become available to eager captains in the game as a brand new squadron vehicle!

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Happy Tankers’ Day!

On each second Sunday in September, War Thunder celebrates the service of those brave tankers - an important day for our players and the development team.

Most produced aircraft

Modern combat aircraft are usually extremely sophisticated technological marvels, made with expensive materials and fitted with all sorts of highly advanced avionics and smart weapon systems. Today we’re going to speak about the most-produced military aircraft in history!

New authentic decals (08.09-30.09)

A new set of rare decals for your combat vehicles is here!

The Shooting Range #216

You are watching The Shooting Range – a weekly show for all tankers, airmen and Captains in War Thunder.

Thunder Show: Smoky biplanes

It's time for your weekly episode of the Thunder Show! Enjoy our selection of epic and humorous Community videos of the week.

Trophies with a user-made “Raining Fire” camouflage

Unlock a unique trophy simply by playing the game! Activate your camo coupons, or sell them on the Market to get Gaijin Coins (GJN)!

Volumetric shells in the "Raining Fire" update

All shells in the game - ground vehicle, aircraft and naval - will now have their own volume. Learn more about damage model improvements brought to you in the recent update.

Meet Major Update "Raining Fire"!

Introducing War Thunder: Raining Fire, a brand new major update that introduces almost 30 new machines, including Jaguar jet fighters, the long awaited P-47 Thunderbolt "Razorback", two new versions of the T-72B MBT and many more new aircraft, ground vehicles and vessels!

The Mi-24 Family

Today we’re going to speak about one of the most iconic helicopter series of all time. “Flying Tank”. “Crocodile”. “Drinking Glass”. All of that is the extremely versatile Soviet Mi-24 attack helicopter.

Peacock corvette: Coastal show-off

The Peacock-class, was a class of five corvettes built for the Royal Navy in the mid 1980’s, specifically with the purpose of serving in the Hong Kong region. Soon, British captains in War Thunder will have the opportunity to stand behind the helm of this unique warship arriving with the “Raining Fire!” major update!

Premium vehicles for Warbonds in September

You’ve reached Rank III? Then you have access to the Battle Tasks. Fulfil Battle Tasks, earn Warbonds, and grab your rewards!